Out of the Blue

A gorgeous book, with atmospheric illustrations and a vibrant, uplifting story about embracing our differences * Harry Woodgate, award-winning creator of GRANDAD’S CAMPER *A warm and colourful tale of family acceptance, and being true to yourself. * Jodie Lancett-Grant, author of Pirate Mums *This celebration of being yourself and refusing to confirm to a narrow view of life is a joyful reminder of freedom of expression * Daily Mail *Beautiful and moving * Picture Book Snob *Such an important message, so thoughtfully & creatively delivered. So much joy in this book, bursting out of every page! * Lu Fraser, bestselling author of THE LITTLEST YAK *A beautiful (and ultimately colourful) tale about celebrating our differences * Sarah Massini, bestselling illustrator of THE GIRL AND THE DINOSAUR *Out of the Blue is a moving, shimmering, hopeful story full of kindness, warmth, and love. * Ian Eagleton, author of Nen and the Lonely Fisherman *This gentle, positive story is a gorgeous celebration of being true to yourself. * BookTrust *

Robert Tregoning studied at the Glasgow School of Art before leaping in to a career on the West End stage. He has appeared in stage shows including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, directed by Academy Award-winner Sam Mendes, and the Royal Shakespeare Company’s Matilda the Musical.

As an LGBTQ+ writer, Robert hopes to help children and adults alike to accept and celebrate all that makes us uniquely ourselves. The stories Robert writes are stories he wishes he could have read as a child. He hopes they provide a voice of recognition, validation and kindness to those who need it.

Stef Murphy is a freelance illustrator and storyteller living in London. She loves drawing animals and making up stories, and she has illustrated books including The Fire Fox by Alexandra Page. Out of the Blue is her first book for Bloomsbury.