Fans fell in love with Raegan Revord as the quick-witted and lovable Missy Cooper on Young Sheldon, but the 17-year-old actor is now stepping into a completely different spotlight. After nearly a decade of working in television, Revord is turning the page—literally—and beginning a brand new chapter as an author.
On September 2, Revord released their debut young adult novel, Rules of Fake Girlfriends, marking what they call a “big shift” in their creative journey. And for anyone who has followed their career since they first appeared on Modern Family at age six, this moment feels both surprising and beautifully fitting.
The novel follows Avery Blackwell, a rom-com-loving college freshman who is navigating life, love, and loss while studying abroad in a seaside town in England. A chance meeting on a train leads to a fake relationship with a charming local girl named Charlie. What starts as a harmless plan to make an ex jealous quickly becomes something deeper and far more meaningful. As Avery uncovers secrets left behind by her late mother, she begins to understand not only the woman who raised her but also herself.
It is a story filled with heart, self-discovery, and emotional depth—and it is clear that Revord poured their soul into it.
In an interview with Parade, Revord shared that writing has been a passion since childhood. “I have such a deep love for stories, storytelling, and books,” they said. “I one hundred percent want to keep writing.” And fans could not be more excited.
While Rules of Fake Girlfriends may stand on its own, Revord has already teased ideas for a prequel, focusing on another character named Maddie. Thoughtful easter eggs hidden in the story hint at a much larger world, and readers are eager to see where Revord’s imagination leads next.
But perhaps most surprising is the fact that Revord’s next project is not another rom-com—it is a fantasy novel. Describing the genre shift as “a lot of fun,” they admitted they were working on the fantasy story even before they wrote Rules. Now they are going back to it with fresh eyes, ready to explore a completely different world.
What makes Raegan Revord’s journey so inspiring is not just their talent, but their fearlessness. Moving from child actor to published author is no small feat. It takes vulnerability, courage, and a deep connection to storytelling. And as they continue to grow both personally and professionally, one thing is clear—this is only the beginning.
Whether on screen or on the page, Raegan Revord is a voice worth listening to. And we cannot wait to hear what they share next.
