Brittany J. Thurman
@brittanyjthurman.bsky.social
Award-winning 📖 🏆Author of:
Fly; Fearless Boulevard of Dreams & The Takeover;Forever and Always
Up Next:
OPAL WATSON: PRIVATE EYE
COME CATCH A DREAM
QUENTIN & ALFIE
THE FIRST LIBRARY, 2025
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http://brittanythurman.com
Fly; Fearless Boulevard of Dreams & The Takeover;Forever and Always
Up Next:
OPAL WATSON: PRIVATE EYE
COME CATCH A DREAM
QUENTIN & ALFIE
THE FIRST LIBRARY, 2025
Rep'd by @agentzacker
http://brittanythurman.com
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Thank you @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social for the interview!
November 18, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Thank you @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social for the interview!
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There are not one, but two picture books about little skaters coming out on November 11! How cool is that? I can't wait to read @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social's COME CATCH A DREAM, it sounds wonderful.
November 5, 2025 at 12:21 AM
There are not one, but two picture books about little skaters coming out on November 11! How cool is that? I can't wait to read @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social's COME CATCH A DREAM, it sounds wonderful.
Great news! This November you can snag the Opal Watson: Private Eye ebook for $4.99 & digi audio for $6.99 or less from your fav audio retailers!
The audio is narrated by Maya Graves! Maya voices Opal in the podcast!
@galltzacker @harpercollins @harperkids @pinnaaudio #novels #books #kidlit
The audio is narrated by Maya Graves! Maya voices Opal in the podcast!
@galltzacker @harpercollins @harperkids @pinnaaudio #novels #books #kidlit
November 2, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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🔍 60 2025 Middle Grade Mystery and Detective Stories 🔍
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October 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
🔍 60 2025 Middle Grade Mystery and Detective Stories 🔍
popgoesthereader.com/60-2025-midd... #BookSky #KidLit #MGLit
popgoesthereader.com/60-2025-midd... #BookSky #KidLit #MGLit
LOUISVILLE!
Are you on the case?
Join me @ BLAK Koffee Cafe Saturday, May 24th 11am-12pm for a special ‘Meet the Author!’
In celebration of Opal Watson: Private Eye, the first 8 readers to purchase will receive a special ‘Spy Kit’, complete with everything a young sleuth needs to crack a case!
Are you on the case?
Join me @ BLAK Koffee Cafe Saturday, May 24th 11am-12pm for a special ‘Meet the Author!’
In celebration of Opal Watson: Private Eye, the first 8 readers to purchase will receive a special ‘Spy Kit’, complete with everything a young sleuth needs to crack a case!
May 23, 2025 at 11:15 PM
LOUISVILLE!
Are you on the case?
Join me @ BLAK Koffee Cafe Saturday, May 24th 11am-12pm for a special ‘Meet the Author!’
In celebration of Opal Watson: Private Eye, the first 8 readers to purchase will receive a special ‘Spy Kit’, complete with everything a young sleuth needs to crack a case!
Are you on the case?
Join me @ BLAK Koffee Cafe Saturday, May 24th 11am-12pm for a special ‘Meet the Author!’
In celebration of Opal Watson: Private Eye, the first 8 readers to purchase will receive a special ‘Spy Kit’, complete with everything a young sleuth needs to crack a case!
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Hi Everyone!
If you’re in need of a query critique, AMA call, bookmarks or social banners, 50-page critiques, Canva website, or a date-with-a-book, I’m continuing to fundraise here:
www.32auctions.com/KL4CAuction
<3
Sandra
If you’re in need of a query critique, AMA call, bookmarks or social banners, 50-page critiques, Canva website, or a date-with-a-book, I’m continuing to fundraise here:
www.32auctions.com/KL4CAuction
<3
Sandra
Solo Fundraising
Silent auction 'Solo Fundraising' hosted online at 32auctions.
www.32auctions.com
April 17, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Hi Everyone!
If you’re in need of a query critique, AMA call, bookmarks or social banners, 50-page critiques, Canva website, or a date-with-a-book, I’m continuing to fundraise here:
www.32auctions.com/KL4CAuction
<3
Sandra
If you’re in need of a query critique, AMA call, bookmarks or social banners, 50-page critiques, Canva website, or a date-with-a-book, I’m continuing to fundraise here:
www.32auctions.com/KL4CAuction
<3
Sandra
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Happy book birthday to Opal Watson, Private Eye by @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social! I'm halfway through & LOVING this mystery with tons of heart! www.harpercollins.com/products/opa... #kidlit
April 15, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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Last night, I had the honor of speaking at the Jefferson County Association for School Librarians Awards Banquet. I shared how librarians have guided my path as an author. I’m grateful to each of you for all that you do.
Happy National Library Week!
@galltzacker.bsky.social
#nationallibraryweek
Happy National Library Week!
@galltzacker.bsky.social
#nationallibraryweek
April 11, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Last night, I had the honor of speaking at the Jefferson County Association for School Librarians Awards Banquet. I shared how librarians have guided my path as an author. I’m grateful to each of you for all that you do.
Happy National Library Week!
@galltzacker.bsky.social
#nationallibraryweek
Happy National Library Week!
@galltzacker.bsky.social
#nationallibraryweek
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Let's start our week of posting with something positive. A number of major publishers joined together to send a letter to Congress in support of the IMLS global.penguinrandomhouse.com/announcement...
Publishers Send Letter to Congress Advocating for Libraries & IMLS Funding
Publishers Send Letter to Congress Advocating for Libraries & IMLS Funding #TeamPRH
global.penguinrandomhouse.com
April 7, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Let's start our week of posting with something positive. A number of major publishers joined together to send a letter to Congress in support of the IMLS global.penguinrandomhouse.com/announcement...
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Hey, so it's National Library Week. You're going to see a lot of calls to get a library card and check out books. All well and good. But I'm going to ask you to do something a little more supportive: speak up.
April 7, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Hey, so it's National Library Week. You're going to see a lot of calls to get a library card and check out books. All well and good. But I'm going to ask you to do something a little more supportive: speak up.
“Hello sunshine
So glad to see you sunshine.
Hello sunshine
It's been dark (RAINY!!) for a very long time”
-ARETHA
So glad to see you sunshine.
Hello sunshine
It's been dark (RAINY!!) for a very long time”
-ARETHA
April 7, 2025 at 11:46 AM
“Hello sunshine
So glad to see you sunshine.
Hello sunshine
It's been dark (RAINY!!) for a very long time”
-ARETHA
So glad to see you sunshine.
Hello sunshine
It's been dark (RAINY!!) for a very long time”
-ARETHA
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🎉 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the recipients of our 2025 scholarships! 🎉 🎉
These talented #kidlit storytellers are dedicated to creating works that inspire, educate, and inform children. We're honored to support them in their journeys to enrich children's literature!
These talented #kidlit storytellers are dedicated to creating works that inspire, educate, and inform children. We're honored to support them in their journeys to enrich children's literature!
April 3, 2025 at 10:14 PM
🎉 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the recipients of our 2025 scholarships! 🎉 🎉
These talented #kidlit storytellers are dedicated to creating works that inspire, educate, and inform children. We're honored to support them in their journeys to enrich children's literature!
These talented #kidlit storytellers are dedicated to creating works that inspire, educate, and inform children. We're honored to support them in their journeys to enrich children's literature!
I am sooo thrilled to share this @sljournal review of Opal Watson: Private Eye, coming April 15th, 2025!
🔎 3 Weeks!!! 🔍
PREORDER now from your favorite indie & watch this space for more Opal news!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #opalwatson
🔎 3 Weeks!!! 🔍
PREORDER now from your favorite indie & watch this space for more Opal news!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #opalwatson
March 29, 2025 at 11:10 AM
I am sooo thrilled to share this @sljournal review of Opal Watson: Private Eye, coming April 15th, 2025!
🔎 3 Weeks!!! 🔍
PREORDER now from your favorite indie & watch this space for more Opal news!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #opalwatson
🔎 3 Weeks!!! 🔍
PREORDER now from your favorite indie & watch this space for more Opal news!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #opalwatson
Check out these titles including Opal Watson: Private Eye!
April 15, 2025
Preorder today!
April 15, 2025
Preorder today!
🌸 Pop! Goes The Reader's 40 Most-Anticipated Middle Grade Books: April-June 2025 🌸
popgoesthereader.com/40-most-anti... #BookSky #MGLit #KidLit
popgoesthereader.com/40-most-anti... #BookSky #MGLit #KidLit
March 29, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Check out these titles including Opal Watson: Private Eye!
April 15, 2025
Preorder today!
April 15, 2025
Preorder today!
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Literally every Black person who comes to DC visits the NMAAHC and it’s a big source of pride among a very broad swathe of people. Censoring the work there won’t be as frictionless as people imagine.
March 28, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Literally every Black person who comes to DC visits the NMAAHC and it’s a big source of pride among a very broad swathe of people. Censoring the work there won’t be as frictionless as people imagine.
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Many libraries have Friends of the Library organizations that work as fundraisers & advocates. Libraries are going to need more friends than ever, so be sure to join your local chapter.
March 27, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Many libraries have Friends of the Library organizations that work as fundraisers & advocates. Libraries are going to need more friends than ever, so be sure to join your local chapter.
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Look. The world we're living in right now can be mighty challenging when it comes to creative work. But truly, we need your art right now. Here are some small ways to focus that will keep you moving forward on the work that matters to you. (thread)
March 23, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Look. The world we're living in right now can be mighty challenging when it comes to creative work. But truly, we need your art right now. Here are some small ways to focus that will keep you moving forward on the work that matters to you. (thread)
There’s a giveaway happening on @goodreads for Opal Watson: Private Eye! Head on over and enter to win!
@galltzacker @harperkids @pinnaaudio @realmmedia_ #opalwatson #mystery #book #giveaway #kidlit #bookgiveaway #entertowin
@galltzacker @harperkids @pinnaaudio @realmmedia_ #opalwatson #mystery #book #giveaway #kidlit #bookgiveaway #entertowin
March 18, 2025 at 4:39 PM
There’s a giveaway happening on @goodreads for Opal Watson: Private Eye! Head on over and enter to win!
@galltzacker @harperkids @pinnaaudio @realmmedia_ #opalwatson #mystery #book #giveaway #kidlit #bookgiveaway #entertowin
@galltzacker @harperkids @pinnaaudio @realmmedia_ #opalwatson #mystery #book #giveaway #kidlit #bookgiveaway #entertowin
1 month away from Opal Watson: Private Eye!
Thank you @kirkus_reviews for the beautiful words & all who helped bring Opal to the page.
Dig into Opal’s life and the hidden gems of this mystery. Preorder from your fav indie!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #harperkids #mysterynovels #opalwatson
Thank you @kirkus_reviews for the beautiful words & all who helped bring Opal to the page.
Dig into Opal’s life and the hidden gems of this mystery. Preorder from your fav indie!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #harperkids #mysterynovels #opalwatson
March 15, 2025 at 11:58 AM
1 month away from Opal Watson: Private Eye!
Thank you @kirkus_reviews for the beautiful words & all who helped bring Opal to the page.
Dig into Opal’s life and the hidden gems of this mystery. Preorder from your fav indie!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #harperkids #mysterynovels #opalwatson
Thank you @kirkus_reviews for the beautiful words & all who helped bring Opal to the page.
Dig into Opal’s life and the hidden gems of this mystery. Preorder from your fav indie!
@galltzacker.bsky.social #harperkids #mysterynovels #opalwatson
✨⛸️ 📖BOOK NEWS📖⛸️✨
I’m excited to share my next pb, Come Catch a Dream, illustrated by Islenia Mil!
⛸️+dreams+perservence+joy!
This vibrant work hits shelves this November! Many thanks to my wonderful editor @marthamihalick.bsky.social and agent @agentzacker.bsky.social
@galltzacker.bsky.social
I’m excited to share my next pb, Come Catch a Dream, illustrated by Islenia Mil!
⛸️+dreams+perservence+joy!
This vibrant work hits shelves this November! Many thanks to my wonderful editor @marthamihalick.bsky.social and agent @agentzacker.bsky.social
@galltzacker.bsky.social
February 21, 2025 at 12:08 PM
✨⛸️ 📖BOOK NEWS📖⛸️✨
I’m excited to share my next pb, Come Catch a Dream, illustrated by Islenia Mil!
⛸️+dreams+perservence+joy!
This vibrant work hits shelves this November! Many thanks to my wonderful editor @marthamihalick.bsky.social and agent @agentzacker.bsky.social
@galltzacker.bsky.social
I’m excited to share my next pb, Come Catch a Dream, illustrated by Islenia Mil!
⛸️+dreams+perservence+joy!
This vibrant work hits shelves this November! Many thanks to my wonderful editor @marthamihalick.bsky.social and agent @agentzacker.bsky.social
@galltzacker.bsky.social
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New projects coming from Brittany J. Thurman, Islenia Mil, Stefanie Foster Brown, Sam Smith + more https://buff.ly/4k5Rahv
February 20, 2025 at 11:30 PM
New projects coming from Brittany J. Thurman, Islenia Mil, Stefanie Foster Brown, Sam Smith + more https://buff.ly/4k5Rahv
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Check out our exclusive cover reveal for Newbery Honor author Derrick Barnes’s ‘The Incredibly Human Henson Blayze,’ his first middle-grade novel in more than a decade
Cover Reveal: 'The Incredibly Human Henson Blayze' by Derrick Barnes
Holding on to his work has served Newbery Honor-winning author Derrick Barnes well throughout his career, and led to the creation of his first middle-grade novel in more than a decade.
buff.ly
February 20, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Check out our exclusive cover reveal for Newbery Honor author Derrick Barnes’s ‘The Incredibly Human Henson Blayze,’ his first middle-grade novel in more than a decade
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28 Days Later is "A Black History Month celebration of children's literature....Brown Bookshelf contributors "profile a different children’s or young adult author and children’s illustrator...the best new and unnoticed works by African-Americans." thebrownbookshelf.com/28daysyears/... #kidlit
February 13, 2025 at 4:27 PM
28 Days Later is "A Black History Month celebration of children's literature....Brown Bookshelf contributors "profile a different children’s or young adult author and children’s illustrator...the best new and unnoticed works by African-Americans." thebrownbookshelf.com/28daysyears/... #kidlit
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They want to ban and censor our stories. They want us to disappear from the narrative of this country. Then we need to keep telling our stories. We can not let them erase us!
Writers, artists, musicians - this is the most important time to keep creating our art!
Writers, artists, musicians - this is the most important time to keep creating our art!
February 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
They want to ban and censor our stories. They want us to disappear from the narrative of this country. Then we need to keep telling our stories. We can not let them erase us!
Writers, artists, musicians - this is the most important time to keep creating our art!
Writers, artists, musicians - this is the most important time to keep creating our art!