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Macmillan Children's School & Library Marketing @mackidssl.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Easter is this weekend, April 5th! In between egg dyeing sessions, read E IS FOR EASTER EGG HUNT by @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social & Derick Brooks, a fun alphabet adventure to get your young readers in the Easter spirit 🌼 tinyurl.com/pfmer88r #easter #edusky #picturebook #spring

Based on the award winning Pinna original podcast Quentin and Alfie's ABC Adventures

E is for Easter Egg Hunt

written by Brittany J. Thurman, illustrated by Derick Brooks

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Sarah S. Brannen @sarahsbrannen.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

And here's another picture book about ice skating and body diversity, published the same day as Lolly. I love it! #winterolympics @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social

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Jena Benton @jenanbenton.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Thank you @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social for the interview!

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Sarah S. Brannen @sarahsbrannen.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

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.

Cover of the picture book Come Catch A Dream shows a young child with yellow mittens and hat, a scarf, a blue jacket and white skates, looking excited.

Cover of the picture book LOLLY ON THE ICE shows a young child with curly red hair, yellow mittens, a yellow scarf with white stars, a coral jacket and white skates, in front of the moon. A happy dog follows her.

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

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

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Jen @popgoesthereader.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

🔍 60 2025 Middle Grade Mystery and Detective Stories 🔍 popgoesthereader.com/60-2025-midd... #BookSky #KidLit #MGLit

A collage of twenty-one 2025 middle grade mystery book covers. Books featured include The Tontine Caper, The Treasure of Ocean Parkway, White House Clubhouse: White House Undercover, The Accidental Stowaway, Murder At The Museum, Millie of the Manor, The Secret of Moonrise Manor, The Thirteen Doors of Black House, A Recipe For Trouble, Grady Jones and The Great Detective Game, Agent Cupcake, Windy Creek Stables: Harper and The Horse Show Sabotage, Bubblegum Shoes: The Case of the Contraband Closet, The Shadow of the World-Famous Nine, Mystery James Digs Her Own Grave, The Mizzy Mysteries, Death By Whoopee Cushion, Detective Beans: Adventures In Cat Town, Opal Watson Private Eye, Smoke & Mirrors and Murdle Jr. Sleuth On The Loose.

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

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!

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Sandra Proudman @sandraproudman.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

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

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Solo Fundraising

Silent auction 'Solo Fundraising' hosted online at 32auctions.

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

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

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Authors Against Book Bans @authorsabb.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

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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Publishers Send Letter to Congress Advocating for Libraries & IMLS Funding

Publishers Send Letter to Congress Advocating for Libraries & IMLS Funding #TeamPRH

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Alex Brown 🇵🇸 (they/them) @bookjockeyalex.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

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.

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

“Hello sunshine So glad to see you sunshine. Hello sunshine It's been dark (RAINY!!) for a very long time” -ARETHA

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Boyds Mills @boydsmills.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

🎉 🎉 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!

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

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

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Check out these titles including Opal Watson: Private Eye! April 15, 2025 Preorder today!

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I Scare You Like Sound Dog @chadstanton.blacksky.app · 28/03/2025

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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Authors Against Book Bans @authorsabb.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

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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Kate Messner @katemessner.com · 23/03/2025

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)

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

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

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

✨⛸️ 📖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

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Children's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

New projects coming from Brittany J. Thurman, Islenia Mil, Stefanie Foster Brown, Sam Smith + more buff.ly/4k5Rahv

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Cynthia Leitich Smith (Native Books for Young Readers & More) @cynleitichsmith.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

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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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

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!

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Ellen Oh @ellenoh.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

These are exhausting times so just remember that a nap can do wonders and a glass of milk and some warm cookies will warm your soul. And then we can go back to kicking these mother fuckers in the nuts.

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

If you see this, quote post with a beach photo from your gallery.

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Jen @popgoesthereader.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

🎨 2025 has brought us so many incredible book covers! In Pop! Goes The Reader's newest post, I share 25 of my recent favourite 2025 middle grade book covers and the designers and artists responsible for creating them. 🎨 popgoesthereader.com/do-judge-a-b... #BookSky #KidLit #MGLit

A compilation of ten 2025 middle grade covers including The Trouble With Sunshine, The Other Side of Imani, Aarzu All Around, Chef's Secret, Same Page, Racing The Clouds, Dreamslinger, Keepers of the Marsh, Encounter At Owl Rock and Delta and The Lost City

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

I’m sharing Black owned brands I ❤️❤️❤️ I came upon The Trinigee while looking for gifts. My 1st purchase was a sweatshirt with images hairstyles. Currently, I have a T-shirt with a photo of Black kids @ a bookmobile. The Trinigee has everything, check them out! #blackowned #blackhistorymonth

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Alleanna Harris @alleannaharris.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Today's Black History Month illustration is of James Jamerson, one of the most influential bass players in music history. #bhm #blackhistorymonth

The legendary bass player James Jamerson with his Fender Precision bass. Illustrated by Alleanna Harris.

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

This Black History Month & beyond, I’m sharing my favorite Black owned brands. I use Ancient Cosmetics for their body wash, body butters & the coveted Empress Bar. My favorite scents include: 🌸Watch Me Blossom 👩🏾‍🦱Brown “Suga”& 🥭Island Mango. #ancientcosmetics #blackowned #blackhistorymonth

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Just a few characters from, How a Story Starts!! We read Fly, retold the story through felt cutouts and made our own characters at the Louisville Free Public Library! Thanks to all who came out to create today! @galltzacker.bsky.social #louisvillefreepubliclibrary #storytime #fly #foreverandalways

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH!! ✊🏾🎉💕 #blackhistorymonth #365days🙌🏾

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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Kiah was set to join our faculty at Howard Law School in the Fall. She was a dedicated, brilliant civil rights lawyer poised to make a powerful difference in our world. Our hearts are broken & we pray for her family & friends. www.kwch.com/2025/01/30/c...

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Civil rights attorney, former Miss Kansas contestant killed in plane crash near DC airport

As families and communities identify victims in Wednesday night’s plane crash near Washington, D.C., we’re learning that a well-known civil rights attorney and former Miss Kansas contestant is among t...

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Louisville friends! Join me this Saturday for How a Story Starts at the Louisville Free Public Library! In this special storytime, kids will developed a character and craft them out of felt! Saturday, Feb 1st, 2PM South Central Regional Branch

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Oh that joyous feeling when you hit send. ✍🏾

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Had a wonderful time meeting the awesome kids at @kcdschool yesterday! Keep flying!! 💕✨📖

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Kentucky Educators: I would love to visit your school for FREE! Let’s make it happen! Apply through Humanities at the Schools: Your Story Matters now through Jan 31st. kybookfestival.org/humanities-a...

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Second school visit of the year ✅!!

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Cheryl B. Klein @cherylklein.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

I went to my FB settings to check that the app wasn't tracking my off-FB activity . . . and yesterday, apparently, my account spontaneously followed Donald Trump? If you're still there, worth checking your activity yesterday to see if you're now following him too.

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Nikki Grimes @poetnikki.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Martin, thanks for giving us something beautiful and awe-inspiring to think on tomorrow, and to celebrate! Your memory is a blessing to the world.

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Kate Messner @katemessner.com · 20/01/2025

Five things to do today: 1. Make time for yoga/meditation, whatever movement or stillness works. 2. Turn off the TV, put your phone down, & go outside. 3. Spend time in nature. 4. Make something. A poem. Art. A cake. 5. Remember that the work will be there tomorrow. Care for yourself today.

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

From my school visit yesterday. 💕📖💕

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Brittany J. Thurman @brittanyjthurman.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

“Creative side pursuits are a great way to relax, find the joy in creativity, and play without that inner critic getting in the way.” Thanks for the shoutout, Kathy!

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