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Forever and Always

What will Kentucky Book Festival visitors find on your table? 

There will be tons of love and smiles piled on top of jump ropes, bracelets, stickers, and of course, books!

Whom do you invite to stop by? Who will benefit from reading your book? 

I invite everyone who lives the power of a well-told story. My books follow kids who dare to step into their dreams. If you are a dreamer, like me, I hope to see you! 

Could you please tell us something curious about you and/or your book? 

I have been a writer since the first grade. My first story was called, Going for a Walk, about a little girl who goes on a countryside walk and talks to animals expecting them to talk back. 

You do not have to wait until a certain point in life to do the things you like. Whether you want to write, draw, or rocket to the moon, there are ways to go for your goals now! 

Is this your first time participating in Kentucky Book Festival? If yes – what are you looking forward to the most? If you’ve participated before – what was your favorite experience at the Festival? 

In 2022, I participated in the Kentucky Book Festival for the first time. I loved meeting new readers and hearing why they love stories. I also became friends with many authors, connected to my peers, and caught up on their books! 

About the Author

Brittany J. Thurman, a Louisville native with an MFA in Dramatic Writing from Carnegie Mellon University, writes award-winning books for kids. Forever and Always respects the deep emotions of young readers while offering comfort and reassurance to any child waiting for a loved one to come home.

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