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Brandon Moore Shares His Mission to
Empower Children Through
Storytelling and Emotional Growth
Brandon Moore discusses how fatherhood, military service, and family storytelling inspired his children’s book Bridget Kimble Learns Self-Control, aiming to teach emotional regulation and resilience through engaging stories.
Bas told to Carly Preston London
A Veteran Turned
Author Inspires Kids With Life Lessons and Heart
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randon Moore is a name readers—young and old—will come to cherish. A retired Army veteran turned children’s author, Moore has channeled a
Kimble universe. It’s a conversation that reveals not just an author, but a teacher at heart—one who continues to serve by helping children grow emotionally, one story at a time.
Brandon Moore is a powerful new voice in children’s literature, combining heart, purpose, and life experience into meaningful, lasting stories.
What inspired you to create the character of Bridget Kimble?
In 2021, my daughter was about to start Pre-K, and I couldn’t help but think about the challenges she would face, especially going to school during COVID. That’s when I created Bridget Kimble. I wanted to give her a character that could embody some of the lessons I wanted my own children to learn. After considering several titles, one really stood out to me—Bridget Kimble Learns Sel- f-Control. I wrote the story and initially worked with my brother to develop Bridget. In 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to work with an amazing illustrator who took Bridget from my initial sketches to the vibrant character you see on the book cover. His vision truly brought the story
life of discipline, mentorship, and service into stories that are as heartfelt as they are impactful. His debut book, Bridget Kimble Learns Self-Control, is more than a charm- ing children’s tale—it’s a thoughtful guide wrapped in vibrant illustrations, filled with emotional wisdom that speaks directly to kids and the parents raising them.
What sets Moore apart is his rare ability to blend life lessons with storytelling in a way that feels genuine, not preachy. Drawing on his mili- tary background, his role as a father, and the deep storytelling traditions of his family, Moore writes with purpose and warmth. Bridget Kimble isn’t just a character; she’s a reflection of the author’s own hopes for his children—and for a generation learning to navigate a complex world.
In this exclusive interview, Moore opens
up about the inspiration behind his work, his creative process, and what’s next for the Bridget
PHOTO: Author Brandon Moore, inspiring the next generation through heartfelt storytelling and life lessons rooted in family, fatherhood, and military service.
Brandon Moore