Rhonda Wagner

Rhonda's passion for foster care began when her daughter and son-in-law became foster parents seven years ago, She searched for children's books to enlighten her granddaughter, Avery, as to what a foster family might look like. But, she found no books geared toward biological children in a foster family. So, her dream to write and fill a need was born! It's Okay to Wonder is the first book in this faith-based series. Avery and her grandparents are curious about foster care and want to understand how their lives are going to change. Conversation starters along with a word glossary are included in the back of the book. A second book, Braver Than Me, released September 2020. This book begins with "The Call" that makes Avery's family a foster family. Experience all of the feelings with Avery as she bravely loves her foster brother (knowing she will be faced with a hard goodbye when he leaves). Love, bravery and empathy fill its pages. And, a third book, Say YES Again, released March 2022. Avery learns about kinship placement, respite care and what it means “to walk in the shoes of another.” Her heart grows for each child in her family’s care. Love, bravery, empathy and now compassion for others fill the pages of this book. Rhonda hopes the series proves to be a valuable tool for foster families and their children! One more book will complete the series. Be on the lookout for book four!