Hi! I’m Nona. Welcome to my world.

My family experiences a lot of different things, because my mommy is in the military. Sometimes that feels exciting...and sometimes it feels really big. These stories help kids like me talk about our feelings — with help from a grown-up.

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Helping military kids navigate deployments, moves, and big feelings.

"Sometimes my mommy goes far away. Sometimes we pack boxes and say goodbye. And sometimes I feel happy and sad at the same time."

Nona’s World is a place for military families to slow down, read together, and help kids understand big feelings — like missing someone, starting over, and being brave.


Written by a U.S. Navy Veteran, Nona’s World is a children’s book series that supports emotional resilience during deployment and military moves.

Military life comes with big transitions. In Nona's World, you're never alone.

Nona’s World was created to help military children understand and cope with the moments that feel hardest — through gentle stories, familiar routines, and connection.

• Deployment & separation: supporting children when a parent is away
• PCS & moving: helping kids process goodbyes and new beginnings
• Overseas adventures: navigating big changes with courage and pride

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MY ADVENTURES SO FAR

  • ★★★★★

    "My children love this book. The story about Nona is perfect for conversation starter about kids missing a parent and very much needed."

    - Kenii, Connecticut 

  • ★★★★★

    "Nona's Mommy in the Military was beautifully illustrated and written. The author captures an ideal situation of how a military mother, and her child deals with deployment."

    - Harper, Maryland 

  • ★★★★★

    "I am sooooo happy that I got this book!!! GREAT READ and the kids love it!!!!!! Please buy this book you won’t regret it!!!!!"

    - Stachakay, Massachusetts 

  • ★★★★★

    "...I really appreciated the list of things to do to maintain a bond between your children and their parents while on deployment and the discussion questions are perfect."

    - Guido, USA 
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FAQ

Who is Nona’s World for?

Nona’s World is for military-connected families with children ages 3–8, and for the grown-ups who help them through big changes.

How do these stories help kids?

• Supports children coping with deployment
• Helps name and process separation anxiety
• Encourages parent–child communication
• Includes tips and discussion questions

Is this only for active-duty families?

No. These stories support Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, Veteran families, as well as civilian families.

Can children sign up by themselves?

No. Email sign-ups are for adults only. We encourage kids to explore Nona’s World together with a parent or caregiver.

Can schools or libraries order these books?

We'd love to help with this! Send us a message and we'll work through the details with you.

Do you ship to APO/FPO addresses?

We'd love to help with this! Send us a message and let us know where you're looking to ship to, and we'll work through the details with you.

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“Sometimes brave is just trying again.” — Nona