Sometimes Apart, Always in My Heart: Helping military families send love from far away

From best—selling author Tish Rabe, Sometimes Apart, Always in My Heart is a heartfelt story for military families everywhere and conveys the message that the families waiting for their loved ones to come home are heroes too!

Gold Award Winner! Best Children's Picture Book, The Military Writers Society of America (2025)

Sometimes Apart, Always in My Heart is a heartfelt tribute to the bravery of service members and the enduring love of the children who await their safe return. Written in tender rhyme by bestselling children’s author Tish Rabe and brought to life with hand€‘painted illustrations by award‑winning artist Gill Guile, this touching picture book follows the Bear Family as they discover strength, comfort, and hope while Daddy Bear is away on military duty.

Perfect for bedtime reading, family bonding, or as a thoughtful gift for military families, Sometimes Apart, Always in My Heart is a timeless reminder that love knows no distance—and that families remain connected, even when miles apart.