Catherine Wayne

Author Catherine Wayne from British Columbia, Canada, began writing children's books to stay connected with her granddaughter Edda Melkorka, who lives 5,000 miles away in Iceland. Catherine co-authors short stories based on Edda's real life adventures with her writing partner and daughter Robyn Mitchell.

Published in December 2014, the first book in the Edda Melkorka series is entitled, Too Many Pets: An Edda Melkorka Story About Lice. One day Edda came home from school with a case of head lice and the book is about the unique way Edda handled the problem.

In September 2015 the second book in the series came out entitled, So Many Rainbows: An Edda Melkorka Story About Pride. It centers on the Reykjavik Pride Parade which is a huge family event in Iceland.

Catherine Wayne authors a Global Grammas blog, a site with tips and advice for grandparents looking to stay connected with their grandkids living near or far away.

Edda Melkorka children's book series sales proceeds help other kids who don't have 'Grammas' of their own. Catherine Wayne started a charitable foundation, "To Sweetie, Love Gramma," in cooperation with Covenant House in Vancouver creating 'Gramma-loved' care packages for homeless youth.