Becca Wierwille
Creator Profiles
I'm the award-winning author of the Road Trip Rescue series, and other stories that show kids they are wonderfully created for the unique adventures in their lives.
Cards from this Creator
- Road Trip Rescue (Digital)
"The photo sparked a series of questions in my mind. What if a girl saw this photo and was convinced it was a dog she lost years ago?"
Creator Q&A
Tell us about yourself
I'm a mom by day and a novelist by relatively early in the morning. I live in Pennsylvania with my family, where I wish I could eat peach pie as often as most writers drink coffee.
I've loved creating stories since I learned how to write—and even before then! When I started publishing the Road Trip Rescue series in 2023, I knew I wanted to have the books available in audio as well. How fun that because of audiobooks, families can listen to the Road Trip Rescue series together while they're on a road trip!
What inspired you to make this title(s)?
My first inspiration for Road Trip Rescue came when my family was planning a trip to the Adirondack Mountains in New York. I was researching online for things to do while we were there, and found a photo of a dog eating ice cream.
The photo sparked a series of questions in my mind. What if a girl saw this photo and was convinced it was a dog she lost years ago? What if this dog had been her best friend? What if she was willing to do whatever it took to bring him home?
"I also recommend this series for grown-ups who want their kids to read books with imperfect characters who make mistakes and experience the consequences of their actions"
Who do you imagine listening to your audio?
The Road Trip Rescue series is written for kids ages 8-12. It's great for those who love reading true-to-life adventures and friendship and family stories with quirky characters, and for readers who might feel alone, isolated, insecure, or not sure how they fit into the world.
I also recommend this series for grown-ups who want their kids to read books with imperfect characters who make mistakes and experience the consequences of their actions, in order to see the depths of God’s grace and redemption.
I hope that the kids who listen to these stories will see that they are wonderfully created for the unique adventures in their lives, they are not alone, and they are loved.
Is there anything different about making audio for Yoto?
Yoto is a fun screen-free way for kids to experience the joys of storytelling! As a mom, an author, and a former kindergarten teacher, I love that Yoto allows kids to expand their imaginations through listening to stories.
What’s next?
I'm currently working on Road Trip Redemption, the third and final book in the Road Trip Rescue series. After that, I'll be starting a new series for kids. Sign up for my email list at beccawierwille.com/newsletter to stay posted on any book news!
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Creator FAQs
Who are the Creators?
Our Creators are independent makers of music and spoken word content for children and families. Some have established audiences in other places, while others are beginning their audio publishing journey with Yoto. We put out a public call to join this initiative at the start of 2024.
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Can I learn more about Creator content before purchasing?
Yes, each card has an extended audio preview so you can listen to a representative sample before making a purchase. You can also read more about a card's creator by clicking on their name on the card page.
How is this different from the free audio on Yoto Space?
Open Mic on Yoto Space is where we nurture those creators who may be just starting out or wanting to experiment with a new title. It's a friendly community where they have space to share content for free, build an audience and get feedback. We are delighted to see several creators make the leap from there to become Creators on the Yoto Store, where they can now monetise their work.
What do I do if I don't like a card that I've purchased?
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Are more Creators cards being added to the collection?
Yes, more titles and more creators will be added over the coming months.