"When Daddy's Gone" is a military children's book that was written by a military spouse. In this book, the author intended to create a character who any child would be able to identify with, regardless of his/her own ethnic/gender identity. The book "When Daddy's Gone" is about a child who reflects on the precious moments shared with his/her father, who is currently away. Although physically separated from Daddy, past experiences gives the child something to look forward to in the future, while anticipating Daddy's safe return home from his military duties.