Text Messages to My Sons: A Guide to Using Mobile Devices to Connect and Communicate with Your Kids

2025 North American Book Award Gold Medal Winner in Parenting/Family

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2025 Independent Author Network Book Award Finalist

Text Messages to My Sons offers a simple, heartfelt way for parents to foster deeper connections with their children through daily messages of love, wisdom, and mindfulness— perfect for today’ s fast-paced, tech-driven world.

This deeply personal collection of heartfelt messages inspires readers to create stronger connections with their loved ones. Through themes such as gratitude, mindfulness, resilience, leadership, and personal growth, Tammy shows how a simple morning text can become a powerful tool for encouragement and guidance, and reflections on modern-day challenges in parent-child communication. You'll learn how to:

Whether you’ re a parent looking to build better relationships with your children or someone wanting to communicate more meaningfully with loved ones, this book will inspire you to connect deeply in a world of devices.

Tammy J Cohen is a mother of three adult sons who discovered the power of communication through the simple act of sending daily text messages. As her sons grew older and more independent, Tammy realized that connecting with them in meaningful ways required adapting to the digital age. Inspired by the deepened bond and positive impact of her messages, she decided to share her journey and insights with other parents facing similar challenges. Tammy lives in Manhattan with her husband, where she continues to explore new ways to foster connection and love within her family and community.