Letters to My Son in Prison

From Despair to Connection: A Father's Odyssey Through Parenthood, Marriage, and Faith

WINNER: 2023 Nonfiction BOOK OF THE YEAR, American Writing Awards

Embark on a raw and gripping journey as Ken confronts his son's incarceration, sharing about parenting demons, marriage resilience, and spiritual rediscovery.

The reader gets to witness this father of three grapple with self-doubt, questioning his abilities as a father. What did I do wrong? Later he creatively uses letters to reconnect with his estranged son, leading to the development of an entirely new relationship.

After being married for almost 40 years, he asked himself: How are we going to survive this? Ken recounts some of the strained conversations he and his wife had as they coped with the challenges of this crisis.

Having once served as a pastor, doubts about his faith haunted him, leading him to question God: How could God allow this in my family? The spiritual insights he gained were not superficial or clichéd. These realizations were forged through genuine struggle and refining fire.

Within these pages, Ken candidly shares:

What he would do differently as a parent.


How he learned to trust his instincts, not only as a parent, but also in his marriage and his faith.

With a distinct voice and disarming honesty, "Letters to My Son in Prison" is more than just a personal story. It also brims with practical insights that can help those navigating similar challenges.

Buy today if you are:

A parent navigating the complexities of family trauma.


Seeking inspiration and guidance in rebuilding relationships.


Questioning your faith in the face of adversity.