Sheinelle Jones announces book tour for ‘Through Mom’s Eyes,’ out April 14

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• 🔥 Quick Facts
• A Book Born From TODAY’s Popular Series
• Eight-City Tour Features A-List Company
• Tour Dates and Locations
• A Personal Project Inspired by Loss and Love
• Why Sheinelle’s Book Matters Now?
  • Sources

Sheinelle Jones just announced her debut book tour for Through Mom’s Eyes, launching April 13 across 8 major cities. The beloved TODAY show host shares wisdom from hard-working celebrity mothers who raised exceptional humans. Her late husband inspired this deeply personal project about finding light through grief.

A Book Born From TODAY’s Popular Series

Through Mom’s Eyes originated as Sheinelle’s recurring TODAY segment interviewing celebrity mothers about raising successful kids. She combined their insights with her own parenting journey, creating depth beyond simple celebrity features. The 256-page collection explores how mothers shape extraordinary people through everyday love and intention.

Viewers have watched Sheinelle’s segment evolve into one of the network’s most beloved recurring features. This book gives fans deeper access to the conversations she conducted on air. Publishers describe it as part parenting guide, part celebrity insight, part heartfelt memoir.

Eight-City Tour Features A-List Company

The spring book tour kicks off April 13 in Connecticut and culminates April 20 in Washington, D.C. Al Roker joins Sheinelle at Strand Bookstore in New York on April 15. Other special guests include Ree Drummond in Oklahoma, legendary broadcaster Mike Jerrick in Philadelphia, and Glory Edim in D.C.

The tour hits cities with strong book culture: New Jersey, Texas, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, and Kansas all hosting events. Each stop features unique guest conversations, making every location special. Mom 2.0 Summit hosts her on April 17 at JW Marriott Austin.

Tour Dates and Locations

Date and Time	Location and Special Guest
April 13, 7 p.m.	New Canaan, Connecticut at New Canaan Library
April 14, 6:30 p.m.	Paramus, New Jersey at Barnes and Noble
April 15, 7:30 p.m.	New York at Strand Bookstore with Al Roker
April 16, 7 p.m.	Philadelphia with Mike Jerrick
April 17, 11:55 a.m.	Austin, Texas at Mom 2.0 Summit
April 17, 7:30 p.m.	Tulsa, Oklahoma with Ree Drummond
April 18, 5 p.m.	Wichita, Kansas with Carla Eckels
April 20, 6:30 p.m.	Washington, D.C. with Glory Edim

“Through Mom’s Eyes celebrates the quiet, everyday love that shapes who we become.”

— Putnam Books, Publisher

A Personal Project Inspired by Loss and Love

Sheinelle’s late husband Uche Ojeh inspired this deeply meaningful project. He passed away in May 2025 after battling brain cancer, leaving behind a legacy of encouraging her to celebrate mothers everywhere. The TODAY host raises three children with him: 16-year-old Kayin and 13-year-old twins Clara and Uche.

The book weaves Sheinelle’s personal grief journey throughout celebrity mother insights, creating something authentic and transformative. Her message resonates with millions who’ve watched her navigate motherhood on air. This tour represents her first major public project since losing her beloved partner.

Why Sheinelle’s Book Matters Now?

Parenting guides flood the market, but Sheinelle’s approach feels fresh and genuine. She combines real wisdom from mothers who raised NBA stars like Steph Curry, Broadway legends like Lin-Manuel Miranda, and global icons like Lady Gaga. Fans can expect honest conversations about discipline, love, sacrifice, and raising resilient humans.

Pre-orders are available through major retailers including Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Bookshop.org. The book launches April 14 with 256 pages of heartfelt guidance. Tickets for tour dates can be found at the official book tour website.

Sources

• TODAY.com – Complete book tour announcement with dates and special guests
• Penguin Random House – Publisher details and book description
• Putnam Books – Official press release and marketing information