Mark Your Calendars for “Encouragement from My MAMA: A Devotional Filled with Love and Prayer”
One of the most talked about books of this year is about to hit online book shops that include Amazon. Encouragement from My MAMA: A Devotional Filled with Love and Prayer, has gained huge exposure around the USA and the world.
It is a deeply moving book that has been authored by Cassandra Wilcher Moncure affectionately known as “Sandy,” alongside co-authors Dannella Moncure Land and Lakandra Moncure. It is a book like no other and provides love, wisdom, and affection from a wise mother.
We decided to sit down with one of the authors to learn more about the book, this is what she had to say.
First of all, please introduce yourself.
Thank you for this opportunity. I am Dannella Lane, a mother, daughter, fiancé, friend, and, most importantly, a believer and child of God. I hold in high regard being the daughter of Cassandra Sandy Moncure, whose nurturing of my gifts is the reason this book became a reality.
You’ve authored a book titled “Encouragement from My MAMA: A Devotional Filled with Love and Prayer.” Could you share what the book is about?
The book is a daily devotional with messages my mother sent to encourage people. It started with three recipients but grew to hundreds, reminding individuals to keep going, have faith, feel loved, and valued. It inspires readers to extend love, give, and express gratitude.
You have said the book will invite readers to immerse themselves in the warmth and wisdom of a mother’s boundless love and powerful prayers, what do you mean by that?
After my mother’s Cancer diagnosis in 2016, she dedicated herself to serving others. Even during chemo, she sent encouraging texts, spreading kindness and joy to maintain hope.
Who is the book aimed at?
“Encouragement from my Mama” is for everyone, from 10-year-olds to 100-year-olds. Our 103-year-old great Aunt Marie enjoys her daily encouragement.
What do you hope people will get out of the book?
My hope is that, like when my Mama sent these messages, the book reassures, encourages, inspires, and motivates. I want readers to feel comforted, seen, loved, and supported.
It is very unusual to have more than one author write a book, so why did you choose to get together with other authors?
Before her passing in August 2023, my mother, the original author, and I had discussions about transforming her work into a compilation for a book series. In this venture, my sister, who is the other co-author, agreed to participate alongside me.
