A signature cookbook featuring 38 delicious recipes prepared by the mothers of the best professional basketball players in the world.

Within each standout hoops star on the court, from solid role players to celebrated All-Stars to legendary world champions, lies the strength and discipline built from a mother's love.

Food for the Soul features recipes by Mary Anthony (mother of Carmelo Anthony), Sheryl Howard (mother of Dwight Howard), Robin Paul (mother of Chris Paul), Faye Billups (mother of Chauncey Billups), Renee Busch (mother of Nate Robinson), Annie Payton (mother of Gary Payton) and many more.

These exceptional mothers nurtured their children to extraordinary levels of success, as their young athletes grew up to achieve their dreams of reaching the highest level in the NBA. Their faith, guidance and cooking has manifested into the purpose and destiny of each son, passed down through generations with heartwarming food and love.

Now these amazing moms share their family recipes with the world in Food for the Soul. Proceeds from the sale of Food for the Soul will benefit various charity organizations.


About Women Standing Tall

Women Standing Tall (WST) is a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to developing healthy families through the promotion of physical, mental and spiritual wellness. WST achieves this goal by conducting high profile fundraisers and contributing money to notable charities such as Lifelong AIDS Alliance, the Justin Timberlake Foundation, Aid for AIDS of Nevada, the Stay Strong Foundation, District 7 Advisory Board and Project Angel Food.

Co-founders Virginia Owens and Monique Payton are passionate about building strong communities. Since forming WST in 2004, they have contributed more than $40,000 to these worthy charities.

Visit the WST website.