While I Have Your Attention, Lucille ONeal
While I Have Your Attention, Lucille ONeal
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While I Have Your Attention
It’s Never Too Late for a New Beginning

Author: Lucille O'Neal

Narrator: Karen Chilton, Jeremy Michael Durm

Unabridged: 5 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 10/01/2024


Synopsis

Find hope when you see that it is never too late for a new beginning.This book is for…Every person who has experienced struggle and hardship
Every person who knew there was more out there than their own surroundings
Every person who dreamed and wanted more
Every person who hoped to inspire othersWhen Dr. Lucille O'Neal became a mom as a teenager, she knew one thing was true: She would always love her children. That love, as well as a fierce determination to overcome every setback and stereotype along the way, carried her through difficult years of parenthood, the grip of addiction, and the pain of divorce.In While I Have Your Attention, an updated memoir, Lucille shares her struggles, disappointments, memories, and proudest accomplishments. Lucille's remarkable life is the story of a woman who prevailed despite enduring a host of obstacles and trials. And as she shares her incredible story of stepping from poverty and loss into hope and a renewed faith, she will inspire you to keep moving forward even when you come up against seemingly insurmountable challenges in life.Along the way, Lucille shares some of her most joyful memories and painful experiences, including:ChildhoodTeenage pregnancyMarriageParenthoodDivorceEducationBecoming a grandparentHelping others get more out of life Drawing upon her own trials, victories, and second chances, Lucille is passionate about speaking words of encouragement to people of all ages. Whether you want to cultivate a deeper self-love, live with greater confidence, or embrace your purpose more fully, While I Have Your Attention will inspire you to remember that it's never too late for a new beginning.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Mark on November 26, 2024

I got this book from Netgalley, so I can read and review it before it’s published. When I saw this book, I was immediately intrigued, as she is the mother of Shaquille O’Neal, and I wanted to know more about her life. And, what a life it was for her. Lucille and her siblings were raised by their gran......more

Goodreads review by Amanda Laine on March 28, 2025

When I saw that Shaq’s mom had written a memoir I was intrigued. I grew up watching him play basketball but I admired his business acumen. I heard someone close to him speak on a business podcast years ago and I remember them saying that his momma kept him on the straight and narrow when it came to......more

Goodreads review by Katarzyna on December 31, 2024

This is such a great memoir and Dr. O’Neal is such an extraordinary woman. I love that this book is focused on her life and her life experiences and not overshadowed by her son’s career and success. She overcame many obstacles, tragedies and struggles and continues to give back. Remarkable woman. Th......more

Goodreads review by Javierthearcnovice on November 23, 2024

A huge thank you to NetGalley for this ebook advance readers copy. With that said, this is such a good memoir. As someone who has grown up struggling and has strong roots in Christianity, this book gave me a bit of peace. It’s good to know that you’re not alone.......more

Goodreads review by Michelle on December 30, 2024

Thank you for sharing your story, and many thanks for the Goodreads giveaway......more