TikToker Mama Tot Is In Her 'Author Era' With New Book Release

Ophelia Nichols has made quite an impact in many people's lives on social media over the past few years and now some of the impact she's made for others is being included in a book.

Better known on social media as Mama Tot, Nichols recently announced that she co-authored a book with 42 other content creators and presale of the book has begun.

Mama Tot shared the news of "The Social Spark" on both her Instagram and TikTok pages on Tuesday.

"Hey, my little tater tots. You'll be happy to know that your Mama Tot is now a published author," she began in her video announcement. "But so is some of your other favorite creators."

She went on to explain that 43 content creators had a hand in writing the book that shares their life stories and hardships, as well as tips on "how to do this social media thing."

"One thing we all have in common is that we all use our social media for good, because if you're not using it for good, what exactly are you using it for?" she continued.

The book is presented by Spread The Cheer USA and is currently on pre-sale for just $5 for a limited time. Then the price will go up to $12.95. Proceeds of the book will go toward "helping families in need and beyond."

Nichols TikTok followers are excited about the book and many left uplifting comments for the new author.

"In her AUTHOR ERA!!!! This is incredible. Congratulations Mama Tot!!" one person wrote. Another said, "I’m so proud of you!!!! Keep soaring as you continue to inspire all of us!"

At the end of her announcement video, Mama Tot revealed that she will be signing books at the upcoming Cheer Choice Awards in Las Vegas the weekend of April 12-14, 2024.

Mama Tot is once again up for a Cheer Choice Award this year and will be at the Palms Resort and Casino for the big event. She recently shared information about the event in an Instagram post.

"Spread The Cheer Foundation is having their annual Cheer Choice Awards at the Palms Casino in Vegas," she said. "If you would like tickets to this amazing show that honors social media creators everywhere for doing good in the world, whether they use their platform to make you laugh, or love on you or share their daily life, we are honoring these special creators. And thank you for nominating me again for Best Motivational Speaker."

Nichols will be passing on her crown of Cheer of the Year to another "special human being this year."

Nichols also shared the book information on her Instagram page and even shared what the cover looks like. Her caption gave all the important information for anyone wanting to purchase the book.

"Today’s the day! I am officially a published author! Myself and 42 other social media creators have come together to share our stories on life, positivity and making an impact," she wrote in her caption.

After sharing information on how and when to get a book, she concluded her caption with some gratitude for the experience.

"I am truly grateful to have been included in such a special project," she wrote. "And I can't wait for you all to read it."

Another TikTok creator who had a hand in writing "The Social Spark" also shared the news on her TikTok page. Ruth Bennett, who is listed as one of the authors in Amazon's book description, also announced news of the book's presale with a TikTok video.

Bennett's followers shared their excitement over the book in the comment section of the video.

"Congratulations!!!! Excited to read the book," one follower wrote.

Another shared, "Congrats! I sometimes wish I could become a content creator. LOL, I hate doing my job," to which Bennett replied with some positivity saying, "Awe…anyone can. I have a full time job and work about 60 hours a week. This is my side hustle just to make people smile."

According to Spread The Cheer USA's website, the organization was founded in December 2020 by Danielle Claudio who wanted to help families in need for the holidays.

"She then decided to utilize social media to reach out to see if she could help even more families," the website reads. "The campaign was called SpreadTheCheer2020. Within two weeks, over $12,000 was raised and 20 families across 15 states were surprised in person with much needed assistance and cheer."

The foundation began the Cheer Choice Awards to help celebrate positivity on social media. The goal of the event is to "raise money for charity while honoring creators who are making a difference using their platforms."

Social media fans were able to nominate their favorite creators and then eventually vote for who they feel deserves to win each category. Voting took place in November and December and winners will be announced at the event in Las Vegas the weekend of April 12-14, 2025.