Words of Wisdom

8 books in this series
Book cover of What Maya Angelou Says by Quadrille

What Maya Angelou Says

What Maya Angelou Says is a collection of the beloved American icon’s most uplifting quotes.

Maya Angelou’s life is a rich and remarkable one; using her voice to overcome prejudice and difficulty, the poet and activist has inspired generations to live boldly and change the world for better.

“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.”

“It’s one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself, to forgive. Forgive everybody.”

“If you’re always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be.”
Book cover of What Selena Says by Quadrille

What Selena Says

Featuring words of wisdom on love, friendship, self-confidence and creativity, What Selena Says is an inspiring collection of the actress and pop queen’s best quotes.
 
“The older I’ve gotten, the more I’ve learned that I have to open myself up to all opportunities. Maybe I’ll get burned and not meet the right people, but I won’t know until I do it.”
 
“I believe in second chances, but I don't believe in third or fourth chances.”
 
“Always be yourself, there's no one better!”
 
 
Book cover of What Taylor Says by Quadrille

What Taylor Says

From hometown princess to global star, Taylor Swift is the world’s favourite songwriter, popstar and all-round icon. What Taylor Says is a celebratory and empowering collection of the legend's quotes. 

‘I think the most profound relationship I’ve ever had has been with my fans.’ 

‘The only real risk is being too afraid to take a risk at all.’

‘I wanna love glitter and also stand up for the double standards that exist in our society. I wanna wear pink and tell you how I feel about politics and I don’t think that those things have to cancel each other out.’ 
 
Book cover of What Frida Says by Hardie Grant Books

What Frida Says

What Frida Says is an inspiring collection of the Mexican icon's best quotes on love, style, life and art, celebrating her immense legacy.

Frida Kahlo is undoubtedly one of the most innovative and influential painters of the 20th century and is widely considered a style icon thanks to her eclectic taste and love of colour and print. From a young age, Kahlo forged her own path, overcoming polio as a child and battling lifelong injuries from a tragic road accident, to become the inspirational figure we know and love today. 

Some quotes from Frida Kahlo:

“Nothing is worth more than laughter. It is strength to laugh and to abandon oneself, to be light.”

“I must fight with all my strength so that the little positive things that my health allows me to do might be pointed toward helping the revolution. The only real reason for living.”

“I am my own muse, I am the subject I know best. The subject I want to know better.”

Book cover of What Pedro Says by Hardie Grant Books

What Pedro Says

What Pedro Says is an inspiring and entertaining collection of quotes from the internationally acclaimed Hollywood actor, known for his roles in Games of Thrones, Narcos and The Last of Us.

Featuring words of wisdom on acting, determination and friendship, Pedro also shares his thoughts on being dubbed ‘The Internet’s Daddy’ and encourages us all not to take life too seriously!

Some quotes from Pedro:

“The smallest of opportunities kept me going. So much so that I resolved to struggle until I couldn’t walk anymore.”

“I didn't go to church, I was raised by HBO, Spielberg and Prince.”

“I always die. In everything.”
Book cover of What Harry Says by Hardie Grant Books

What Harry Says

Harry Styles is one of the biggest pop icons of the times. What Harry Says is an inspiring collection of some of his best quotes.

"Happiness isn’t this final resting place. Life is about the peaks and troughs."

"If you're happy doing what you're doing then nobody can tell you you're not successful."

"You can never be overdressed. There's no such thing."

Book cover of What Jennifer Says by Hardie Grant Books

What Jennifer Says

Jennifer Coolidge is an American actress, who is beloved for some of the most iconic television and movie roles. What Jennifer Says is an inspiring collection of some of her best sayings.

“I hung in there longer than other people that were better than I was, I think. The key is to hang in there.”

“I’ve always wanted to play a dolphin.”

“If they don’t know who I am, just dump ‘em.”

Book cover of What Keanu Says by Quadrille

What Keanu Says

Known for his iconic roles in films such as The Matrix and John Wick, and more recently for his philanthropy, Keanu Reeves has garnered a reputation as one of Hollywood’s kindest stars.

Featuring words of wisdom on life, acting, hope and resilience, What Keanu Says is a compilation of the actor’s most inspirational quotes.

“The simple act of paying attention can take you a long way.”

“I was also raised to treat people exactly how I would like to be treated by others. It’s called respect.”

“I don't want to be part of a world where being kind is a weakness.”