I have met brave women who are exploring the outer edge of human possibility, with no history to guide them, and the courage to make themselves vulnerable that I find moving beyond words.

Help as many people as you can, without seeking anything in return!

I write for young girls of color, for girls who don't even exist yet, so that there is something there for them when they arrive. I can only change how they live, not how they think.

We're here for a reason. I believe a bit of the reason is to throw little torches out to lead people through the dark.

If somebody can do something 80 percent as good as you think you would have done it yourself, then you've got to let it go.

I always try to be myself. Ever since I was an introverted kid, I'd get on stage and be able to break out of my shell.