Maya Angelou on Writing

“The desire to reach for the stars is ambitious. The desire to reach hearts is wise.”

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“Each time I write a book, every time I face that yellow pad, the challenge is so great. I have written eleven books, but each time I think, ‘Uh oh, they’re going to find out now. I’ve run a game on everybody and they’re going to find me out.”

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“I believe that the most important single thing, beyond discipline and creativity is daring to dare.”

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“I make writing as much a part of my life as I do eating or listening to music.”

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