By subscribing to Inspiring Quotes you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Writer Maya Angelou is best known for her heartrending 1969 memoir “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” which describes a childhood that was unsteady and often traumatic, including a five-year period where she became mute after an assault. But she blossomed in young adulthood, discovering a love for literature and writing. Angelou was the first Black woman to drive a San Francisco streetcar, and tried out careers in singing and acting before becoming a writer. Her remarkable life experiences stand as a reminder that bold action makes our lives fuller and more interesting — as long as we continue to embrace what’s possible.
How Crafting Can Transform Your Life, in Quotes
Add a Dash of Laughter to Your Day With These Cooking Quotes
13 Funny Quotes About New Year’s Resolutions
Start Anew With These 15 Encouraging Quotes
16 Helpful Quotes To Read When Your Relationship Is Struggling
15 Quotes for Every Meal of the Day
What It Means To Be a Leader, According to U.S. Presidents
19 Quotes To Keep You Hopeful
12 of the All-Time Greatest Zingers
17 Empowering Quotes from Female Athletes
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Truman Capote