For the first time ever, fans of Maya Angelou have creative space to write their own masterpieces alongside quotes from the phenomenal poet, memoirist, activist, and actor in this elegant and evocative journal. Building on the rich legacy of Maya Angelou?s publishing catalog, this blank journal?sprinkled with her signature wit and wisdom throughout?offers readers and fans new ways to celebrate one of America?s literary heroes and enjoy her words of wisdom, inspiration, encouragement, and empowerment. The journal will include powerful statements from her essay collections like, "What you?re supposed to do when you don?t like a thing is change it. If you can?t change it, change the way you think about it. Don?t complain." And readers will be prompted along their own journeys through affirmations from her most famous poems, like, "I am a woman phenomenally; phenomenal woman?that's me." Whether you're taking notes at church, capturing some key information while on the go, or just meditating through scribbling on the page, this journal will inspire you whenever you open its pages, with Dr. Angelou encouraging you each step along your literary path.