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.”