February is Black History Month, and we are celebrating by highlighting Black authors and their work. Agate’s In Their Own Words series shares the most thought-provoking and inspirational quotes from some of the most iconic thought-leaders of our time. This Black History Month, we’re spotlighting three of our In Their Own Words titles, featuring the words of Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, and RuPaul.
Michelle Obama In Her Own Words
Author, lawyer, humanitarian, and the trailblazing first Black woman to serve as the First Lady of the United States.
This collection of quotes has been curated from Michelle Obama’s numerous public statements—interviews, books, social media posts, television appearances, and more. It’s a comprehensive picture of her legacy as one of America’s most recognizable and influential women.
Now, for the first time, you can find Michelle Obama’s most inspirational, thought-provoking quotes in one place, providing an intimate and direct look into the mind of this beloved first lady.
Own It: Oprah Winfrey In Her Own Words
This book provides a unique look into the wisdom and thought processes of one of the most adored, respected, and powerful women in the world. This book collects her most insightful quotations, centered around her media career, life lessons, entrepreneurship, and remarkable personal story.
Few entrepreneurs have been savvy enough to leverage their resources with the foresight Oprah has demonstrated in her decades-long career. At the outset of her career, Oprah decided to start a company rather than take the conventional talent-for-hire path. Her influence in the marketplace is unprecedented.
Oprah’s next venture is unknown, but its success, like her other triumphs, depends on Oprah and the self-reliance, values, and vision on which she has built her empire.
RuPaul In His Own Words
Award-winning TV personality, musician, actor, LGBTQ+ icon, business mogul, and the most influential drag queen in the world.
This collection of quotes has been curated from RuPaul’s numerous public statements—interviews, books, social media posts, television appearances, and more. It’s a comprehensive picture of his decades-long career, his transformative effect on pop culture, and his wise perspective on identity, love, and life.
Now, for the first time, you can find his most inspirational, thought-provoking quotes in one place.