People don't like the word 'feminism' - that's what needs to change, because we're not going to find another word.

Feminism is not a fad. It's not like Angry Birds. Although it does involve a lot of angry birds. Bad example.

Everything in Life that Comes-Goes

Everything will be okay as soon as youare okay with everything. And that’s theonly time everything will be okay.

The duty of literature is to note what counts, and to light up what is suited to the light. If it ceases to choose and to love, it becomes like a woman who gives herself without preference.

I've always sung in the shower. Now I make the stage a mental shower in order not to get too uptight and enjoy it.

The feeling of health can only be gained by sickness.

You're very short, aren't you?" She smirked at Petunia. "And you've got a nose like a stoat," Petunia replied. "But at least I can always have my gowns altered.

My style is all to myself.

So in many ways for me, having lived through what I've lived through, and endured what I've endured, I've got more confidence that I can do the next bit - and there's something sustaining about that.

He who knows what best to omit is the best teacher.

My confidence level is a tremendous high.