You can, of course, be a sexy, strong female and be a good role model.

I see myself as a bit of a traveller. I am a workaholic.

I'm not ashamed of showing my curves to the world. Bodies are beautiful when they're full and healthy and fit. I've always had curves and I'll always be proud of them.

I feel liberated, empowered, inspired and motivated. Fear holds you back from achieving what you want in life.

I don't live my life seeking validation from people on social media.

Who doesn't know the easy, breezy, beautiful Covergirl line? I'm so excited to be the face of the brand in Australia and help all girls find and rock their inner Covergirl!

I love my body because it's what I've been given. Being too thin is just as unhealthy as being obese.

I come from a family of tall, curvy women. I developed in my body and my shape far earlier, so from a young age I accepted it. I embraced it and saw it as an advantage.

I get really frustrated with people who turn their noses up at talent shows like 'The Voice' and 'X-Factor.'

People like to put you in a little box, and that's where they are comfortable with you being.

I love kids, and I'm great with them, but I also love being able to give them back.

Money does not guarantee immortality.

I aim to tell the truth about any subject, not a romance or fantasy, not avoid the truth.

I think now there's much more of a confessional culture. That's not my bag. I come from a slightly older school of thought: 'give 'em nothin.' You don't plead guilty.

The poorest ploughman is in Christ equal with the greatest prince that is. Let them therefore have sufficient to maintain them.

I was early taught to work as well as play. My life has been one long, happy holiday; Full of work and full of play- I dropped the worry on the way- And God was good to me everyday.

I think my books come out very visual, which is an obvious consequence.

My parents are my No. 1 supporters and they always have been.

The man or woman who treasures his friends is usually solid gold himself.

I like a guy who makes me laugh, doesn't care about the fame, the show, he just likes me for me, he likes Nicole.

Fury snorted. "You're the leader, Vane. Lead.