bell hooks Quotes

“She wanted me to remember that pleasure is political--for the capacity to relax and play renews the spirit and makes it possible for us to come to the work of writing clearer, ready for the journey. (bell hooks about Toni Cade Bambara)”

“Molly Cade, you could be wearing a White Sox shirt, a Yankees thong, and a Packers Cheesehead and I would still want to do you.”She sighed. “Such a romantic.”

“Not all speed is movement.”

“A good writer is an excellent reader.”

“I think fear is normal, Cade. Just don't let it win.”

“Shiiiit. Cade weighs a lot. Way more than I thought!” I moaned/sang.”

“Your pain made you strong. It made youpassionate and alive. It made us both who we are. -Cade”

“You dress her in a wet T-shirt and make her carry the bags? Damn, Cade, I like how you roll" - Rok”

“What did you think of him?" Cade asked."Give me some credit," Zach said. "Guy’s more full of shit than a duck pond.”

“What’s bosoms?” Cade asked.“You’ll find out when you get older,” Jake said."A lot older," Colt said.”