“If a woman chooses to support her husband and become First Lady, I believe she must do so with the understanding that the public expects the full-meal deal.”

“People vote for whom they believe will be the best president and representative for our country. The First Lady is not on the ballot.”

“A writer looks at an issue and asks, 'What if this were to occur? Or what if that was thrown into the mix? What would that look like?”

“An elegantly crafted novel, "The Reluctant First Lady" clearly documents author Venita Ellick as an exceptionally accomplished writer able to skillfully weave memorable characters into a riveting story line from beginning to end. As engaging as it is entertaining, "The Reluctant First Lady" is highly recommended for both personal reading lists and community library contemporary fiction collections.”

“If a woman were elected president, would our nation expect her husband to be the official White House host?”

“If a woman chooses to support her husband and become First Lady, I believe she must do so with the understanding that the public expects the full-meal deal.”