That's What She Said: Wise Words from Influential Women

An artist and activist committed to the empowerment of women and girls has created a gorgeous illustrated volume | blending watercolor and short biography to showcase the contributions of more than fifty influential female leaders whose words and actions are a passionate call to arms.Distraught by the results of the 2016 election and the realization that the nation was not ready for its first female president | Kimothy Joy found herself poring over the biographies of brave women throughout history—those who persisted in the face of daunting circumstances—to learn from their experiences.Turning to art | Joy channeled her feelings to the canvas | bringing these strong women to life in bold watercolor portraits surrounded by inspirational hand-lettered quotes. With each creation | Joy found catharsis and hope. She shared her watercolors with her online community and encouraged everyone to raise their own voices and recharge for the battles ahead.Now | in this beautiful gift book | Joy has gathered her stunning illustrations and quotes and paired them with surprising | illuminating biographies of her subjects to inspire women of all ages | races | and backgrounds. That’s What She Said honors a powerful and diverse group of over fifty women—from Maya Angelou | Gloria Steinem | and Virginia Woolf to Sojourner Truth | Malala Yousafzai | and Ruth Bader Ginsburg—role models whose words and insights remind us that we must never give up the fight for a more just and equitable society.Reclaiming the derogatory cultural barb that’s what she said | this stunning book celebrates strong female leadership throughout history and empowers current and future generations to find their voices and inspire change in their communities.