What I do know is sometimes we love the wrong people and sometimes we marry them.
—Terry McMillan in Getting to Happy
Quotes from the book Getting to Happy by Terry McMillan
About Terry McMillan
Terry McMillan (born October 18, 1951) is a celebrated American novelist known for her vivid portrayals of African American women’s lives, relationships, and journeys of self-discovery. Her best-selling works, including Waiting to Exhale and How Stella Got Her Groove Back, have resonated widely for their humor, authenticity, and emotional insight. McMillan’s contributions have influenced contemporary fiction and continue to shape the representation of Black women in literature and film.