Amanda Gorman Gets Advice on Her Future from Hillary Clinton and Nancy Pelosi: 'Know You Are Special'

Photo: Onward Together Amanda Gormanhad a question forHillary Clintonand House SpeakerNancy Pelosion Monday night. “I have some interest in the public sphere and I wanted to ask: What advice would you give your 23-year-old self or me?” The acclaimed poet, who also just turned 23, was moderating a virtual Q&A with the pair of politicians for International Women’s Day. “Your gift,” said Clinton, “which we are seeing as you are sharing it with us … you have the ability to express aspirations and give people a voice that they didn’t know they had.

Amanda Gorman Hopes to Remind Kids of Their 'Power to Change the World' with Debut Picture Book

Photo: amanda gorman/ instagram Amanda Gormanis reminding young readers of their ability to make a difference. The 23-year-old, who captivated the nation with the reading of her poem “The Hill We Climb” at President Joe Biden’s inauguration earlier this year, released her debut picture book,Change Sings: A Children’s Anthem, Tuesday, which she hopes will empower children to make changes in the world. For more on Amanda Gorman’s bookChange Sings: A Children’s Anthemand other top stories, listen below toour daily podcast PEOPLE Every Day.

Amanda Gorman Is Now a Bestseller After Reading Her Poem at Biden's Inauguration

Not long after reading her poem “The Hill We Climb” atJoe Biden’s inauguration on Wednesday, 22-year-oldAmanda Gormanbecame a bestseller … and her books aren’t even out yet. The poet’s three books were also the top sellers onBarnes & Noble’s bestseller listas of Friday. “I AM ON THE FLOOR MY BOOKS ARE #1 & #2 ON AMAZON AFTER 1 DAY!,” she wrote. “Thank you so much to everyone for supporting me and my words.

Amanda Gorman Lands Debut 'Vogue' Cover — See the Inspiring Poet's Gorgeous High-Fashion Editorial

Photo: Annie Leibovitz//Vogue Amanda Gormanis making history. “The first poet ever on the cover of @voguemagazine,” Gorman wrote onInstagram. “I am eternally grateful & do not expect to be the last—for what is poetry if not beauty?” Annie Leibovitz//Vogue Throughout the editorial, the poet models other looks, including a yellow and black printed Studio 189 dress and skirt, a pink tulle tiered Alexander McQueen confection and a silky wind-swept Aliétte gown in her signature color — yellow.

Amanda Gorman Makes Her Met Gala Debut in a Symbolic Look Inspired by the Statue of Liberty

American poet Amanda Gorman was the breakout star ofPresident Joe Biden’s Inauguration— and she just cemented herself as a style star at the 2021 Met Gala. Gorman, who is serving asco-chairof the evening, sparkled in a strapless embellished royal blue Vera Wang dress with a sheer train and cut-out details on the back. She accessorized with matching, custom Stuart Weitzman heels, a customEdie Parkerbook-shaped clutch and a crystal Jennifer Behr headpiece.