"Love is just a word until someone comes along and gives it meaning." ― Paulo Coelho From Paulo Coelho Novelist Added on 1/31/2026 About Paulo Coelho Brazilian novelist known for spiritually themed fiction, especially The Alchemist. His books have been translated into many languages and have sold widely worldwide. He has also written memoir and reflective prose works. Born: 1947-08-24 View all quotes from Paulo Coelho