Julia’s wittiest statements will amuse in an upcoming book.

“If you’re afraid of butter, use cream” and “a party without cake is just a meeting.” That was the Julia Child many came to know over decades as countless, canny quotes fell off her tongue like dough from a rolling pin. Now, a compendium of culinary statements from the queen of French cuisine is about to be released in a book titled, “People Who Love to Eat Are Always the Best People (and Other Wisdom).” The collection of often-humorous quotes is due to publish in late fall by Penguin Random House. Pre-orders for hardcover ($24.95) and Kindle ($12.99) are now available through www.amazon.com.