SH!T BAG is based on Xena Knox's own experiences with acute ulcerative colitis - juggling life-with-an-ostomy while studying and dating. She lives between London and her arable farm in Scotland with her husband; an unruly girl-gang of black devil sheep, Shetland ponies and Thoroughbreds; and a field of 5,000 dreamy peonies.
'Funny, direct, real-feeling and romantic, this superb YA debut
conveys the reality of managing life with an ostomy'
*The Guardian*
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*Cosmopolitan*
'What could have been another "issues" book is elevated by Knox's
writing and her whip-smart and honest main character. A funny and
charming read'
*Irish Independent*
'A compelling and insightful read that sheds a brilliant light on
hugely important topics'
*Glamour*
'This bold, brilliantly funny book is the best YA novel I've read
this year. Xena Knox is one to watch!'
*Cat Clarke, author of Girlhood*
'A must read! With disability representation and written from
Xena's own experience, it's full of sass, humour, embarrassing
moments and something all teens will love. Xena's characters feel
SO real, you'll be hooked from the first page'
*A. M. Dassu, author of Boy, Everywhere*
'What an incredible read! Freya is feisty & unfiltered - and now
she has an ileostomy bag & is furious. This unflinching story of
disgust, humiliation and hard-won wins educated me in the most
entertaining of ways ... Highly recommend'
*Sue Wallman, author of Lying About Last Summer*
A sharp, funny book that addresses a hidden issue
*The School Librarian*
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