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.
Topic: Disability, Empathy, English, Growing up, Life changes
Age Range: 14+
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Themes: Hidden Disability Representation | Friendship | Overcoming Adversity | Identity
Topic: Disability, Empathy, English, Growing up, Life changes
Age Range: 14+
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A sharply funny YA debut showing us that when sh!t happens, it’s how you deal with it that matters.
Themes: Hidden Disability Representation | Friendship | Overcoming Adversity | Identity
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Age Range: 14+
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