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Imogen Quinn is a chaotic bisexual with dreams of becoming a stand-up comedian and crushing stereotypes about autistic people. When she decides to put on a pride festival that’s accessible for everyone, she enlists the help of the openly gay captain of the football team, Ollie Armstrong. Dealing with the fallout from his parents’ divorce, Ollie is initially hesitant. But it doesn’t take long for him to be swept up by Imogen’s passion, and he’s not the only one. Joined by the (distractingly beautiful) head girl, musicians, an artist and a star baker – a dream team soon assembles to help plan pride and tackle injustices in their school and beyond. It’s time to make some noise. Packed full of fun, friends and flirting, this YA debut is perfect for fans of I Kissed Shara Wheeler, Gwen and Art are Not in Love, Feel Good, Heartstopper and Not My Problem.

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"""A debut novel with an autistic bi lead, Something to be Proud Of, features a diverse cast who are instantly relatable. Imogen Quinn, with the help of openly gay footballer Ollie Armstrong, decides to put on a Pride festival that is accessible for everyone. As they attract more people to the cause, they find themselves tackling injustices and more."" – The Bookseller “Adroitly balanced between dry humour and campaigning zeal, this witty, passionate YA debut will appeal to Ciara Smyth fans.” – Guardian “Written from multiple perspectives, Quirke makes a lot of room for laughter in this warm, funny, and fast-moving story.” – Children's Books Ireland “The power of community and solidarity is explored beautifully” – Irish Times"

A debut novel with an autistic bi lead, Something to be Proud Of, features a diverse cast who are instantly relatable. Imogen Quinn, with the help of openly gay footballer Ollie Armstrong, decides to put on a Pride festival that is accessible for everyone. As they attract more people to the cause, they find themselves tackling injustices and more.” – The Bookseller

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Anna Zoe Quirke is an author, librarian, and script editor from the North of England. They’re at their happiest writing stories about chaotic queer people finding and claiming their place in the world, exploring the literary wonders of the UK, or making a mess in the kitchen baking things for their loved ones.

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