Slug
The Sunday Times Bestseller
(Author) Hollie McNishTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'An intoxicating mixture of poetry and prose, Slug is a taboo-busting delight' SCOTSMAN 'One of the best poets we have' MATT HAIG 'She writes with honesty, conviction, humour and love' KAE TEMPEST The new collection of poetry and prose from the Ted Hughes Award-winning author of Nobody Told Me From Finnish saunas and soppy otters to grief, grandparents and Kellogg's anti-masturbation pants, Slug is a book which holds a mirror lovingly up to the world, past and present, through Hollie's driving, funny, hopeful poetry and prose. Slug is about the human condition: of birth and death and how we manage the possibilities in between. 'The inimitable words of poet/goddess Hollie McNish once again hold up honest, damn funny and refreshing takes on the everydayness of our lives . . . Never have we needed her more' STYLIST 'Hollie always articulates exactly how I feel' CHARLY COX 'A tribute to life itself' RED
Hollie McNish
Hollie McNish is a British poet and spoken word artist known for her candid and relatable writing style. Her work often explores themes of motherhood, politics, and social issues with a mix of humor and poignancy. McNish gained popularity with her debut poetry collection "Papers" in 2012, which won the Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry. She has since released several more collections, including "Nobody Told Me" and "Plum," which have further solidified her reputation as a leading voice in contemporary poetry. McNish's work has had a significant impact on the spoken word genre, inspiring a new wave of poets to embrace personal storytelling and social commentary in their writing. Her most famous work, "Embarrassed," went viral online and has been viewed millions of times, showcasing her ability to connect with audiences on a deeply emotional level.