A powerful debut about identity, friendship and self-determination.

Me in 100 pieces

Ulla Schuh

Me in 100 pieces

Artwork by Irmela Schautz

1st ed. published 2026. 144 pages From the age of 14 years up All rights available

Me in 100 pieces

Two teenagers are struggling to find their way in life. Ulla Schuh tells the powerful story of two young people searching for their place in the world: Niko comes out as trans, and the first-person narrator learns that her father is not her biological father. Together, they grapple with questions of identity, heritage and belonging. In lyrical, clear language, Ulla Schuh tells a story of friendship, courage and trusting in one's own self. A touching novel for ages 14+that inspires courage and gives hope – winner of the 2024 Children's and Youth Book Prize of the City of Oldenburg. • A story of finding identity told in 100 poetic fragments • Linguistic power that illuminates the nuances of youthful emotions • Awarded with the Children's and Young Adult Book Prize of the City of Oldenburg