Campbell Dwyer - Author, Advocate, Survivor - Inspiring & Encouraging Children About Health Issues

Campbell Dwyer grew up in North Carolina before moving to Pennsylvania with Quincy, her four-legged sidekick. With Quincy by her side, Campbell enjoys exploring the outdoors and traveling as often as possible. Her knowledge and experience come from her personal journey and not through clinical training, which allows her to relate on a level most professionals cannot. Campbell’s life began with two colostomies, before transitioning to a permanent ileostomy. By the age of four, she had already gone through three major, open abdominal surgeries; the first of many throughout her life. After her tenth surgery, she felt compelled to inspire and encourage children through their personal ostomy journey. She has spent her life bravely battling an invisible disease and hopes to reassure others with a positive outlook. It takes guts for anyone to face life’s adventures, but with the support of an ostomy, we can conquer anything! Finding literary support when coping with an ileostomy can be challenging. As an adult, Campbell Dwyer discovered this firsthand and wanted to change that for children everywhere. Thus began the creation of her debut children's novel. My Silly Illy is a comical introduction to help children understand what is happening with their bodies and how to thrive with their new appendage. Every child is a superhero, and My Silly Illy makes sure they know it!