Author of The Thirty Before Thirty List, Finding Mr Perfectly Fine & Desperate in Dubai.

Author and Podcaster

Tasneem Abdur-Rashid

Hello, and thank you for stopping by!

My name is Tasneem Abdur-Rashid and I’m a British Bengali writer born and raised in north London. I’m also a mum and I spend my days juggling my day job, raising my children and writing stories about underrepresented communities.

Before I started writing books, I worked in media, PR and communications for over 15 years, in the UK and in the Middle East. I have a BA and MA in Creative Writing, and my debut rom-com, Finding Mr Perfectly Fine, was published by Bonnier/Zaffre in July 2022 as part of a two-book publishing deal.

My Story

My Books

Finding Mr Perfectly Fine

‘I loved it. Utterly charming’ Jenny Colgan

Desperate in Dubai

The UAE’s Answer to Desperate Housewives – Timeout Dubai

The Thirty Before Thirty List

‘Totally charming’ EVA VERDE

Reviews

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After years of growing up without much representation in books we have something we can call our own. Witty, full of humour and a tad emotional.

– Bengali Halal Foodie

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I absolutely loved this book! Hooked from the start I couldn’t put it down and took it EVERYWHERE with me. Tasneem blends humour, and heart, and relatable moments.

– Cakeface Makeup

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A breath of fresh air, this original novel explores themes of love and family alongside faith and culture norms. It kept me hooked all the way through!

– Reema, Netgalley

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I was so invested in the storyline. It’s not just about romance, but ambition, drive and making something of yourself. Tasneem did it again!

– Nargis, Amazon

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The book is full of laugh out loud moments, and twists and turns! You can’t predict what happens next. Such a clever and original storyline.

– Yousra, Amazon

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A tribute and love letter to a generation of brown women finding their identity while honouring their culture, faith and traditions.

– Lochislibrary

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This book is perfect if you’re looking for a feel god story about taking chances, embracing change and discovering what really matters in life.

– Amazon Customer

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This book is like a warm hug to all the brown girls out there. The banter in this book, from pop culture to sibling rivalry is executed so well! I am obsessed!

– Reema, Netgalley

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I found Maya’s character very relatable/ It’s funny how a book can come into your life and resonate with so many personal moments. It felt as though Tasneem had tapped into my thoughts and feelings.

– Harpreet, Netgalley

NEWS AND EVENTS

Tasneem Abdur-Rashid makes YA debut at DFB

by admin | Oct 19, 2024 | News and Events

Romantic drama Odd Girl Out has 'all the enticing and familiar angst of romance, friendship and broken families, with a bit of the glitz and glamour of Dubai and grey streets of London thrown in' David Fickling Books has signed Odd Girl Out, a YA romantic drama by...

A Night of Soulfulness: Dar Aminah 10 Year Anniversary

by admin | Sep 19, 2024 | News and Events

You know how sometimes, life can be exhausting and sad and stressful and heavy… …and just rubbish? And then something happens and for a couple of glorious hours, your load is lightened and you experience utter and complete joy and fulfilment? Yesterday was that for...

DAR AMINAH BOOK CLUB

by admin | Aug 21, 2024 | News and Events

Come and celebrate the Dar Amimah Book Club 10 Year Anniversary with myself, Dr Sofia Rehman, Samia Aziz, Imrana Mahmood and Tasneim Zyada. Click here for more information: https://www.culturetrust.com/whats-on/dar-aminah-book-club-10-year-anniversary

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