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

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Desperate in Dubai

The UAE’s Answer to Desperate Housewives – Timeout Dubai

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The Thirty Before Thirty List

‘Totally charming’ EVA VERDE

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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

AUTHOR VISIT TO HORNSEY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

AUTHOR VISIT TO HORNSEY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS

by | Dec 10, 2025 |

Still pinching myself after my visit to Hornsey School for Girls last Friday - my old secondary school and the place where so much of who I am began. Honestly, teenage me would never have believed that one day I’d be invited back as an author. She’d assume I was lost...

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Short story: Speed Dating at the Mosque 

Short story: Speed Dating at the Mosque 

by | Aug 24, 2024

I’ve always struggled with writing short stories and I have the utmost respect for writers who are able to write them. It takes so much skill, being able to condense an entire story into a few hundred words! If you’ve followed my journey for a while, you’ll know that...

***BOOK REVIEW*** Hidden Fires by  Sairish Hussain

***BOOK REVIEW*** Hidden Fires by  Sairish Hussain

by | Aug 19, 2024

I’d been wanting to read this book for ages, and was thrilled when I discovered it in @readwithsamia goodie bags from @thediversebookshelfpod second anniversary event - I was like YES, I’m gonna take this on holiday with me (despite the fact that it weighs 2kg and...

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