Sadia Azmat is a British Asian stand-up comedian and writer from East London. Through a chance encounter with a comedian in a call centre, she was introduced to the circuit, and now she is a regular stand-up. In 2018 Sadia launched her critically acclaimed BBC podcast 'No Country For Young Women' which was named as one of the 'Best audio 2018' by the Observer and Apple's Top picks for 2018. Sex Bomb is her first book.
Honest. Much needed. I was surprised several times... it's a very respectable book in many ways. A logical move from stand-up to autobiography -- Frank Skinner bold and honest... a memoir that is sure to bring you some warmth and joy * Bustle * Thought-provoking, educational and funny * Tim Lovejoy * Sex Bomb is so hilarious, raw and poignant. I couldn't put it down! * Jena Friedman * Sex Bomb brims with vulnerability, patience and a refreshing mix of confidence and empathy. Frankly, it's impossible not to come away from this book feeling richer, smarter and honoured to have been let into Sadia's world. Sex Bomb is a privilege and a joy to read, and everybody you've ever met should read it. * Anne T. Donahue * Sadia Azmat raises complex, consequential matters with a lightness of touch. Sex Bomb is an easy read as she reflects candidly and boldly on her experiences and the factors that led to them. * Chortle * wickedly entertaining -- Anna Bonnet, Best Non-Fiction Picks of 2022 * i * Refreshing, candid, hilarious and necessary. -- Sarah Malik A hilarious, courageous and compelling read that explores the complicated relationship between culture, religion, identity and sexuality within the British Asian community. A must read for those who have lived it, and for those who haven't. -- Anita Bhagwandas