Life as a Unicorn

"Life as a Unicorn" is a poignant and humorous memoir chronicling Amrou's journey to self-acceptance as they navigate their identity from a god-fearing Muslim boy to a bold queer drag queen. The narrative, marked by both heartbreak and laughter, reveals Amrou's struggle for belonging and the search for authenticity in a world that challenges their true self. Winner of the Polari First Book Prize 2020 and a Somerset Maugham Award, this memoir offers a candid exploration of love, identity, and the courage to embrace one's uniqueness.