About Saudi Champagne:
Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, is hardly known as a “gay haven”, and John certainly didn’t think so. At least at first.
When his partner persists in moving there, he decides to end the matter once and for all by finding proof about how horrible life there can be.
After thorough research, however, he finds no evidence of beheadings of queer people. What he does find are testimonies of how good life can be, as long as they keep their sexuality hidden, a skill John has mastered.
What’s in store for a gay couple and their son when they move from the U.S. to Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Champagne tells one man’s personal journey of letting go of bad habits, finding passion, accepting a different culture, and being brave enough to make mistakes.
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Author Bio:
Nadia Sakkal grew up in Saudi Arabia, where her parents’ interreligious marriage had to stay secret. When she pretended to be Christian in Ramadan and Muslim in Lent to avoid fasting, her classmates discovered her secret, and their innocent questions only made her more confused about who she was. Nadia is still on a journey of self-discovery and has written this book for anyone who’s ever had to keep their identity hidden and to celebrate friends and family who’ve accepted them the way they are. Make sure to show her some love on Instagram and TikTok (@ifyouwannabemywriter).