This American woman a one-in-a-billion memoir

Zarna, labeled "too American" in her Indian childhood for being outspoken and curious, escaped an arranged marriage at 14 and eventually landed in Akron, Ohio. There, she explored various roles--from lawyer to screenwriter--before discovering her true calling in stand-up comedy, where her bold voice...

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Main Author: Garg, Zarna (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Ballantine Books, [2025]
Edition:First edition.
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