Part autobiography, part self-help

Sarah Millican is to release her first book in October.

The title – provisionally called How To Be Champion  – is described as ‘part autobiography, part self-help, part confession, part celebration of being a common-or-garden woman, part collection of synonyms for nunny.’

Publishers Trapeze say: ‘How To Be Champion delves into her super normal life with daft stories, funny tales and proper advice on how to get past life's blips - like being good at school but not good at friends, the excitement of Irritable Bowel Syndrome and how to blossom post-divorce.

‘If you've ever worn glasses at the age of six, worn an off-the-shoulder gown with no confidence, been contacted by an old school bully, lived in your childhood bedroom in your thirties, been gloriously dumped in a Frankie and Benny's, cried so much you felt great, been for a romantic walk with a dog, worn leggings two days in a row even though they smelt of wee from a distance, then this is your book.’

Publisher Anna Valentine, who bought the rights from Millican’s agent Hannah Chambers, said: ‘Sarah Millican is one of the greatest comedians of her generation, and I’ve been a huge fan ever since seeing her debut show in 2008. 

‘For years I’ve written to Hannah hoping to convince Sarah to put pen to paper, but she’s admirably waited until the time felt right. Well, I’m now so incredibly thrilled that she’s ready to tell her story, and that she’s chosen Trapeze to do it justice. 

‘Sarah’s world, where a cup of tea in the bath is the ultimate in luxury, and a relaxing Friday night means taking her bra off in front of the telly, is one that we can all relate to, and I know her book will delight her legion of fans that have waited so long to read it.’

Preorder the book here.

Published: 6 Mar 2017