"Anita and Me" is a semi-autobiographical novel by Meera Syal that explores the life of a young British-Indian girl named Meena Kumar. Set in the 1970s in Wolverhampton, the story highlights her experiences growing up in a multicultural environment, navigating her Indian heritage while trying to fit in with her British peers. The narrative focuses on Meena's friendship with a local girl named Anita, who introduces her to a different lifestyle. Through their adventures, Meena grapples with issues of identity, race, and belonging, ultimately discovering the importance of embracing her cultural roots.