...The memoir charts his life as a "singer, lyricist, writer and occasional actor", his friendship with musician Morrissey and his relocation to Spain.
Paul Burston, Chair of the judges, said: "The judges felt that Autofellatio stood out with its humour, honesty and heartfelt exploration of British queer life over the last 30 years.
"It deals with the hardships of growing up gay in a way that is witty, endlessly quotable and, above all, brave.
"The hard-won wisdom and tenacity of this story is also reflected in the way in which the book evolved. Self-published as an ebook, it has now been picked up by an independent publisher.
"The judges also agreed that the winning book best exemplified the spirit of the prize and the ethos of Polari."...
