Showing results for "Anonymous" in Biographies & Memoirs

A no-holds-barred memoir about identity, from a former Hostage Rescue Team sniper who left the FBI on 9/11 only to lose himself, moving deeper into a world of spies. “Imagine if Hunter S. Thompson had been a CIA asset. That’s one way to describe Anonymous Male, whose author, Christopher...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER An up-close portrait of the mind of an addict and a life unraveled by narcotics—a memoir of captivating urgency and surprising humor that puts a human face on the opioid crisis. Tiffany’s story continues in the New York Times bestseller A Clean Mess, available now!...

Welcome to Anonymous, where we speak with those who have been there.Join hosts John and Jason as they sit down with guests who share their unfiltered, no-holds-barred stories of alcoholism, addiction, and recovery. By remaining anonymous, our guests are free to speak the whole truth of their journey: what it was like, what happened, and what it’s like now.These are not just stories of despair; they are testaments to the miracle of a new life. Through laughter, tears, and jaw-dropping honesty, we explore the darkest corners of alcoholism and drug addiction, and the light that can be found in ...

"Barnett's prose style is brassy and cleareyed, with echoes of Anne Lamott." --Beth Macy, The New York Times Book Review "Emotionally devastating and self-aware, this cautionary tale about substance abuse is a worthy heir to Cat Marnell's How to Murder Your Life." --Publishers Weekly (starred...

Who Will Tell My Story? presents an ordinary existence interrupted by unfathomably seismic and unjust events. On the ground during the first months of the assault on Gaza following the events of 7 October, the author of this diary - first published in The Guardian - maps out the physical and psychological terrain of a life under siege.

'The most honest account of addiction I have read. This is an invaluable book'. – Tony Adams. 'I've known the Secret Drug Addict for many years and there is no one better to write about addiction. A must read'. – Neville Southall. What is an addict? Who is susceptible, and why? How can I...

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A few years after the infamous Al Capone fell from grace in 1931, Italian-born gangster Charles “Lucky” Luciano rose to power as the American Mafias lord of vice. With control over gambling, horse races, drug rings, and murder for hire, he manipulated both law enforcement and politicians in St. Tammany Hall, eliminating rival crime lords through intimidation or assassination. New Yorks determined special prosecutor, Tom Dewey, was relentless in his pursuit of Luciano, ultimately convicting him in 1936 for running a lucrative prostitution ring. This compelling book, published in 1954, tells...

Groomed. Gaslighted. Ghosted. They thought they'd found their soulmate. They had no idea he was spying on them. These five motivated, independent women each thought they'd met their perfect partner - someone who shared their values, ambitions and goals. But after a while, in some cases years later, the men started to behave strangely. They disappeared for weeks at a time, saying they needed to go away to clear their heads. Small details about their lives didn't quite fit. Then they vanished, leaving a note saying that the relationship was over.

If you're an addict, NA can help WhatsApp 082 899 8816 National Phoneline 0861 00 6962 Narcotics Anonymous is a free, non-profit fellowship of people for whom drugs have become a major problem. NA’s program is open to addicts of all ages, nationalities, cultures, creed, gender identity, and religions. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using.

Ever lived through something so wild, so unbelievable, or just plain chaotic that it felt like a soap opera? Welcome to Soap Anonymous, the show where real people share the stories you won’t believe actually happened. From jaw-dropping relationship drama and family secrets to workplace madness, paranormal encounters, and everyday plot twists, we cover it all... anonymous, unfiltered, and 100% entertaining. Got a story that sounds too crazy to be real? Send it in, and it might just get featured on the show. Buckle up, it’s about to get messy, mysterious, and totally addictive.

A touching memoir of life with an alcoholic father who secretly works with the CIA, a dark pilgrimage through the valley of depression and addiction, and finding a faith to redeem and a strength to forgive. "This is a record of my life as I remember it—but more importantly, as I felt it." At...

He tells his story AA recovery story by telling many funny stories great humor that inspires lots of identification a classic talk by a great aa speaker - very funny.

The Boyhood of Jesus reimagines the early life of Jesus—from Bethlehem to Nazareth and his visit to the temple at twelve. It emphasizes moral character, innocence, wisdom, and reverence, portraying his upbringing under Mary and Joseph and formative experiences in the temple. Gentle, instructive tone suitable for children.

After Hours Anonymous — with Luna HartWhen the world goes quiet, the truth begins to speak.After Hours Anonymous is a late-night sanctuary where real people share the secrets, confessions, and unspoken moments that shape their lives. Guided by the soothing voice of Luna Hart, each episode invites you into an intimate space where anonymity becomes honesty, and vulnerability becomes connection.These are the stories whispered in the dark — the ones we carry quietly, the ones we’ve never dared to say out loud, the ones that remind us we’re human.No judgment.No names.Just truth, emotion,

This poignant account details the experiences of a dedicated nurse who found herself in France at the outbreak of World War I, serving until May 1915. The narrative, pieced together from her letters home, paints a vivid and at times harrowing picture of the casualties of war during that period. Initially based at the General Hospital in Le Havre, she soon found herself as one of the few sisters working on ambulance trains, ferrying the wounded from front-line Clearing Hospitals to the larger General Hospitals in Boulogne and Le Havre. Toward the end of her tale, she recounts her time at a ...

A heart-stopping story of lies, brutality and fear. British girl Megan Stephens tells the true story of how an idyllic Mediterranean holiday turned into an unimaginable nightmare when she was tricked into becoming a victim of human trafficking and held captive for six years by deception, threats...

Ever wonder what really happens behind the 'Employees Only' door? Every industry has its secrets. We have the files.Welcome to The Anonymous File, the podcast that opens the briefing room on the stories you were never supposed to hear. Each week, we receive confidential intel from anonymous insiders and whistleblowers—former employees who are finally ready to go off the record.Your host is your curator, guiding you through the shocking confessions, clever hacks, and hidden truths of the world's most powerful industries.Want to know the one sentence that guarantees a hotel upgrade? The ...

Matthew Perry was a man who brought joy to millions while quietly enduring unimaginable pain. To the world, he was the quick-witted Chandler Bing, whose one-liners became iconic in television history. But behind the laughs and the charm was a man waging a relentless battle against addiction, self-doubt, and the weight of fame. Matthew Perry: The Tragic Final Act presents a deeply moving exploration of his life—a story of triumph, vulnerability, betrayal, and the legacy he left behind.

Dive into a gripping collection of true tales from the high seas of the nineteenth century, where shipwrecks, mutinies, and life-or-death decisions unfold far from home. Experience the harsh realities of the seafaring life, where adventure meets peril, and the romance of the ocean is painted in stark and brutal strokes. - Summary by Lynne Thompson