Playing a twisted game of Russian roulette, David Stoecker sought to end his life by taking a leaden pill from a revolver pressed into his mouth. Enduring a childhood ravaged by abandonment, abuse, molestation, brutal beatings, rape, rejection, and neglect, swallowed in the never-ending hold of addiction with no hope for a way out.
In this raw true-life story, author and notable recovery speaker, David Stoecker shares his radical transformation from a violent, drug, sex, and alcohol-addicted former dope dealer to an inspiring hope dealer.
David Stoecker is an author, speaker, advocate, and expert in the field of recovery. A former clinical counselor, he holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and is the founder of the non-profit Better Life in Recovery. In 2018, David was nationally recognized for his continuing work within the field of recovery by receiving a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMSHA) Voice Award.
"Once and a while you publish a book that's so impactful, you can't wait for everyone to read it. If you're in recovery, this is a great book. If you're not in recovery, it's even better." says Tom Freiling, founder and publisher, Freiling Publishing.
Teaching others that they, too, can have a better life in recovery is David’s passion and work. Inspiring a revolution in recovery through the #HopeDealerMovement, this book is more than a memoir, it is a manual to help those who are struggling with trauma and addiction to thrive through proven steps and strategies for success.
“Hope Dealer” by David Stoecker is available wherever books are sold, for $16.99.
