Description:
After thirty years of addiction, broken relationships, and self-sabotage, Benton Savage reaches a turning point.
The Stoic Alcoholic is an honest and deeply reflective journey through sobriety, discipline, and personal responsibility. Through daily entries, Savage confronts the habits that nearly destroyed his life while applying timeless Stoic principles to rebuild it one day at a time.
Raw, real, and unfiltered, this book is not just about quitting alcohol. It's about taking control, finding purpose, and choosing a better path forward.
Brief description: Benton Savage's life story is as rich and varied as his lines of writing. His time spent navigating personal changes and traversing the diverse landscapes has indelibly shaped his perspective and literary voice. Today, Benton resides in Fort Walton Beach, Florida where he balances his property management business with his true passion, writing. His daily dedication to capturing his thoughts and experiences on paper is a testament to his unwavering commitment to exploring the complexities of the human condition.His recently released poetry book, FORTUNE COOKIES:100 SAYINGS TO HELP YOU NAVIGATE LIFE'S CHALLENGES, a unique collection of poetic musings that mirrors the paper fortunes found in the heart of a cookie, reached number one on Amazon for new poetry in August 2024. Savage's coming-of-age novel, FREE AND SATISFIED, explores issues with impulsivity, alcohol, and nuances of an interracial relationship, was published in April 2025.Most recently, Savage's thought-provoking book WRONG SIDE OUT became a standout success, earning the distinction of number one in Psychology for new books on Amazon in January 2026, further cementing his reputation as a writer unafraid to explore the depths of the human mind.