Books by David Garcia
Memoirs about addiction, recovery, fatherhood, and the work of rebuilding a life after survival.
Olive Oil
How My 6-Year-Old Accidentally Saved My Life from Alcoholism
A raw, deeply personal memoir about alcoholism, fatherhood, and the moment a six-year-old daughter unknowingly helped her father confront the life he was destroying.
Living After
A Memoir of Recovery, Fatherhood, and Finding Meaning in the Ordinary
A memoir about what comes after sobriety—the emotional reckoning, damaged relationships, difficult amends, and ongoing work of building a meaningful life in recovery.
What Amazon Readers Are Saying About Olive Oil
“I couldn’t put it down once I started reading.”
— Sam Rod, verified Amazon purchaser
“It shows what addiction truly looks like—the denial, the damage, and the slow, steady work of rebuilding yourself.”
— Joy, Amazon reviewer
“David captures the nuances of the recovery journey with such clarity and heart.”
— Debjani, Amazon reviewer