Andrew Culkin has been to hell and back. After a 25-year marriage to the love of his life, he powerfully delivers a first-hand account of the slow and grueling demise of his wife, who fell into the deep throes of alcoholism until her passing. The pain, sadness and horror are all grippingly documented in this raw and revealing memoir that will shock, educate and resonate with the millions of people who struggle with alcoholism personally or someone they love. “Amanda, A Cautionary Tale of Alcoholism” is a gripping page-turner that aims to destigmatize this treacherous disease that remains in the shadows. Culkin’s mission is for families to feel empowered to seek help without shame. Andrew Culkin is the creator of An Alcoholic in the Family which is designed to coach families so they can recognize symptoms of addiction and then provide ways to get into action to save a loved one’s life before it’s too late.