14 best books on addictions

Here are some notable books on addiction:

1. "Dry" by Augusten Burroughs: This memoir by Augusten Burroughs explores his journey through alcoholism and addiction, offering a darkly humorous yet poignant look at his experiences as a writer and entertainer.

2. "Beautiful Boy: A Father's Journey Through His Son's Addiction" by David Sheff: David Sheff's memoir chronicles his son's struggles with addiction and his own emotional journey as a father trying to help his child overcome substance abuse.

3. "Tweak: Growing Up on Methamphetamines" by Nic Sheff: This is the companion memoir to "Beautiful Boy," written by Nic Sheff, who provides his perspective on addiction and his battle with methamphetamine addiction.

4. "The Night of the Gun" by David Carr: In this memoir, David Carr, a renowned journalist, details his own struggle with addiction, offering a brutally honest and journalistic account of his experiences.

5. "Go Ask Alice" by Anonymous: This fictionalized diary-style book tells the story of a teenage girl who spirals into drug addiction.While it's a work of fiction, it has been used as an educational tool to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse.

6. "Junky" by William S. Burroughs: A classic in the realm of addiction literature, William S. Burroughs' semi-autobiographical novel explores his own experiences with heroin addiction and the counterculture of the 1950s.

7. "A Million Little Pieces" by James Frey: This controversial memoir recounts the author's battle with addiction and his experiences in rehab. While it faced controversy over its accuracy, it remains a compelling story of recovery.

8. "Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America’s Greatest Tragedy" by David Sheff: Another book by David Sheff, "Clean" delves into the broader issue of addiction in America, offering insights into the science of addiction and potential solutions.

9. "Blackout: Remembering the Things we Drank to Forget" by Sarah Hepola: In this memoir, Sarah Hepola discusses her relationship with alcohol and her struggles with alcoholism, offering a raw and relatable narrative.

10. "The Recovering: Intoxication and Its Aftermath" by Leslie Jamison: This book blends memoir, cultural history, and literary analysis to explore the relationship between addiction and creativity, featuring the stories of famous writers and artists.

These books cover a range of perspectives on addiction, from personal memoirs to broader examinations of the topic. They offer valuable insights into the challenges of addiction and recovery within the context of actors, entertainers, arts, literature, biographies, and memoirs.