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Dreams Drowned in Wine
A Memoir
Jo Kelly’s dream was to be a famous jazz singer, but instead, she became a stripper, owning her own burlesque club in Sydney, Australia. In Dreams Drowned in Wine, she reveals her transformation from troubled business woman and party girl to spiritual seeker, on a quest for sobriety and healing.
After a failed gig with famous jazz trumpeter James Morrison, Kelly built a million-dollar cabaret business with her trusty friend, alcohol, by her side. She had it all and partied hard, riding the wave of success and excess. But it couldn’t last. She crashed and burned into rehab on her fortieth birthday with singed sequins, broken stilettos, and drowned dreams.
Sobriety was a rude awakening as she crawled from the ashes in search of sanity and freedom from addiction. She struggled through AA, meditated in India, and drank Ayahuasca medicine in the Amazon jungle. Did she find what she was looking for? In this memoir, Kelly shares her true story and her new and different life beyond booze.
The Author
Jo Kelly is an award-winning singer-songwriter, performer and teacher.
Find out more at www.cafemantramusic.com.
Buy the Book
From jazz dreams to burlesque glory, Jo Kelly chronicles her tumultuous journey of transformation in Dreams Drowned in Wine. Follow her on the path to sobriety, healing, and newfound freedom.
Reviews
“A raw truth” – Sandy Jacka
“I was riveted. I couldn’t put the book down” – Sharon, Reading Haven Book Club
“Courageous and truthful with the humorous tones and heart felt vibes that is your personality.” – Jayne Rutherford
“You are a great writer Jo, and it’s a big story to share…good on you!” – Glenda Francis
“Appreciate your raw “tell it how it is” honesty in this book Jo – its an eye opener into a different world. Well done on making it so readable.” – Shel Martin
“What an incredible roller coaster ride! Thank you for sharing this part of your incredible journey.” – Julie Daniel
