The Sober Diaries: The Hilarious and Brave Memoir that is Helping People to Quit Drinking

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THE FUNNY, INSPIRATIONAL MEMOIR THAT SHOWS YOU HOW TO STOP DRINKING AND START LIVING - BY THE AUTHOR OF THE AUTHENTICITY PROJECT

'The best 'quit-lit' on the market' - Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'An excellent book. It will help a lot of people' - Lorraine Kelly

With a highly successful career in advertising, Clare Pooley never expected to find herself an overweight, depressed, middle-aged mother of three who was drinking more than a bottle of wine a day, and spending her evenings Googling, 'Am I an alcoholic?'

This is the bravely honest and hilariously funny story of a year in Clare's life. A year that started with her quitting booze and then being given the devastating diagnosis of breast cancer. By the end of the year she is booze and cancer-free, two-stone lighter and with a life that is richer and more rewarding than ever before.

Interwoven with Clare's story is research and answers to questions such as: How do I know if I'm drinking too much? How will I cope at parties? What do I say to friends and family? How do I cope with cravings? What if my partner still drinks?

Readers are loving The Sober Diaries:

'Clare's book has supported me on most mornings through my first 20 days of sobriety and I could not be more grateful.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Absolutely amazing book. I found myself relating to everything she says. It's so real, and down to earth, and honest. Definitely helped me to make some big changes I know I needed to. Thank you Clare!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Inspirational. Such an amazing read. Thoroughly enjoyed and could related to a lot of the journey Clare experienced. Thank you for being brave enough to share and help support others.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

THE FUNNY, INSPIRATIONAL MEMOIR THAT SHOWS YOU HOW TO STOP DRINKING AND START LIVING - BY THE AUTHOR OF THE AUTHENTICITY PROJECT 'The best 'quit-lit' on the market' - Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An excellent book. It will help a lot of people' - Lorraine Kelly With a highly successful career in advert...

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27 reviews
Naomi Novak
November 25, 2025
This is a great book. Honestly, all the talk about wine made me want some (not good for someone who no longer drinks- I also am not good with moderation) but I got by w a Red Bull and later some Coke Zero. The book is incredible. I really enjoyed her putting herself out there like that.
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Katrina Veldhuizen
September 24, 2022
I loved the book and every word that is it in. I have to admit I don't like reading so it took my a while to finish, but I kept coming back to it! I recommend it 100% even for those that are not going to change any drinking habits. love love love!
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Linda Aguilar
May 16, 2023
Raw honesty, fun and entertaining.Very motivating!
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About the author

Clare Pooley graduated from Newnham College, Cambridge and spent twenty years in the heady world of advertising before becoming a full-time mum. Clare lives in Fulham, London with her long-suffering husband, three children, dog and a cupboard filled with alcohol-free beer.
Clare is the author of the hugely popular blog, Mummy was a Secret Drinker, under the pseudonym Sober Mummy.

Clare Pooley graduated from Newnham College, Cambridge and spent twenty years in the heady world of advertising before becoming a full-time mum. Clare lives in Fulham, London with her long-suffering husband, three children, dog and a cupboard filled with alcohol-free beer. Clare is the author of ...

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