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SPECIAL PRAISE FOR Acrobaddict

“Joey Putignano tells a harrowing story of a life redeemed at great cost. Try as you follow his words to picture the events—for this is a movie and must be seen to be believed.”

Twyla Tharp

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“You will not read a more candid book this year. Prepare to be frightened and taken to the depths of despair and then lifted up triumphantly. It is never too late to hit the reset button on your life—that is what you are about to learn from Joe Putignano. He is equally adept at taking you through the remarkable journey of his own terrible addiction as he is in the world of acrobatics, descending from the Cirque du Soleil big top as a human mirror ball—the figurative spark of change in humanity.

This raw and emotional tale is a roller coaster through the depths of addiction, tragedy, hard work, and redemption that truly reflects Joe’s spirit and determination to stay clean in a world where he is surrounded by temptation. It is proof that with hard work, anything is possible.”

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

CNN Chief Medical Correspondent

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“Acrobaddict isn’t just another book about someone who has been to hell and back. Rather, it brings the reader into the emotional world of the addict and the step-by-step process toward an ever-elusive recovery. What I admire about Joe Putignano’s story is the way he drives the reader down the highway of life with exits of temptation along the way. Sometimes you get off on one of those exits, but in the end you find the on-ramp to recovery.”

Mark Lund

Film Producer/Director

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“Joe Putignano’s story of survival and hope against incredible odds is compelling. Understanding what drove him to drugs and, more incredibly, how he has successfully fought and continues to fight his demons, is the ‘cautionary tale’ that must be shared with everyone. I have had the pleasure of photographing Joe on several occasions, and it has always struck me how his stoicism clearly translates into all his images. His has not been an easy path, but, having witnessed his bravery and fortitude of character, it is one that I find inspiring.”

Mike Ruiz

Celebrity Photographer