From Vodka to Coffee: I Had to Get Sober or Stay Broke

By Derrick Ellis

In reading this book entitled from VODKA TO COFFEE "I HAD TO GET SOBER OR STAY BROKE!" The reader will venture with comedian Derrick Ellis as he goes from drinking heavy to not drinking at all. He will give you tips on how he got sober and how he managed to run a sober business. The book will also inspire one to go after your dreams. Mr. Ellis shows you in his third of a four book series, how alcohol almost bankrupted him and destroyed his dream of becoming a successful comedian and entrepreneur. The book will give you insight on changing your life situation and improving your self-esteem. This book will explore the whole notion of Patience. How patience is so important in life when pursuing ones goals. Also, how working hard pays off. Working hard is just part of having a successful life. You should have a vision and do not let anyone obstruct that vision. Also, when times are hard the book talks about moving forward as well as pushing the envelope in life. The book warns you about being aware of your surroundings and not letting people allow you to loose focus on your mission through negative comments and suggestions. This book is Mr. Ellis third book he has written. He wrote it for people around the world to read because it's an inspirational and motivational book with a taste of realization. I like to end by saying, after reading this book hopefully you will see how obstacles don't stop nothing when you are willing and focused on being successful in life. They are just a part of things you have to experience before becoming successful. For more helpful books by Derrick Ellis log onto www.derrickellisbooks.com "where reading is exciting!"

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Jun 22, 2010
• ISBN: 9781452023847

Derrick Ellis

Derrick Ellis is a seasoned touring stand-up comedian. He works comedy clubs all over the country. Mr. Ellis has written four other books. This is his first collection of horror stories. He resides in Los Angeles, CA where he enjoys helping the youth. For more information on him log on to www.derrickellisbooks.com or www.funnywearclothing.com.

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FROM VODKA TO COFFEE:

I HAD TO GET SOBER OR STAY BROKE

DERRICK ELLIS

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© 2010 Derrick Ellis. All rights reserved.

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First published by AuthorHouse 6/14/2010

ISBN: 978-1-4520-2384-7 (e)

ISBN: 978-1-4520-2383-0 (sc)

Contents

Introduction

Acknowledgments

About The Author

Part 1

I Suffer From Alcoholism

Part 2

Alcoholism Doesn’t Discriminate

Part 3

Aa Works For Me

Part 4

Coffee Over Vodka

Part 5

The Coffee House

Part 6

I Had To Change

Part 7

Have Goals In Life

Part 8

Have Self-Esteem

Part 9

Having Character

Part 10

Happiness Now That I’m Sober

Part 11

Running A Sober Business Now

Part 12

Having Inspiration

Part 13

Having Gratitude

Part 14

Patience

Part 15

Surrender And Acceptance

Part 16

Respect For Yourself And Others

Part 17

Get Rid Of Those Resentments

Part 18

Loving Yourself (8 Good Reasons

To Love Yourself)

Part 19

Working Hard Pays Off

Part 20

Determination

(Success Is A Matter Of Determination)

Part 21

Willing And The Definition Of Ethics

Part 22

Having A Vision

Part 23

Being Humble Can Take You

A Long Way

Part 24

Responsibility (It’s All On You)

Part 25

Keep Moving Forward

Part 26

Push The Envelope

Part 27

What Do I Really Mean By (Get Sober Or Stay Broke)

Part 28

Being Aware Of Your Surroundings

Part 29

Life Without A Drink

INTRODUCTION

In reading this book entitled from VODKA TO COFFEE I HAD TO GET SOBER OR STAY BROKE! The reader will venture with comedian Derrick Ellis as he goes from drinking heavy to not drinking at all. He will give you tips on how he got sober and how he manage to run a sober business. The book will also inspire one to go after your dreams. Mr. Ellis shows you in his third of a four book series, how alcohol almost bankrupted him and destroyed his dream of becoming a successful comedian and entrepreneur. The book will give you insight on changing your life situation and improving your self-esteem. This book will explore the whole notion of Patience. How patience is so important in life when pursuing ones goals. Also, how working hard pays off. Working hard is just part of having a successful life. You should have a vision and do not let anyone obstruct that vision. Also, when times are hard the book talks about moving forward as well as pushing the envelope in life. The book warns you about being aware of your surroundings and not letting people allow you to loose focus on your mission through negative comments and suggestions. This book is Mr. Ellis third book he has written. He has written it for people around the world to read because it’s an inspirational and motivational book with a taste of realization. He suffered from alcoholism but by God Grace it was lifted from him and he has lived a sober life every since Sept 10, 2007. I like to end by saying, after reading this book hopefully you will see how obstacles don’t stop nothing when you are willing and focused on being successful in life. They are just a part of things you have to experience before becoming successful. Tell someone about the book and for more information on exciting and helpful books log on to WWW.DERRICKELLISBOOKS.COM . Also, for questions and comments, email us at [e-mail] or [e-mail] . Hope you enjoy the book!

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

I’d first and foremost would like to thank my Heavenly Father for allowing me to live life sober. He has brought me from a mighty long way. Also, I’d like to thank all my friend in A. A. for supporting me in my comedy career. I like to thank Lisa for supporting my comedy career as well as painting that beautiful Comedy and Coffee picture. Also, thanks to everyone who’s article was presented in this Inspirational and Motivational Book. I like to send a shot out to my daughter Ebony and my mother Gloria Ellis. Thanks to Clifton for making a brother work hard in life. I’d also like to thank J. Anthony Brown for believing in a brother and allowing me to perform my stand-up comedy act at the hottest Comedy Club in Los Angeles, CA. I’d like to thank Starbucks Coffee House for allowing me to put on the Comedy and Coffee Production inside of its facility. I’d like to send a shot out to some good friends, Karif and Dwayne. I’d like to send another shot out to my Amigo brother for a great drawing. I’d also like to thank Ray Floyd and www.jussray.com for bringing my vision of my book cover to Life. You are truly one hell of a graphic designer! If I missed anybody, I like to say thanks! Look for the new Novel by Derrick Ellis coming soon! For more books on Motivation, Inspiration, Sobriety, and Humor log on to www.derrickellisbooks.com providing books that matter. God Bless!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

COMEDIAN/ACTOR/CLOTHING DESIGNER/ENTREPRENEUR/AUTHOR: Derrick Ellis is a seasoned touring stand-up comedian. He works concert halls and comedy clubs all over the country. He has been featured on BET’S COMIC VIEW for nine seasons as well as HBO’S DEF COMEDY JAM for one season. Also, Mr. Ellis has been featuring in two motion picture entitled TEARS OF A CLOWN & HOLLYWOOD VIXENS. Derrick has two recorded comedy Cd’s out entitled TALKING NOISE & DERRICK ELLIS PRESENTS COMEDY AND MUSIC.

CLOTHING DESIGNER: Derrick started a clothing company called FUNNY WEAR, it was established in 2004. He later went on to start a product line where he sells novelty coffee mugs and his own designed watches. Also, he has started an upscale line of clothing called FUNNY WEAR BLACK AND WHITE LINE. Mr. Ellis recently incorporated his company (DERRICK ELLIS ENTERPRISES & FUNNY WEAR CLOTHING, INC.).

ENTREPRENEUR: With Mr. Ellis business mind he has launched WWW.URBANCOMEDYDOLLS.COM in which he will showcase the urban comic in a doll like fashion. He’s the first doll to be featured. Also, Derrick has launched his DERRICK ELLIS’S COMEDY AND COFFEE HOUSE where he features upcoming and veteran comics doing clean stand-up comedy in a coffee house setting as well as sell novelty coffee products.

AUTHOR: This is Mr. Ellis third book out of a four book series (FROM VODKA TO COFFEE I HAD TO GET SOBER OR STAY BROKE!). His first book was entitled FROM SELLING DOLLAR COMEDY TICKETS TO STARTING MY OWN CLOTHING AND PRODUCT LINE HOW I GOT GHETTO RICH IN THE STREETS and his second book is entitled: I WANT TO LAUGH. You may purchase Derrick’s books at WWW.DERRICKELLISBOOKS.COM. Also, you can log on to WWW.FUNNYWEARCLOTHING.COM and check out his clothing and watch line. If you would like for Derrick to visit you Middle School, High School, College, or Corporation for book signing or lecturing, email us at [e-mail] or [e-mail]. Also, if you would like to book Comedian Derrick Ellis for comedy concerts and comedy clubs log on to WWW.COMEDIANDERRICKELLIS.COM.

Part 1

I Suffer From Alcoholism