Permanent Midnight

Jerry Stahl's memoir, Permanent Midnight, chronicles his journey from a middle-class upbringing to a successful career in Hollywood, all while battling a severe heroin addiction. The book exposes the stark contrast between his public achievements as a writer for popular TV shows and his private life consumed by drugs and self-destruction. Stahl recounts his daily struggle, navigating between the glamour of the entertainment industry and the grim reality of his addiction, ultimately leading to a personal reckoning.