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The Streets of Baltimore

The Shocking Addiction Memoir of Brandon Novak

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The Streets of Baltimore

By: Joe Frantz
Narrated by: Brandon Novak
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Brandon Novak, an actor known for the films Jackass and Viva La Bam, among others, was a teenage skateboarder, but his lust for heroin led to a junkie’s destiny on the streets of Baltimore.

Arrests, rehabs, and drug-tortured love triangles consumed Novak’s life, until his childhood friend and Jackass alumnus Bam Margera guided him to MTV fame. But Novak’s stardom led him down a self-destructive path that forced him to sculpt his future.

This suspenseful memoir is interspersed with action, humor, and inspiration.

©2020 by Joseph Frantz (P)2023 by Blackstone Publishing
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A great story

This is absolutely incredible, Brandon’s life was a massive wreck but it really is amazing what can happen in life

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Raw and gritty

"Streets of Baltimore" by Brandon Novak and Joe Frantz is an unfiltered masterpiece that captivates from the first page. Novak's raw storytelling paired with Frantz's compelling narrative style creates a poignant exploration of resilience, redemption, and the human spirit. A powerful journey through the streets of addiction and recovery, this book is a must-read, offering profound insights and an unflinching look at the triumph of the human will. An extraordinary collaboration that earns a well-deserved 5/5 stars for its authenticity and impact.

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It wasn't a bad story, it was a gritty read that at times was tough to get through. Kudos to Brandon for getting his life together and helping others.

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Once in a life time story

Loved the heart that Brandon poured into this story, would highly recommend to anyone wanting to listen to some that will keep you coming back for more

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Brandon's honestly is admirable. .

Thanks Brandon for taking the glamour and "coolness" out of drug use/ abuse. Unfortunately his skating talent was never fully realised due to addiction. The amazing thing is through so much loss he has discovered his value in the world. Brandon has inspired others by falling down 1000 times and getting up 1001 times.

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