Hello, I'm Charles Leonhardt
Charles Leonhardt was born and raised in Lexington, North Carolina. After facing the harsh realities of addiction and personal loss, he began a powerful journey of transformation that would shape both his life and his writing. Now living in Boise, Idaho, Charles shares his story of recovery, resilience, and renewal through his debut book, Ashes to Apex. His mission is to inspire others to rise from their lowest points and find purpose, peace, and strength in sobriety.
Ashes to Apex
Ashes to Apex is the raw, unfiltered story of one man's journey through the darkness of addiction and into the light of recovery. Charles Leonard pulls no punches as he shares the pain, struggle, and chaos that came with losing everything— family, faith, and self-worth. But this book isn't just about destruction—it's about rebirth.
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Through personal reflection, hard-earned lessons, and a relentless pursuit of change, Charles rebuilds his life one small decision at a time. From learning to trust again to rediscovering purpose through sobriety, stoicism, and faith, Ashes to Apex is a beacon of hope for anyone who believes they're too far gone.
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