For the second fictional book of Zero Proof Book Club, Shelley and Jackie talk about “The Boatbuilder” and its message of anchoring oneself through meditation, the “marijuana question” in alcohol sobriety, and how to get comfortable with being uncomforta.

The funny and poignant essays in “Nothing Good Can Come from This” lead Shelley and Jackie through a discussion of alcoholism in foodie culture, how to feel not-lame at parties as a sober person, enjoying summer sober, and the ways alcoholic excess paral.

As “Sober Curious” gains international acclaim (and sober circle disdain), Shelley and Jackie discuss evolving the lexicon of sobriety, the pros and cons of a semi-abstinent drinking, and why being sober certain was a better choice for both of them.

As Shelley and Jackie try not to judge “Judgement Detox” too harshly, they use this Gabby Bernstein self-help book as a launch pad for how judgement influenced their drinking and what they struggle with in sobriety—judging others, their past selves, and .

Shelley and Jackie talk about Augusten Burroughs’ hilarious memoir “Dry,” while contemplating AA, memoirs by men vs. women, dry drunks, and the term “alcoholic.”

Though probably their least favorite read so far, “Drink” gives Shelley and Jackie a lot to talk about in terms of women and drinking. They cover topics of motherhood, assault, feminism, hope, and more.

What does a vulnerability expert have to say about imperfection? Shelley and Jackie dig into this Brene Brown classic and apply it to the genuine self-reflection required in sobriety.

Shelley and Jackie discuss falling in love with “Drinking: A Love Story” and why this addiction memoir changed the genre forever. That it continues to be one of the most recommended books for drinkers thinking about quitting is a testament to its honesty.

Have you ever blacked out when drinking? The memoir “Blackout” offers an all-too-relatable tale of drinking into darkness. Shelley and Jackie talk about binging, blacking out, sex, and more.

“Lit” is Mary Karr’s gorgeous, painful memoir about her alcoholism and recovery. Shelley and Jackie talk about telling the truth in sobriety, memory, anxiety, motherhood, spirituality, and more.