Three People. One Mission.

For years, addiction stole moments from our lives.

It stole birthdays, Trust, Peace in our homes.

And sometimes… hope.

But recovery gave us something back:

the chance to help other families feel less alone.

Meet The Team :

Dave Murphy - For over 25 years Dave battled severe alcohol addiction (triggered in part by surviving a stabbing in 1994 that left him with PTSD). He was nearly 400 lbs and drinking heavily while trying to be a dad. Sobriety changed everything, and now he and Amanda use their lived experience to help other families.

Amanda Panchuk - who has been in recovery for 16 and a half years, overcoming addiction, and rebuilding her life with courage and purpose. She is passionate about the idea of helping others by sharing her own personal experiences and believes in the heart and purpose of this project and the hope it will bring to families struggling with addiction. Dave and Amanda met through Dave's second book In the Heart of the forest"

Benjamin LeBrun, better known by his artist name Burger the Ripper, is a Montréal based rapper and writer. After spending years battling addiction and growing up surrounded by the generational effects of substance abuse, Benjamin ultimately broke the cycle and has remained sober for over 17 years., better known by his artist name Burger the Ripper, is a Montréal based rapper and writer. After spending years battling addiction and growing up surrounded by the generational effects of substance abuse, Benjamin ultimately broke the cycle and has remained sober for over 17 years.

But this project is bigger than just books.

When the Clouds Come Home A gentle children’s book series for kids who love someone struggling with addiction.

In the Dad Version, young Liam and his dad share sunny days of forts, bikes, and belly laughs, until the “cloudy days” arrive.

In the Mom Version, Ellie and her mom dance in fuzzy socks and share pancake mornings… until the clouds roll in. Through honest conversations with a caring aunt or uncle, both children learn the same powerful truth:

Addiction is an illness — not their fault.

They can’t fix it.

They still deserve safe hugs, kind words, warm meals, and people who care.

Beautifully illustrated stories that show kids the sun is always behind the clouds. Hope, healing, and love can grow one day at a time.

Perfect for ages 4–9 and the grown-ups who love them.

100% of royalties earned from When the Clouds Come Home will be donated to:

addiction recovery centers

hospitals

schools

and organizations helping families impacted by addiction.

When all language versions of the book go up for sale online 100% of royalties will go back into ordering more copies to donate.

Our goal is to raise $5,000 to cover:

Each book costs approximately $5 to produce, and our dream is to place these stories directly into the hands of families who need them most.

We’re also inviting the community to become part of this mission.

Donation Perks :

Individual :

You can sponsor a copy in memory of a loved one lost to addiction for $20. On the back page of the book it will have "In loving memory of....."

For a $50 donation you can have your business name placed on the back page of donated copies as a supporter of recovery and healing. "This copy has been sponsored by... (COMPANY NAME)

For a $250 company or personal donation you will get 10 copies with your company name on the back page as well as a tag on all social media platforms with a combined reach of 100k-500k monthly (X, Instagram, Facebook & Tik Tok)

From three people who survived addiction…

to families still finding their way through the clouds.

Thank you for believing in hope.

Thank you for helping us bring these books home.

When the Clouds Come Home

Because even the darkest clouds do not last forever.

NOTE : This book will also be available in Hindi, Punjabi, French, Tagalog, Metis, and several other languages.

Feel free to reach out : [email redacted]

Thank you.

Dave, Amanda & Ben.