Dealing

“The pages turn themselves as Fleming takes us into the belly of the cocaine beast, with a resting pulse in the mid 2000s. Surprisingly, our paths never crossed during our mutual debouched heydays, and I’m torn between wishing they had—and being really fukken grateful they never did. Denise has a style of polished rawness that finds the humor within the darkness. Dealing doesn’t pull anything from the bottom of the deck.” – Charlie Sheen“Man, Dealing hit me hard. Denise tells it straight—owns it, no excuses. She never quits, proving that no matter how rough the streets or the prison walls get, you can turn your life around and make something good out of it. That’s the heart of a true warrior. And damn, she makes it look good. Proud of you, mi hermana.” – Danny Trejo“Thank you, Denise, for sharing your story. We see in you that it’s undeniable that you always have the power to choose yourself, even when you’re at your lowest point.” – Jennie Garth“Whoa, what a ride! Denise’s Dealing proves that mistakes don’t define you. It’s not how many times you get knocked down, it’s how you get back up. She gives back, inspires others, and reminds us all to never lose sight of who we are. It’s real, powerful, and full of heart, just like my lil’ homie, Denise.” – Mario Lopez“Dealing is about learning the hard lessons of life, but more than that, it’s a story of redemption, faith, and rising stronger than before. It’s for anyone who’s been broken, thrown away, then reminded by God that they still matter. Denise and I come from different paths, but we’ve faced similar struggles and are now in a place to give back, mentoring others, proving that your past doesn’t define your future. Through her writing, Denise brings this journey to life in a powerful, unforgettable way. She’s a real one, and I feel truly blessed to know her. God is so good.” – Jeremy Meeks“Denise Fleming’s Dealing is the real deal. Told in a bold narrative, she brings alive the 80s in a way that you feel like you’re there. The music, the movies, and the mischief! What an incredible life story always reflecting back to her loving family and unpeeling the layers to her unique tale. Fleming describes her life experience with much candor and honesty…this book is raw and so reflective. I am so impressed with what Fleming has done with her life. An inspirational and keepsake story for readers who are looking for an incredibly cool book.” – Victoria Gotti“Denise breaks bad and comes clean and you’ll never love her any less. In her distinct Cali, cool girl voice, Denise tells it like it is and had me feeling like I was sitting shotgun next to my ride-or-die on the west coast adventure of a lifetime. With every wrong turn I was yelling, ‘Nooo, don’t do it!’ but holding tight, ready to face the consequences alongside her, knowing Denise would do the same.” – Tara Herrmann, writer and producer of Orange Is the New Black and Glow“We were high-class hustlers and could’ve met in a million fancy joints but instead our stars aligned in The Joint. When Denise arrived at the prison camp, it was like drinking water from a fresh running brook on a sweltering day. Unlike 99 percent of autobiographies, Denise backs it up. Few women have what it takes to go blindly into the abyss.” – Heidi Fleiss“It is a very poignant and important cautionary tale. It’s full of heart, soul, remorse, and courage…All Denise!” – Stephanie and Chuck Roven, Atlas Entertainment

Denise Trigo-Fleming is a California native, prison reform advocate, media producer, and CEO of the public relations and marketing firm Look Los Angeles. She also owns Love Me Nutrition, a supplement company that promotes wellness and gives back to the community. Denise resides in the Hollywood Hills with her husband, talent manager Dave Fleming, and their two children, Radley and Paloma. She enjoys traveling and cooking recipes that transport her to summer days spent on the coast of Italy with her family. Dealing is her first book.