The Dry Challenge

The definitive guide to giving up booze. It made me want to put down the wine and join the movement. – Dan Wakeford, People

An intentional, well-researched, and hilarious read about a simple, effective, and purposeful way to keep happy, gain a few hours a day, and even save a couple of bucks. – Raakhee Mirchandani, Dow Jones

The Dry Challenge makes the daunting prospect of giving up alcohol for a month seem like a manageable–and even fun!–endeavor, with major upsides. – Matt Sullivan, InTouch Weekly

The Dry Challenge isn’t just an enjoyable read but an easy-to-follow roadmap for those in search of a full-body reset, both physical and mental. Full of optimism (and gasp-worthy facts!), Hilary Sheinbaum’s book skillfully explains why backing off booze for 31 days isn’t such a bad idea. – Evan Real, The Hollywood Reporter

As someone who’s tried–and failed–at Dry January many times over the last few years, this is the book I’ve been waiting for. The Dry Challenge is relatable, non-judgmental, and–most importantly–dedicates an entire chapter to how to date without alcohol. I can’t wait until next Dry January, which with the help of this book I think will finally be my most successful one yet. – Zoe Weiner, Well+Good

An easy-to-sip guide that helps you abstain from alcohol for a month–or longer…a fun look at what readers can gain by setting down the glass. – Washington Post

Regardless of your habits, you’re likely to find ways to make a sober month a fun challenge with friends, rather than a slog, after reading journalist Hilary Sheinbaum’s new book, The Dry Challenge. Here, you’ll find prompts, checklists, mocktail recipes, and more to keep you motivated during a sober month. – Salon.com

…this entertaining how-to will convince you of the benefits–and joys!–of a month without drinking. – People

After doing a lot of eating and drinking this holiday season, who couldn’t use a good detox! Check out Hilary Sheinbaum’s book The Dry Challenge when looking for nonalcoholic fun. – InTouch Weekly

Journalist Hilary Sheinbaum has been a (4x) Dry January participant and advocate since 2017. Covering food & beverage, health & fitness, beauty & lifestyle, entertainment, weddings and more, her trend and profile pieces have appeared in the New York Times, USA Today, Marie Claire, and Travel + Leisure, Today.com, and Yahoo!, amNew York and many other outlets. Hilary has been featured as an entertainment and lifestyle expert on Inside Edition, CBS, Fox & Friends, and more. The former South Floridian graduated from the University of Florida. She currently lives in New York City.