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Katya Dunko

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Katya Dunko is the author of I Drank From the Nile, a haunting memoir of resilience, motherhood, and rebirth that spans four countries and one woman’s escape from Egypt in search of freedom and self-worth.

Written for anyone who has ever felt trapped in the past or believed the life they dreamed of was out of reach, Katya’s story explores generational trauma, hidden addiction, and the courage it takes to rebuild after losing everything. It is a reminder that no matter how far you’ve fallen, or how distant a new beginning may seem, there is always a way out—and a way home to yourself.

She writes what most people hide, turning pain into power and survival into art.

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Seeing over 2,000 readers add I Drank From the Nile to their shelves means more to me than I can say. As an indie author, your support made my seven-year writing journey so worthwhile — every late night, every draft, every moment of doubt suddenly feels worth it knowing this story reached you.

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Katya Dunko made a comment on Abigail’s review of I Drank From The Nile: An Unbreakable Memoir of Resilience " Thank you Abigail! So grateful for the opportunity to discuss the memoir with you on your channel. I hope your book club readers also enjoyed the book ...more "
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Katya Dunko made a comment on Djenane Nakhle’s review of I Drank From The Nile: An Unbreakable Memoir of Resilience " Thank you so much for your thoughtful review Djenane! Egypt gave me the legacy and beauty unmatched - my daughter! I appreciate the support and the ti ...more "
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Katya Dunko and 1 other person liked Maria Sanzari's review of I Drank From The Nile: An Unbreakable Memoir of Resilience: "Wow! What Katya overcame in the first 3 decades of her life is more than most people survive in a lifetime. I found myself rooting for her over and over again, while riding the insane rollercoaster of events and self-sabotaging decisions that were ma" Read more of this review »
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