Here is a list of Al-Anon and Alateen books, all of which are CAL
(Conferenace Approved Literature). Most are also
available in Spanish and French, as well as other languages.
Most books and a wide variety of Al-Anon and Alateen pamphlets and other
items are available for sale at the St. Paul Al-Anon/Alateen
Intergroup office (Suite S203, 1821 University Avenue W, St. Paul) and
at the Minneapolis
Al-Anon/Alateen Information Services office (7204 West 27th
St., St. Louis Park). Buying literature there is an important way of
supporting local service activities financially. You can also
order by phone (952-920-3961) from Minneapolis Information Services.
All Conference approved literature in English, Spanish and French can also
be ordered on-line from the Al-Anon World Service
Office. Or you can order by mail using a downloadable PDF order form
(English, Spanish or French).
The prices do not include tax and/or shipping.
- Alateen—Hope for
Children of Alcoholics
- This basic primer can help anyone seeking an easy-to-understand
explanation of alcoholism and the Alateen program. The Steps,
Traditions, slogans, personal stories, meeting format, and an Alateen
timeline are all included.
- B-3, 128 pages. Indexed, softcover. Updated in 2003. $7.00.
- The Dilemma of the Alcoholic
Marriage
- Al-Anon can help with the unique problems of alcoholic
relationships. Members share experiences with applying the Twelve Steps
to their relationships.
- B-4, 102 pages. Indexed, softcover. $8.50.
- The Al-Anon Family
Groups—Classic Edition
- With a new introduction, footnotes, and appendix, the original text
of our pioneer members connects us with Al-Anon’s roots. The hope that
this book still offers the world is undeniable.
- B-5, 196 pages. Indexed. $12.00.
- One Day at a Time in Al-Anon
- This Al-Anon classic offers inspirational daily readings relating
Al-Anon philosophy to everyday situations.
- B-6, 384 pages. Indexed. $10.00.
- B-14, large print, 384 pages. Indexed. $12.00.
- Lois Remembers
- Lois W., cofounder of Al-Anon, recalls the eventful years before
and after the founding of AA and Al-Anon.
- B-7, 208 pages. Illustrated, indexed, softcover. $11.00.
- Al-Anon’s Twelve Steps
& Twelve Traditions
- The Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions come alive through essays,
reflections, and stories from Al-Anon members. Revised in 2005,
re-edited text and several new stories give a fresh approach to an
Al-Anon favorite.
- B-8, 150 pages. Indexed. $9.00.
- Forum Favorites Volume 4
- This volume features classic excerpts from Al-Anon’s monthly
magazine, The Forum.
- B-9D, softcover, 144 pages, Indexed. $4.00(while supplies last).
- Alateen—a day at a time
- A collection of positive daily sharings written by Alateen members
around the world
- B-10, 284 pages. $8.50.
- As We Understood
…
- Al-Anon members share their understanding of prayer, letting go,
fellowship, meditation, a Higher Power, and spiritual awakening.
- B-11, 273 pages. $9.00.
- … In All Our
Affairs: Making Crises Work for You
- Al-Anon members’ personal stories reveal how applying
specific Al-Anon principles helped them through life’s difficult
situations. It includes stories dealing with abuse, death, divorce,
violence, infidelity, and more.
- B-15, 255 pages. Indexed, softcover. $12.00.
- Courage to Change
One Day at a Time in Al-Anon II
- This collection of insightful daily reflections reveals the
surprisingly simple things that can transform lives.
- B-16, 384 pages. Indexed. $12.00.
- B-16 CD-ROM , PC Format, includes audio, $15.00.
- B-17, 384 pages. Indexed, large print. $14.50.
- From Survival to
Recovery: Growing Up in an Alcoholic Home
- Al-Anon adult children tell their storiesÑwith pathos, humor,
courage, and honesty, renewing hope for all of us.
- B-21, 303 pages. Indexed. $16.00.
- How Al-Anon Works for
Families & Friends of Alcoholics
- Al-Anon's “basic book” reflects the shared wisdom of
Al-Anon members today. The most comprehensive book on Al-Anon is
excellent for personal and meeting study.
- B-22, 400 pages. Indexed. $13.50.
- Courage to Be
Me—Living with Alcoholism
- Alateen’s most comprehensive book, filled with shared
recovery written by Alateen members.
- B-23, 326 pages. Indexed, softcover. $10.50.
- Paths to
Recovery—Al-Anon’s Steps, Traditions, and Concepts
- A guide for study of Al-Anon’s three Legacies. Chapters on
each Step, Tradition, and Concept of Service include insightful text,
poignant personal stories, and thought-provoking questions for group or
individual study.
- B-24, 366 pages. Indexed, $18.50.
- Living Today in
Alateen
- Alateen’s newest daily reader, filled with wonderful,
hope-filled personal sharings. The simplicity and straightforwardness
of these pages can show all of us, regardless of age, how to live right
now, today.
- B-26, 378 pages. Indexed, $12.00.
- Hope for Today
- Al-Anon’s newest daily reader is an inspiring and
thought-provoking follow-up to our other two daily readers. Based on
the sharings of Al-Anon’s adult children members, this is a book
for anyone who wants to grow in acceptance, compassion, and
understanding.
- B-27, 383 pages. Indexed, $12.00.
- B-28, 383 pages. Large Print, soft cover. Indexed, $14.50.
- Opening Our Hearts,
Transforming Our Losses
- Al Anon’s newest book invites us to acknowledge, understand,
and accept the losses we have experienced as a result of someone
else’s alcoholism, including death, financial ruin, abandoned
dreams, and vanished self-esteem.
- B-29, 193 pages. $14.00.