Quit Lit
Reading books about recovery is a vital companion on your journey to sobriety. These stories and guides offer valuable insights, inspiration, and support as you navigate the ups and downs of recovery. Through the pages of these books, you'll find hope, encouragement, and practical advice from those who have walked in your shoes. You'll gain a deeper understanding of addiction and recovery, and discover new strategies for maintaining your sobriety. Most importantly, you'll realize that you're not alone in your journey. So, pick up a book and let the wisdom and experiences of others guide and support you on your path to a healthier, happier you.
Last Updated: 5/30/2024
Personal Growth
Brene Brown
Daring Greatly
Braving the Wilderness
Atlas of the Heart
Eckhart Tolle
A New Earth
The Power of Now
Joe Dispenza
Breaking the Habit of Being You
The Placebo E
Becoming Super Natural
Carolyn Myss
Anatomy of the Spirit
The Sacred Contract
Intimate Conversations with the Divine
Don Miguel Ruiz
The Four Agreements
The Circle of Fire
The Fifth Agreement
Paulo Coalo
The Alchemist
Lama Surya Das
Awakening the Buddha Within
Wayne Dyer
Being in Balance
Change Your Thoughts Change Your Life
There is a Spiritual Solution to Every Problem
Memoirs
*Trigger warning – these books describe the journey of other recovered addicts so in turn
they involve descriptions of alcohol and drug use. If you are feeling triggered by their
material please discontinue reading and reach out to our community for support.
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Matthew Perry
Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
Laura Cathcart Robbins
Stash
Erica C. Barnett
Quitter: A Memoir of Drinking, Relapse, and Recovery
Russel Brand
Recovery: Freedom From Our Addictions
Revelation: Connecting With the Sacred in Everyday Life
Spirit Junkie By Gabrielle Bernstein
Daily Readers
Gabrielle BernsteinMay Cause Miracles: A 40-Day Guidebook of Subtle Shifts for Radical Change andUnlimited Happiness
Tian DaytonOne foot in front of the Other
Melody BeatieJust for todayThe Language of Letting GoMore Language of Letting Go
Joyce MyersThe confident Woman
Kevin GriffinBuddhism & the Twelve Steps Daily Reflections: Thoughts on Dharma and RecoveryPart of: Buddhism & the Twelve Steps (4 books)
Tian DaytonOne foot in front of the Other
Melody BeatieJust for todayThe Language of Letting GoMore Language of Letting Go
Joyce MyersThe confident Woman
Kevin GriffinBuddhism & the Twelve Steps Daily Reflections: Thoughts on Dharma and RecoveryPart of: Buddhism & the Twelve Steps (4 books)
These are not paid promotions. Each book on this list was hand-picked by members of our organization. Many are used in reference often in our daily meetings.
“I’ve learned that the people who achieve long-term recovery, no matter what their identity is, have found a way to manage and deal with the underlying anxiety and depressive issues that trigger pathological cravings.” ~ Ryan Hampton, American Fix
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