AA Literature
Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions – click here to read it online
Daily Reflections-A Book of Reflections by AA Members for AA Members
AA Pamphlets
Please click on the pamphlet to download in pdf format from www.aa.org or click on the title to go to the page at www.aa.org. In accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. Content Use Policy. ( “A.A. entities are permitted to provide web links to A.A. Conference-approved literature on www.aa.org instead of uploading.” ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS WORLD SERVICES, INC. GUIDELINES FOR USE OF A.A.W.S. COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL section D. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS) P-1 – This Is A.A. – An introduction to the A.A. recovery program Introductory pamphlet describing the kind of people A.A.s are and what A.A.s have learned about alcoholism. For anyone who thinks he or she may have a problem with alcohol. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-2 – Frequently Asked Questions About A.A. – (Formerly 44 Questions) Answers the questions most frequently asked about A.A. by alcoholics seeking help, as well as by their families and friends. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. Policy. P-3 – Is A.A. for You? Symptoms of alcoholism are summed up in 12 questions most A.A.s had to answer to identify themselves as alcoholics. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-4 – Young People and A.A. Ten Young A.A.’s —16 to 27— tell how the program works for them. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-5 – A.A. for the Woman. Relates the experiences of alcoholic women—all ages and from all walks of life. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-8 – Twelve Concepts Illustrated. Brief, easy-to-read text and clever illustrations make the Twelve Concepts for World Service clear and understandable. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-9 – Memo to an Inmate Who May Be an Alcoholic. A message from A.A.s who have themselves been inmates. Their personal stories offer a new outlook to inmate alcoholics who want to know how A.A. can help. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-10 – How It Works. An excerpt in large type from Chapter 5 of the Big Book. This page, which includes the Twelve Steps, is often read at the start of meetings. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-11 – A.A. Member—Medications and Other Drugs The A.A. Member—Medications and Other Drugs — Report from a group of doctors in Alcoholics Anonymous. A.A. members share their experience with medications and other drugs. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-12 – Jack Alexander Article About A.A. Published in 1941, this marks a high light in A.A. history. It sparked the first great surge of interest in A.A. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-13 – Do You Think You’re Different? Speaks to newcomers who may wonder how A.A. can work for someone “different”—black or Jewish, teenager or nearing 80, plus nine other people who tell how the A.A. program has worked for them. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-15 – Questions and Answers on Sponsorship Uses shared A.A. experience to answer 34 questions likely to be asked by persons seeking sponsors, persons wanting to be sponsors, and groups planning sponsorship activity. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-16 – A.A. Group Informal guide tells how a group works most effectively, how a new group can be started, and how each group can be linked to A.A. as a whole. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-17 – A.A. Tradition—How It Developed Bill W.’s 1946–47 Grapevine articles on the Traditions trace the evolution of principles for A.A. unity and growth. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-18 – Inside A.A. Explains the A.A. service structure in the U.S. and Canada, describing all elements linking member and group with the General Service Conference. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-19 – G.S.R. May Be the Most Important Job in A.A. For a new general service representative, this leaflet outlines responsibilities and useful sources of information; for a group, what to keep in mind when electing a G.S.R. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-20 – Message to Corrections Professionals Information about what A.A. is and can do and how groups function in a correctional facility. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-21 – A.A. for the Native North American Addressed to Native American A.A. members; also contains some of their stories. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc.
P-22 – A.A. for the Older Alcoholic—Never Too Late A revision of “Time to Start Living,” relates the stories of eight men and women who came to A.A. after 60. Large-print. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-23 – A.A. as a Resource for the Health Care Professional Gives information about the Fellowship and describes some approaches that health care professionals use in referring problem drinkers to A.A. Revision of “A.A. as a Resource for the Medical Profession.” Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-24 – Newcomer Asks Gives straightforward, brief answers on 15 points that once puzzled many of us. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. M-24 – A.A. Fact File For writers and editors. Ready-to-file folder provides detailed information on A.A., its program, and its Traditions. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-25 – Members of the Clergy Ask About Alcoholics Anonymous Introduction to A.A. for members of the clergy unfamiliar with the Fellowship; further discussion for those seeking greater understanding of its program. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-26 – A.A. in Correctional Facilities Experience based on the functioning of A.A. groups in prisons, with institutional opinions recommending A.A. as a helpful ally. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-27 – A.A. in Treatment Settings Shares experience of treatment facility administrators and of A.A.s who have carried the message into these facilities. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-28 – Twelve Traditions Flyer 81⁄2″ x 11″ flyer of Twelve Traditions; large typeface. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-29 – How A.A. Members Cooperate With Professionals Answers specific queries on working within A.A. Traditions. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-30 – Is There an Alcoholic in Your Life? Explains the A.A. program as it affects anyone close to an alcoholic—spouse, family member, friend. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-31 – A.A. in Your Community Six-page folder explains how A.A. is geared to work in any community to help alcoholics. Prepared especially to help groups, central offices, and P.I. committees interpret A.A. to the community. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-32 – A.A. and the Gay/Lesbian Alcoholic Excerpts from the experience, strength, and hope of sober gay and lesbian alcoholics point out that the tie that binds us all together is freedom from alcohol. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-33 – It Sure Beats Sitting in a Cell An illustrated pamphlet that presents the experience of seven inmates who found A.A. while in prison. It also offers suggested dos and don’ts for staying sober after release. Glued at the spine for distribution in corrections facilities. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-34 – Let’s Be Friendly With Our Friends In this Grapevine reprint, Bill explains the importance of cooperating with doctors, social workers, etc. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-35 – Problems Other Than Alcohol Bill’s thoughts on the status of drug addicts within A.A. are as timely as when they appeared in a 1958 Grapevine. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-36 – Is A.A. for Me? Based on the 12 questions in “Is A.A. for You?,” this 32-page pamphlet is an illustrated, easy-to-read version. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-37 – Too Young? With a full-color cover, this cartoon pamphlet speaks directly to teenagers telling the varied drinking stories of six young people (13 to 18) and showing their welcome to A.A. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. https://www.aa.org/assets/en_US/p-37_tooyoung.pdf P-38 – What Happened to Joe Dramatic story of a young construction worker and his drinking problem, told in brightly colored “comic book” style. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-39 – It Happened to Alice – How she faced a drinking problem Easy-to-read “comic book” style pamphlet for women alcoholics. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-40 – Speaking at Non-A.A. Meetings For A.A.s asked to speak to organizations outside the Fellowship about A.A., alcoholism, and the alcoholic, it suggests what to say and how to say it. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-41 – Member’s-Eye View of Alcoholics Anonymous Explains the A.A. program to social workers, counselors, physicians, and others in the alcoholism field. It also provides fresh insight into A.A. for all members. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-42 – A Brief Guide to Alcoholics Anonymous Originally designed for use in schools, this folder also lends itself to other P.I. purposes. In simple language, it describes our program and offers general information on A.A. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-43 – Twelve Traditions Illustrated Based on a Grapevine series; presents both the spirit and the practical application of our 12 Traditions. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-44 – A.A.’s Legacy of Service In this foreword to The A.A. Service Manual, Bill W. describes the beginnings of group and general services, the origin of the Traditions, and the birth of the Conference. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-45 – Circles of Love and Service This leaflet outlines our service structure in full-color diagrams. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-46 – If You Are a Professional… https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/if-you-are-a-professional Directed at professionals of all types who deal with alcoholics; explains how A.A.s and non-A.A.s can work together. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-47 – Understanding Anonymity Explains clearly what anonymity means both within and outside A.A. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc P-48 – A.A. Membership Survey Summarizes the latest survey of membership in the U.S. and Canada: who A.A.s are (age, sex, occupation) and how they got to A.A. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-49 – Bridging the Gap—Between Treatment and A.A. Through Temporary Contact Programs An 8-page pamphlet for A.A.s who carry the message into treatment facilities. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-50 – A.A. and the Armed Services Personal stories tell how men or women in the military—any rank, any age—can beat a drinking problem through A.A. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-51 – A.A. for the Black and African American Alcoholic Personal stories of finding sobriety and a new way of life in Alcoholics Anonymous. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-52 – A.A. Grapevine and La Viña: Our Meetings in Print Provides basic information on the Grapevine magazine. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-53 – Co-Founders of Alcoholics Anonymous Brief biographical sketches of Bill W. and Dr. Bob, together with their last major talks. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-54 – Is There an Alcoholic in the Workplace? Of interest to management and union officials, this leaflet gives a concise description of the help A.A. can offer to the alcoholic employee. (Formerly “Alcoholics Anonymous and Employee Assistance Programs”) Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-55 – Twelve Steps Illustrated An easy-to-read version of A.A.’s Twelve Steps. Step appears at top of each page with simplified text under illustration. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-56 – This Is A.A. – Large Print version Introductory pamphlet describing the kind of people A.A.s are and what A.A.s have learned about alcoholism. For anyone who thinks he or she may have a problem with alcohol. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-57 – Frequently Asked Questions About A.A. – Large-print version (Formerly 44 Questions) – Answers the questions most frequently asked about A.A. by alcoholics seeking help, as well as by their families and friends. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-83 – Accessibility for all Alcoholics This pamphlet includes the experience of A.A. members who are hearing and visually impaired, housebound chronically ill or disabled due to brain damage or stroke. Their stories tell how they found A.A. and are living new and productive lives free from alcohol. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. P-84 – Many Paths to Spirituality Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-1 – A.A. at a Glance Flyer condensing facts on the Fellowship. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-2 – Information on Alcoholics Anonymous Sheet for P.I./C.P.C. use. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-3 – Self-Support: Where Money and Spirituality Mix A full-color illustrated pamphlet that suggests ways of apportioning group contributions to support various service entities. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-4 – Where Do I Go From Here? For people leaving treatment facilities, single-sheet flyer tells of continuing help offered by “outside” A.A.s. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-5 – Carrying the Message into Correctional Facilities Basic information for A.A.s who speak in correctional facilities. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-6 – Your A.A. General Service Office Illustrated folder describes the services provided by your G.S.O. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-8 – Problems Other than Alcohol (excerpts) Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-9 – Message to Teenagers Flyer adapted from the pamphlet “Too Young?”; for P.I. in schools. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-10 – A.A. Literature Catalog This catalog lists all Conference-approved literature and other A.A. Material. The catalog is in three languages, organized in three sections—English, French, and Spanish. A section in the back of the catalog lists Special Needs material, another section lists all available foreign-language literature and the final section lists Grapevine material. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-12 – Your D.C.M. – District Committee Member A flyer outlining the responsibilities of the district committee member. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-20 A.A. ANONYMITY (Announcement for reading at meetings open to the public) Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. f-26 Corrections Correspondence A Special Kind Of AA Service The Corrections Correspondence Service links A.A. members who are incarcerated with A.A. members on the outside so that both can share their experience, strength, and hope with each other. For inmates, it’s a way to get valuable guidance in staying sober through the A.A. program and a sense of the A.A. Fellowship. For “outside” members, it’s a way to take part in corrections work even if they don’t live near a facility. Many find it to be immensely rewarding service work. NOTE: Most of the inmates who want an outside correspondent are men, so women who volunteer may have a very long wait for an inmate. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-42 – Self-Support Card The Seventh Tradition states: “Every A.A. group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions.” Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-47 – A.A. Archives A.A.’s Archives consist of any historical collection at the level of the group, district, area, intergroup/central office, region, or General Service Office. In July 1973, the General Service Board formed the trustees’ Archives Committee. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc.
F-59 – General Service Offices, Central Offices, Intergroups, and Answering Services Overseas All directories are confidential and are available to A.A. members only. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-96 – A.A. Group Treasurer Description of the role and responsibilities of a group treasurer. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-166 – A Brief History of the Big Book In May 1938, when Bill W. began work on the fi rst draft of what is now the Big Book, Alcoholics Anonymous, in New York City and Newark, New Jersey, he had been sober about three and a half years. Dr. Bob was sober a few months less than three years, and the other 100 early members who contributed in one way or another to the writing of the book had been sober for periods ranging from a couple of years to a couple of months. Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-183 – A.A. Temporary Contact/Bridging the Gap Request – For A.A.s on the INSIDE Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-184 – A.A. Temporary Contact/Bridging the Gap Volunteer – OUTSIDE Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc. F-211 SAFETY CARD FOR A.A. GROUPS Service Material from the General Service Office (The General Service Office has made this optional statement available as an A.A. service piece for those groups who wish to use it.) Printing a single copy of this item is permitted, in accordance with the A.A. World Services, Inc.