What books about addiction recovery do you recommend?

I proposed this question via email today to some of my friends who I work with in SAL.

Here’s how the email went:

Hey guys,

Thanks for the meeting on Saturday. Per the conversation we had, I wanted to at least start an email that may soon turn into an online conversation, blog, or forum.

The first question I wanted to propose we talk about is this (and then the questions can be opened up within reason):

What are books you have read about addiction recovery that you’d recommend?

Here is my list:

• What Can I Do About Him Me? – Rhyll Crowshaw
• Love You, Hate the Porn – Mark Chamberlain
• Sitting in a Rowboat Throwing Marbles at a Battle Ship (ebook)

Look forward to your feedback.

I got some good feedback so far. Here’s what I received:

I would add the Big Book and 12 & 12 to the list. Every person who wants to work the 12 steps should have read and make a continuous study of these basics. I read Step 3 in the 12 and 12 Sunday morning. I found the reread inspiring in regard to a question that had been on my mind.

Best,

Steven C.

And this:

I read “clean hands, pure heart” I liked it.  I also read “nearly there” by AL canton. It was not as good in regard to recovery work, but a good story. 

then he restoreth my soul was good.

BUT above all:   “Wild at heart” by John Eldredge.  Every man will benefit from this book. great perspectives.

Jordan H.

Here’s the list in no particular order:

Books to Read About Recovery from Sexual Addiction

• What Can I Do About Him Me? – Rhyll Crowshaw
• Love You, Hate the Porn – Mark Chamberlain
• Sitting in a Rowboat Throwing Marbles at a Battle Ship (ebook)
• The Big Book
• 12 & 12
• Clean Hands, Pure Heart
• Nearly There by Al Canton
• He Restoreth My Soul
• Wild at Heart by John Eldredge

What do you like about these books?

What other books have made an impact on your recovery?

I look forward to having more conversation about positive topics of addiction recovery.

Thanks for the comments.

UPDATE:

I just got this email from JR:

All of Brené Brown’s works are perfect for self-improvement and recovery.

Thanks!