Welcome to Alcoholics Anonymous!
We're glad you're here!
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This Newcomer Packet contains links to resources that will be helpful to you as you get to know us.
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Learn More About AA
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You may have many questions as you step into AA. You may find some of the pamphlets below, which are available for free online, very helpful in answering them. These and many other pamphlets are available at AA.org, along with other AA literature.
How to Find a Sponsor
If you need a sponsor, we suggest you contact your local Intergroup. Use the AA.org, www.aa.org/meetingguide, to find local resources or ask someone at face-to-face meetings you attend to sponsor you or Contact Us.
"The Big Book"
Alcoholics Anonymous, nicknamed "The Big Book," is the basic text of AA. The Big Book outlines the program of recovery through the Twelve Steps and contains personal stories of recovered alcoholics from all walks of life. You can order a copy of the Big Book for $9.50 here, or listen to it free online in audiobook or as a video. The audiobook or as a video in American Sign Language is free.
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"Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions"
A co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous tells how members recover and how the society functions
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"Living Sober"
This practical 90-page booklet demonstrates through simple example how A.A. members throughout the world live and stay sober one day at a time.
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"Came To Believe"
A 120-page collection of stories by A.A. members who write about what the phrase "spiritual awakening" means to them.
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"As Bill Sees It"
This collection of Bill's writings is a daily source of comfort and inspiration.
