The REference Series includes compact recovery reference tools, dictionaries, and companion resources designed to help readers better understand recovery literature.
Current editions can be found through RecoveryShop.com, with updated editions introduced as they are released.
These materials are created to support personal reading and review, group discussion, treatment-center use, sponsorship conversations, and everyday recovery reading.
REference Series Titles
The Little "Big Book" Dictionary
A dictionary designed to help readers understand difficult words found in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. Includes simple definitions, pronunciation help, and page references for study and discussion. Also available in large print.
Little Big Book Essential Reviews
A compact chapter-by-chapter review of pages 1-164 of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, with brief summaries followed by expanded explanations of key ideas and concepts.
The Little 12 N 12 Dictionary
A dictionary companion for words found in Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. Includes simple definitions, pronunciation help, and page references for study and discussion. Also available in large print.
NA Basic Text Dictionary
A recovery-focused dictionary companion for words found in the NA Basic Text. Includes simple definitions, pronunciation help, and page references for study and discussion.
NA It Works Dictionary
A recovery-focused dictionary companion for words found in NA’s It Works: How and Why. Includes simple definitions, pronunciation help, and page references for study and discussion.
Why the REference Series Exists
Recovery literature can be deeply meaningful, but some readers encounter unfamiliar words, older language, spiritual terms, or concepts that may be difficult to understand at first.
The REference Series was created to provide practical companion resources that help readers better understand recovery literature without replacing the original text. These books are designed to sit beside the literature, offering added explanation, reference, and review when helpful.
Shop the REference Series
REference Series books and recovery resources are available through RecoveryShop.com.