Literature

AFGBooks

Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc. (AFG, Inc.) publishes books, pamphlets, service materials, and a monthly magazine, The Forum. Massachusetts Al-Anon & Alateen (AFG of MA, Inc.) offers a full range of AFG literature for sale through its Literature Distribution Center (LDC). Sales from these purchase supports Massachusetts Al-Anon & Alateen*.

4 Ways to Purchase Literature to support AFG of MA, Inc*

  1. Shop at MA Al-Anon and Alateen Online Store, using Debit, Credit Card, or PayPal.
  2. Order literature by mail with a check or money order.
  3. Visit our Westboro Office. For instructions on how to visit the office during COVID-19, see the contact page.
  4. Purchase at most in-person meetings.

The content of the literature is contributed by Al-Anon and Alateen members. All Al-Anon/Alateen literature is Conference Approved Literature (CAL). This means that before publication and sale, literature is approved by the World Service Conference.

*Al-Anon/Alateen groups and members in Massachusetts are requested to order through the Massachusetts Area LDC, rather than through Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters. Orders made to the Massachusetts Area LDC helps support Al-Anon/Alateen outreach in Massachusetts.

Are you looking for some digital CAL? Here are some FAQ’s and access to Digital Products available through the WSO.

There is some Free, downloadable literature from the WSO site, available in English, French or Spanish

Common Questions About Al-Anon Electronic Literature

Q: In what digital formats can I purchase Al‑Anon Conference Approved Literature (CAL)?

A: Currently, some pieces of CAL are available as ebooks, audiobooks, or both.

Q: Which books are available as ebooks or audiobooks?

A: See the complete list of books available in digital formats by visiting the Digital Products page on Al‑Anon’s Online Bookstore. Audiobooks can be easily identified by the headphone icon.

Q: How can I be certain the book I’m purchasing will support Al-Anon?

A: Selecting a piece of CAL on the Digital Products page will provide information and links to the various online platforms where proceeds from CAL sales help support Al‑Anon’s mission.

The Forum, September 2024

Feel free to reprint this article on your service arm website or newsletter, along with this credit line: Reprinted with permission of The Forum, Al‑Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc., Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA.