AA Big Book Reviews

by Maggiesteyer

The new page formatting is worse than it used to be. You used to be able to scroll up and down seamlessly through the pages. Now you have to scroll side to side and can’t even see exactly what text is on what page. One single page is split between 3-4 frames. If you guys can change it back, please do.

by Skfay69

I am grateful for AABigBook. I like the quick reference to 12 traditions and 12 steps. The aa birthday is also great since I can count days and hours.

I do have two issues. 1. This is not the latest edition so I cannot use it when reading personal stories out of the book. Also the page search just doesn’t work period. It always delivers an error regardless if the page is available or not because it’s an older edition. Fix these and it may be near perfect. :)

Still recommend that you download if you want to stay sober. It’s the best of the rest. None seem to be 4th edition.

by Teriffictorrie420

I love AABigBook. And use it often. Love that it’s free and easy to use. I just really wish it had a “daily readings” section. For daily meditations, reflections, etc. That would be AMAZING. Or have a option where you can activate push notifications for helpful reminders/motivational notes or quotes.

by Dj Prof Jeff

There are lots of type-o's. And the stories included are only from the 1st and 2nd editions. Add in the 3rd and 4th edition stories and correct type errors and you'll get 5 stars from me.

It would also be nice if when you "share" a page that it would send that page and not the whole book. Or if you could copy/paste the text (which you can't do for some reason).

by Long But Fair Review

Simply put, my body was tired and beaten. There was no joy in drinking when the next day brought jitters and physical pain. After a long overnight in the ER, I downloaded AABigBook the next afternoon and read it nightly to maintain sobriety. Even if you aren't sure about giving up alcohol, please take ONE night away from the liquor and download this so you can instead read about s sober future. Read it sooner than later. You will be grateful you did and so will others in your life.

by JB1234TX

I have 42 years sobriety and I appreciate how portable this book is by having an app in my phone. I have found myself rereading it so often, and still, after all these years, there are phrases that jump out at me or I have a new understanding of a principle or concept.

by Seekadventure90

I just have the free version, I try to carry my big book everywhere with me. Most important thing I have found on AABigBook has been the prayers. Really has been helping me align myself on which side of the street I want to travel. Highly recommend!

by CKozey

I prefer using my actual book so I can make notes, but this is very convenient when I want to read something and don’t have my book handy. It would be cool if I had the ability to highlight and make notes within AABigBook .

by Aurora Her

Thank you for making this :) I love that it’s free and the other editions are available! I’ve always wanted to read the older stories since I’ve read the latest edition 2 times lol. One thing I do wish it had was a book mark! Because sometimes I lose where I am.

by Ferfecca

The single most important thing I need to know about my Higher Power is that I have one and to know and accept that it's not me!

Of the many tools that keep me accountable, practice acceptance on a daily/regular basis, and keep me active in my recovery, AABigBook is almost ALWAYS exactly what I need when I need it!

by Stonecoldsobah

I am so grateful for AABigBook. It is easy to navigate and has lots of helpful information and good references to the aa literature. I use it several times a day and am never disappointed. I highly recommend for any one new or returning to aa that is seeking a resource to help them grow in experience, strength, and hope.

by Cstepani

The idea of an ad in AABigBook consist of a pic you just “x” out of right away.
There’s audiobooks if you want to listen at anytime.
Virtual meetings from everywhere are always available and more being added.
The Speaker tapes are awesome as well. ✊🏼

by Swaybackboy

I absolutely love AABigBook, to the point that I use it multiple times a day. I’ve found very few recovery apps that are free, and most that are free have been glitchy and/or don’t carry that much info. AABigBook is also handy when I forget my B.B. at lit. Mtgs. It has all the prayers, too, which is a huge plus. Thank you for this !!

by SobrieTee

I was frustrated because many Recovery Apps have a cost or in-app purchases.

While AABigBook doesn’t have as many “bells & whistles”- it does have exactly what I needed: a copy of the big book, personal stories, and prayers.

For anyone looking for an accessible way to read recovery on their device- I highly recommend AABigBook.

by Nostup1d

The big book is so crucial to recovery. I can only taink the creators of AABigBook for making it available for free. Of course, there are things that I would like better, like the ability to bookmark pages. But I have found that not been able to bookmark pages means that I pay closer attention to what I’m reading. So I’m trying to find the positive in everything.

by 65SWEDE

If you are curious, skeptical, or just plain old in trouble, this read is simple and easy. Some of the information is eye- opening, but it is pertinent despite the books age. The original text is a mere 164 pages, but it packs an entire new way of thinking and living into the package. The remaining stories of individual AA members are poignant. You may find some affinity among them, and a doorway to a new life!

by Hope Trust Love

I’m sober 5years 7months 25days! Thank you AA. I don’t just read the big book, I study it. I read and ask myself questions about how I relate to each sentence, just like I was taught, when I was in treatment. So many times, the words in this book, have got the wheels in my head turning in the right direction, that I was able to keep myself from doing something stupid. And thus, staying out of situations, that would lead to relapse. USE AABigBook. Live Aloha

by BK CELEBS

I really appreciate AABigBook & the folks I get to use it with. I thank the God of my understanding who gave me this disease. He is all powerful & chose this disease for me - wow, thank you HP!

It could have been terminal cancer, but in your wisdom, you gave me terminal alcoholism AND a prescription for living (medicine): help others. Simple, effective and not easy. God loves me too much to make is easy & I’m grateful for that & AABigBook, which contains the message of hope, so I have it with me at all times.

Bob K

by MissBehaven1965

It’s so handy to have the big book on my phone for FREE!!!!!! I can at anytime look up a section or chapter of the 164 pages of text. The appendix is here and the stories from the 1st and 2nd addition as well. I appreciate have the other stories that I don’t find in my big book. It gives me something to identify with and that means HOPE of recovery.

This has also allowed me to be of service. Be it a call from a fellow alcoholic at work or a newcomer at a meeting. It gives me more to share thank my own thoughts and understanding of the program.

I also love the prayer section. It was so helpful when I was new to the program. I still use it almost everyday. I learned how to pray using this very app.

Thank you again for the help in my recovery. You are amazing!
Meghan W

by Re-moose

Big Book always within reach. No interruptions. Only ad is invitation to purchase audio version for inexpensive price. I wish that invitation would convert to a link to the audiobook after one purchased it, but so far it doesn’t. Pure and simple product overall that I’m sure has been of great assistance to many.