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BACKGROUND

• Frogs into Princes by John Grinder, Richard Bandler, 1979. The first Bandler and Grinder transcript book. Provides a good introduction to the NLP models circa 1979. This is the first time many of the NLP techniques appeared in print. [Order]
• Introducing Neuro-Linguistic Programming by Joseph O'Connor, John Seymour, 1991. An excellent introduction to the basic NLP models, presented didactically. This book is considered by many to be the best introduction to NLP around. [Order]
• The Structure of Magic, Volume I by Richard Bandler, John Grinder, 1975. The very first NLP book, also Richard Bandler's thesis. A dry book based around transformational grammar and its use in therapy. This book marks the first appearance of the meta-model. [Order]
• The Structure of Magic, Volume II by John Grinder, Richard Bandler, 1976. [Order]
• Reframing: Neuro-Linguistic Programming and the Transformation of Meaning by Richard Bandler, John Grinder, 1982. A transcript book which contains several explicit techniques for "reframing" problems: six step reframing, parts integration, etc. [Order]
• Turtles All the Way Down by John Grinder, Judith DeLozier. "New code" NLP, based heavily on the work of Gregory Bateson and involving altered states of consciousness. [Order]
• Principles of NLP by Joseph O'Connor, Ian McDermott, 1996. [Order]
• NLP Volume I by Robert Dilts, et al, 1980. [Order]
• Roots of NLP by Robert Dilts, 1983. A rather academic book exploring the physiological roots of NLP. [Order]
• Applications of NLP by Robert Dilts, 1983.
• Science and Sanity by Alfred Korzybski, 1933. The seminal work in General Semantics, which has heavily influenced NLP. "The map is not the territory" first showed up in this work. [Order]
• Trance-Formations by John Grinder, Richard Bandler, 1981. [Order]
• Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, Vol 1 by Richard Bandler, John Grinder, 1975. A very clear, concise summary of language patterns used by hypnotist Milton H. Erickson. An excellent book. [Order]
• Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, Vol 2 by John Grinder, et al, 1977. [Order]
• Therapeutic Metaphors by David Gordon, 1978. An excellent book which leads you through the process of creating therapeutically significant metaphors. [Order]
• NLP: The New Technology of Achievement by Steve Andreas, Charles Faulkner, 1996. [Order]
• Using Your Brain—For a Change by Richard Bandler, Connirae Andreas, 1985. The first book on submodalities. A well-edited workshop transcript that is fun to read, simple, and clear with great illustrations. [Order]
• The Emotional Hostage : Rescuing Your Emotional Life by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, Michael Lebeau, 1986. A great book on dealing with and using your emotions. [Order]
• Time Line Therapy and the Basis of Personality by Tad James, Wyatt Woodsmall, 1988. [Order]
• The Art of Systems Thinking : Essential Skills for Creativity and Problem Solving by Joseph O'Connor, Ian McDermott, 1998. [Order]
• Brain-Based Learning by Eric Jensen, 1995. A wonderful compilation of what we know about adult learning, alternate learning theories, etc, etc. [Order]
• The Fifth Discipline : The Art and Practice of the Learning Organization by Peter Senge, 1994. An excellent introduction to systems thinking in a business and organizational environment. [Order]
• Influencing With Integrity by Genie Laborde, 1987. [Order]
• Instant Rapport by Michael Brooks, 1990. [Order]
• Precision : A New Approach to Communication : How to Get the Information You Need to Get Results by John Grinder, Michael McMaster, 1993. [Order]
• Performance Management : Creating the Conditons for Results by Michael McMaster, 1994. [Order]
• Unlimited Power by Anthony Robbins, 1986. Anthony Robbins's best selling introduction to NLP. [Order]
• Awaken the Giant Within by Anthony Robbins, 1991. Tony Robbins's follow-on book. More personal power than the average person can stand in a lifetime... [Order]

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BEGINNER

• Introducing Neuro-Linguistic Programming by Joseph O'Connor, John Seymour, 1991. An excellent introduction to the basic NLP models, presented didactically. This book is considered by many to be the best introduction to NLP around. [Order]
• Principles of NLP by Joseph O'Connor, Ian McDermott, 1996. [Order]
• Trance-Formations by John Grinder, Richard Bandler, 1981. [Order]
• Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, Vol 1 by Richard Bandler, John Grinder, 1975. A very clear, concise summary of language patterns used by hypnotist Milton H. Erickson. An excellent book. [Order]
• NLP: The New Technology of Achievement by Steve Andreas, Charles Faulkner, 1996. [Order]
• Using Your Brain—For a Change by Richard Bandler, Connirae Andreas, 1985. The first book on submodalities. A well-edited workshop transcript that is fun to read, simple, and clear with great illustrations. [Order]
• Influencing With Integrity by Genie Laborde, 1987. [Order]
• Instant Rapport by Michael Brooks, 1990. [Order]
• Precision : A New Approach to Communication : How to Get the Information You Need to Get Results by John Grinder, Michael McMaster, 1993. [Order]
• Performance Management : Creating the Conditons for Results by Michael McMaster, 1994. [Order]
• Unlimited Power by Anthony Robbins, 1986. Anthony Robbins's best selling introduction to NLP. [Order]
• Awaken the Giant Within by Anthony Robbins, 1991. Tony Robbins's follow-on book. More personal power than the average person can stand in a lifetime... [Order]
• Words that Change Minds by Shelle Rose Charvet, 1997. The best introduction to NLP's “meta-programs” around. Shelle presents all the meta-program patterns with practical applications and lots of expamples of how to use each pattern in business and personal life. [Order]

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BELIEF SYSTEMS

• Changing Belief Systems with NLP by Robert Dilts. [Order]

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BUSINESS

• Skills for the Future : Managing Creativity and Innovation by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Visionary Leadership Skills: Creating a World to Which People Want to Belong by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Influencing With Integrity by Genie Laborde, 1987. [Order]
• Precision : A New Approach to Communication : How to Get the Information You Need to Get Results by John Grinder, Michael McMaster, 1993. [Order]
• Beyond Selling by Ed Reese, 1988. [Order]
• Words that Change Minds by Shelle Rose Charvet, 1997. The best introduction to NLP's “meta-programs” around. Shelle presents all the meta-program patterns with practical applications and lots of expamples of how to use each pattern in business and personal life. [Order]

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COGNITIVE SCIENCE

• Plans and the Structure of Behavior by George Miller, 1986. [Order]
• Science and Sanity by Alfred Korzybski, 1933. The seminal work in General Semantics, which has heavily influenced NLP. "The map is not the territory" first showed up in this work. [Order]
• Language Thought and Reality : Selected Writings of Benjamin Lee Whorf by Benjamin Whorf, John Carroll, 1956. [Order]
• Language in Thought and Action by S.I. Hayakawa, 1990. [Order]
• Brain-Based Learning by Eric Jensen, 1995. A wonderful compilation of what we know about adult learning, alternate learning theories, etc, etc. [Order]
• Making Connections : Teaching and the Human Brain by Renate Nummela Caine, Geoffrey Caine, 1994. A great book on using cognitive science and learning theory to design educational experiences. [Order]
• Decision Traps : Ten Barriers to Brilliant Decision-Making and How to Overcome Them by J. Edward Russo, Paul Shoemaker, 1990. A well-written book which presents ten major cognitive reasoning fallacies and how to overcome them. Reasoning fallacies are ways our brains seem to be hard-wired to reach the wrong conclusion, even given the right information. [Order]
• Inevitable Illusions: How Mistakes of Reason Rule Our Minds by Massimo Piattelli-Palmarini, 1996. This delightful and zealous book recounts built-in reasoning short-cuts lead us to irrational and illogical conclusions. [Order]

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CREATIVITY

• Skills for the Future : Managing Creativity and Innovation by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• The Art of Systems Thinking : Essential Skills for Creativity and Problem Solving by Joseph O'Connor, Ian McDermott, 1998. [Order]

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EDUCATION

• Training With Nlp : Skills for Managers, Trainers and Communicators by John Seymour, Joseph O'Connor, 1994. [Order]
• Envoy : Your Personal Guide to Classroom Management by Michael Grinder, 1995. [Order]
• Brain-Based Learning by Eric Jensen, 1995. A wonderful compilation of what we know about adult learning, alternate learning theories, etc, etc. [Order]
• Making Connections : Teaching and the Human Brain by Renate Nummela Caine, Geoffrey Caine, 1994. A great book on using cognitive science and learning theory to design educational experiences. [Order]
• The Learning Brain by Eric Jensen, 1994. An excellent summary of what we know about cognitive science and learning. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Overcoming the Yips! by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Driving by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Putting by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]

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HEALTH

• Nlp and Health : Using Nlp to Enhance Your Health and Well-Being by Ian McDermott, Joseph O'Connor, 1996. [Order]
• Overcoming Allergies and Stress Related Illness. New Paths To Mind Body Healing by Christopher Greene, 1993. Mail to krisg@ozemail.com.au to order.
• Beliefs: Pathways to Health and Wellbeing by Robert Dilts, et al, 1990. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Driving by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Overcoming the Yips! by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Putting by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]

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HYPNOSIS

• Advanced Techniques of Hypnosis and Therapy: Selected Papers of Milton H. Erickson, M.D. by Milton Erickson, 1967. [Order]
• Trance-Formations by John Grinder, Richard Bandler, 1981. [Order]
• Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, Vol 1 by Richard Bandler, John Grinder, 1975. A very clear, concise summary of language patterns used by hypnotist Milton H. Erickson. An excellent book. [Order]
• Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, Vol 2 by John Grinder, et al, 1977. [Order]

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LANGUAGE PATTERNS

• The Structure of Magic, Volume I by Richard Bandler, John Grinder, 1975. The very first NLP book, also Richard Bandler's thesis. A dry book based around transformational grammar and its use in therapy. This book marks the first appearance of the meta-model. [Order]
• The Structure of Magic, Volume II by John Grinder, Richard Bandler, 1976. [Order]
• Syntactic Structures by Noam Chomsky, 1978. [Order]
• Language and Mind by Noam Chomsky, 1972. [Order]
• The Silent Language by Edward Hall, 1959. [Order]
• Pragmatics of Human Communication by Paul Watzlawick, 1967. [Order]
• Language Thought and Reality : Selected Writings of Benjamin Lee Whorf by Benjamin Whorf, John Carroll, 1956. [Order]
• Language in Thought and Action by S.I. Hayakawa, 1990. [Order]
• Metaphors We Live By by George Lakoff, Mark Johnson, 1983. [Order]
• Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, Vol 1 by Richard Bandler, John Grinder, 1975. A very clear, concise summary of language patterns used by hypnotist Milton H. Erickson. An excellent book. [Order]
• Patterns of the Hypnotic Techniques of Milton H. Erickson, Vol 2 by John Grinder, et al, 1977. [Order]
• Therapeutic Metaphors by David Gordon, 1978. An excellent book which leads you through the process of creating therapeutically significant metaphors. [Order]
• Words that Change Minds by Shelle Rose Charvet, 1997. The best introduction to NLP's “meta-programs” around. Shelle presents all the meta-program patterns with practical applications and lots of expamples of how to use each pattern in business and personal life. [Order]

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LEARNING

• Dynamic Learning by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Strategies of Genius, Vol I by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Strategies of Genius, Vol II by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Strategies of Genius, Vol III by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Tools for Dreamers: Strategies for Creativity by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Brain-Based Learning by Eric Jensen, 1995. A wonderful compilation of what we know about adult learning, alternate learning theories, etc, etc. [Order]
• Making Connections : Teaching and the Human Brain by Renate Nummela Caine, Geoffrey Caine, 1994. A great book on using cognitive science and learning theory to design educational experiences. [Order]
• The Learning Brain by Eric Jensen, 1994. An excellent summary of what we know about cognitive science and learning. [Order]
• Decision Traps : Ten Barriers to Brilliant Decision-Making and How to Overcome Them by J. Edward Russo, Paul Shoemaker, 1990. A well-written book which presents ten major cognitive reasoning fallacies and how to overcome them. Reasoning fallacies are ways our brains seem to be hard-wired to reach the wrong conclusion, even given the right information. [Order]
• Inevitable Illusions: How Mistakes of Reason Rule Our Minds by Massimo Piattelli-Palmarini, 1996. This delightful and zealous book recounts built-in reasoning short-cuts lead us to irrational and illogical conclusions. [Order]

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METAPHORS

• Metaphors We Live By by George Lakoff, Mark Johnson, 1983. [Order]
• Therapeutic Metaphors by David Gordon, 1978. An excellent book which leads you through the process of creating therapeutically significant metaphors. [Order]

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MODELING

• The EMPRINT Method: A Guide to Reproducing Competence by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, et al. The authors present a step-by-step approach to modeling cognitive behavior. [Order]
• Know How: Guided Programs for Inventing Your Own Best Future by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, et al, 1986. A "cook book" of modeled behaviors for many different skills. [Order]

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PUBLIC SPEAKING

• Effective Presentation Skills by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Training With Nlp : Skills for Managers, Trainers and Communicators by John Seymour, Joseph O'Connor, 1994. [Order]

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RELATED TOPICS

• Science and Sanity by Alfred Korzybski, 1933. The seminal work in General Semantics, which has heavily influenced NLP. "The map is not the territory" first showed up in this work. [Order]
• The Gestalt Approach: Eyewitness to Therapy by Fritz Perls, 1973. [Order]
• Conjoint Family Therapy by Virginia Satir, 1964. [Order]
• Advanced Techniques of Hypnosis and Therapy: Selected Papers of Milton H. Erickson, M.D. by Milton Erickson, 1967. [Order]
• Syntactic Structures by Noam Chomsky, 1978. [Order]
• Provocative Therapy by Frank Farrelly, Jeff Brandsma. Frank Farrelly's book on how to use provocation and surprise to move people into new models of the world. [Order]
• Language and Mind by Noam Chomsky, 1972. [Order]
• Steps to an Ecology of Mind by Gregory Bateson, 1972. [Order]
• The Silent Language by Edward Hall, 1959. [Order]
• Change; Principles of Problem Formation and Problem Resolution by Paul Watzlawick, 1988. [Order]
• Pragmatics of Human Communication by Paul Watzlawick, 1967. [Order]
• The Doors of Perception and Heaven and Hell by Aldous Huxley, 1990. [Order]
• Plans and the Structure of Behavior by George Miller, 1986. [Order]
• Language Thought and Reality : Selected Writings of Benjamin Lee Whorf by Benjamin Whorf, John Carroll, 1956. [Order]
• Language in Thought and Action by S.I. Hayakawa, 1990. [Order]
• Metaphors We Live By by George Lakoff, Mark Johnson, 1983. [Order]
• Core Transformation : Reaching the Wellspring Within by Connirae Andreas, Tamara Andreas, 1996. [Order]
• The Art of Systems Thinking : Essential Skills for Creativity and Problem Solving by Joseph O'Connor, Ian McDermott, 1998. [Order]
• Brain-Based Learning by Eric Jensen, 1995. A wonderful compilation of what we know about adult learning, alternate learning theories, etc, etc. [Order]
• Making Connections : Teaching and the Human Brain by Renate Nummela Caine, Geoffrey Caine, 1994. A great book on using cognitive science and learning theory to design educational experiences. [Order]
• The Fifth Discipline : The Art and Practice of the Learning Organization by Peter Senge, 1994. An excellent introduction to systems thinking in a business and organizational environment. [Order]
• Performance Management : Creating the Conditons for Results by Michael McMaster, 1994. [Order]
• Beliefs: Pathways to Health and Wellbeing by Robert Dilts, et al, 1990. [Order]
• One Song Hero: the Inward Journey of an Urban Shaman by Marcus Robinson, D.C.H., 1997.
• The Learning Brain by Eric Jensen, 1994. An excellent summary of what we know about cognitive science and learning. [Order]
• Decision Traps : Ten Barriers to Brilliant Decision-Making and How to Overcome Them by J. Edward Russo, Paul Shoemaker, 1990. A well-written book which presents ten major cognitive reasoning fallacies and how to overcome them. Reasoning fallacies are ways our brains seem to be hard-wired to reach the wrong conclusion, even given the right information. [Order]
• Inevitable Illusions: How Mistakes of Reason Rule Our Minds by Massimo Piattelli-Palmarini, 1996. This delightful and zealous book recounts built-in reasoning short-cuts lead us to irrational and illogical conclusions. [Order]

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SELF-IMPROVEMENT

• Be the Person You Want to Be; Harness the Power of Neuro-Linguistic Programming to Reach Your Potential by John Emerick, 1997. Sample chapter at http://www.primapublishing.com/life/76150806.html. [Order]
• Change Your Mind-And Keep the Change : Advanced Nlp Submodalities Interventions by Connirae Andreas, Steve Andreas, 1987. [Order]
• Core Transformation : Reaching the Wellspring Within by Connirae Andreas, Tamara Andreas, 1996. [Order]
• Heart of the Mind : Engaging Your Inner Power to Change With Neuro-Linguistic Programming by Connirae Andreas, Steve Andreas, 1989. [Order]
• Time for a Change by Richard Bandler, 1993. A book about using hypnosis, submodalities, and such phenomenon to enhance your internal life. [Order]
• The Emotional Hostage : Rescuing Your Emotional Life by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, Michael Lebeau, 1986. A great book on dealing with and using your emotions. [Order]
• Know How: Guided Programs for Inventing Your Own Best Future by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, et al, 1986. A "cook book" of modeled behaviors for many different skills. [Order]
• Solutions : Practical and Effective Antidotes for Sexual and Relationship Problems by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, 1985. [Order]
• Time Line Therapy and the Basis of Personality by Tad James, Wyatt Woodsmall, 1988. [Order]
• EASY BEING: Making Life as Simple and as Much Fun as Possible by Diana Beaver, 1997. See here for more info.
• One Song Hero: the Inward Journey of an Urban Shaman by Marcus Robinson, D.C.H., 1997.
• Awaken the Giant Within by Anthony Robbins, 1991. Tony Robbins's follow-on book. More personal power than the average person can stand in a lifetime... [Order]
• Unlimited Power by Anthony Robbins, 1986. Anthony Robbins's best selling introduction to NLP. [Order]

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SPIRITUALITY

• Tools of the Spirit by Robert Dilts. [Order]

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SPORTS

• Golf: The Mind Game by Marlin Mackenzie, 1990. Golf is the #1 sport among young professionals. In this book, acclaimed sports psychologist Dr. Marlin Mackenzie teaches both world-class and weekend golf enthusiasts how to tap into their inner game through the use of NLP (neuro-linguistic programming). [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Driving by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Overcoming the Yips! by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]
• Integrating Mind & Body: NLP for Better Golf - Putting by Nicholas M. Rosa, 1998. A tape set about achieving peak performance in golf using NLP. [Order]

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SUBMODALITIES

• Change Your Mind-And Keep the Change : Advanced Nlp Submodalities Interventions by Connirae Andreas, Steve Andreas, 1987. [Order]
• Core Transformation : Reaching the Wellspring Within by Connirae Andreas, Tamara Andreas, 1996. [Order]
• Heart of the Mind : Engaging Your Inner Power to Change With Neuro-Linguistic Programming by Connirae Andreas, Steve Andreas, 1989. [Order]
• Using Your Brain—For a Change by Richard Bandler, Connirae Andreas, 1985. The first book on submodalities. A well-edited workshop transcript that is fun to read, simple, and clear with great illustrations. [Order]

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SYSTEMS THINKING

• The Fifth Discipline : The Art and Practice of the Learning Organization by Peter Senge, 1994. An excellent introduction to systems thinking in a business and organizational environment. [Order]
• The Art of Systems Thinking : Essential Skills for Creativity and Problem Solving by Joseph O'Connor, Ian McDermott, 1998. [Order]
• Steps to an Ecology of Mind by Gregory Bateson, 1972. [Order]

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THERAPY

• Provocative Therapy by Frank Farrelly, Jeff Brandsma. Frank Farrelly's book on how to use provocation and surprise to move people into new models of the world. [Order]
• Conjoint Family Therapy by Virginia Satir, 1964. [Order]
• The Gestalt Approach: Eyewitness to Therapy by Fritz Perls, 1973. [Order]
• Change; Principles of Problem Formation and Problem Resolution by Paul Watzlawick, 1988. [Order]
• Changing With Families by Richard Bandler, Virginia Satir, 1976. [Order]
• Change Your Mind-And Keep the Change : Advanced Nlp Submodalities Interventions by Connirae Andreas, Steve Andreas, 1987. [Order]
• Heart of the Mind : Engaging Your Inner Power to Change With Neuro-Linguistic Programming by Connirae Andreas, Steve Andreas, 1989. [Order]
• Time for a Change by Richard Bandler, 1993. A book about using hypnosis, submodalities, and such phenomenon to enhance your internal life. [Order]
• The Emotional Hostage : Rescuing Your Emotional Life by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, Michael Lebeau, 1986. A great book on dealing with and using your emotions. [Order]
• Know How: Guided Programs for Inventing Your Own Best Future by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, et al, 1986. A "cook book" of modeled behaviors for many different skills. [Order]
• Solutions : Practical and Effective Antidotes for Sexual and Relationship Problems by Leslie Cameron-Bandler, 1985. [Order]
• Time Line Therapy and the Basis of Personality by Tad James, Wyatt Woodsmall, 1988. [Order]

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TRAINING

• Effective Presentation Skills by Robert Dilts. [Order]
• Training With Nlp : Skills for Managers, Trainers and Communicators by John Seymour, Joseph O'Connor, 1994. [Order]
• The Learning Brain by Eric Jensen, 1994. An excellent summary of what we know about cognitive science and learning. [Order]
• Words that Change Minds by Shelle Rose Charvet, 1997. The best introduction to NLP's “meta-programs” around. Shelle presents all the meta-program patterns with practical applications and lots of expamples of how to use each pattern in business and personal life. [Order]

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This book list was contributed by:

Additions were made by Stever Robbins and Bob Janes.