Allen Carr's quit-smoking books: which one should you choose?

The Allen Carr method is one of the best-known ways to stop smoking without patches or medication. The idea: remove the desire to smoke by dismantling the beliefs that feed the addiction, rather than relying on willpower alone. Several books exist — here is a clear comparison to pick the right one.

1. The Easy Way to Stop Smoking

This is the reference book, the best-seller and the recommended starting point for most smokers. It lays out the full method step by step and works whatever your level of consumption.

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The Easy Way to Stop Smoking (French edition)

Allen Carr's best-seller — the reference edition to start with.

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2. Stop Smoking Now

A more direct, condensed version that gets straight to the point. Ideal if you already know the method or want a quick read before quitting.

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Stop Smoking Now (French edition)

The express version of the method, straight to the point.

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3. Stop Smoking Without Gaining Weight

This edition tackles a very common fear: gaining weight when quitting. It applies the method with a focus on weight and eating. A good pick if that is your main barrier.

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Stop Smoking Without Gaining Weight (French edition)

For those held back by the fear of gaining weight.

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So which one should you choose?

• New to the method → start with The Easy Way to Stop Smoking.
• Want short and effective → Stop Smoking Now.
• Main barrier is weight gain → the Without Gaining Weight edition.

Whichever title you pick, the core of the method is the same. The key is to read the book all the way through, calmly, to the end — that is where it works.