We highly recommend the reading and study of the books and materials outlined below as part of a traders education program.

$$"Money-Making Candlestick Patterns: Backtested for Proven Results", by Steve Palmquist. The book reveals effective candlestick patterns, as well as ones to avoid, and shows how slight changes in the patterns definition can significantly improve results. Each pattern is examined in depth, and backtesting results are shown to illustrate how market conditions and pattern variations can significantly affect results. A full chapter of the book is devoted to market adaptive trading techniques that illustrate how to adapt trading styles and patterns to market conditions. You can find out more about the book or order it by clicking here.

$$ "24 Essential Lessons for Investment Success", by William J, O'Neil. This is a must read for any investor interested in learning how to identify market leaders. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ "It's When You Sell That Counts", by Donald L. Cassidy. Too many people focus on when to buy a stock, but there is no point to buying if you don't have a plan for selling. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ "Dave Landry on Swing Trading", by Dave Landry. Good book for learning short to intermediate term trading techniques. If you don't have this in your library. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ "Encyclopedia of Chart Patterns", by Thomas N. Bulkowski. A very thorough analysis of dozens of chart patterns. This is an excellent reference to keep handy. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ "Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques", by Steve Nison. Provides a good understanding of Candlesticks and their application. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ "The Technical Analysis of Stocks, Options & Futures", by William F. Eng. Covers most technical indicators and their use. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ "The New Science of Technical Analysis", by Thomas R. Demark. A number of ideas from an experienced trader. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ "The Handbook of Technical Analysis", Darrell R. Jobman, editor. A collection of ideas from a number of experienced traders. Click the title to order from Amazon.

$$ Proven Candlestick Patterns DVD. This DVD outlines backtesting research to illustrate what works and what does not work with various candlestick trading patterns. For more information on the 'Proven Candlestick Patterns' DVD click here.

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