If you’re ready to quit smoking or vaping — or you’re supporting someone who is — these are the UK’s most-bought, most-trusted resources right now. Swipe through the Top 10, then read the quick notes below to pick the format and approach that fits you.
Top 10 Best-Selling Stop Smoking Books
Why they’re good
Why these Top 10 picks are worth it
- Allen Carr’s Easy Way to Stop Smoking (Paperback) — Removes the desire to smoke instead of relying on willpower; simple, fast read with proven popularity.
- Allen Carr’s Easy Way to Quit Vaping (Audible) — Same craving-reversal method adapted for vapes; listen on commutes to keep motivation high.
- Refusal Record Book (Challenge 25) — Practical, compliant logging for shops selling tobacco/e-cigs; reduces risk with clear records.
- Quit Smoking Hypnosis (Audible) — Guided sessions to reframe triggers and cravings; easy to repeat for reinforcement.
- The Easy Way for Women to Stop Smoking (Audible) — Women-focused framing and scenarios; empathetic tone helps embed habits.
- Quit Smoking Hypnosis for Complete Cessation (Audible) — Identity shift toward “non-smoker”; useful if logic-only methods haven’t stuck.
- Allen Carr’s Stop Smoking Now (Audible) — “Start today” framing; pairs well with the classic book for layered support.
- This Naked Mind: Nicotine (Audible) — Behavioural psychology approach to cue → craving loops; gentle, non-shaming.
- Easy Way to Quit Smoking Without Willpower (Paperback) — Updated edition adds quit-vaping + hypnotherapy; solid all-in-one for mixed users.
- The Only Way to Stop Smoking Permanently (Paperback) — Focus on long-term relapse prevention and “just one” traps.
Notes & FAQs
Is this medical advice?
No. These are self-help resources. If you have withdrawal concerns or health conditions, speak with your GP or a qualified stop-smoking advisor.
Book vs Audible — which should I pick?
- Audiobook if you like coaching-style guidance and repetition during commutes/walks.
- Paperback if you prefer to highlight, revisit chapters, and set a focused quit day.
Can I combine these with NRT (patches, gum, lozenges)?
Yes. Many people blend mindset methods with nicotine replacement to reduce cravings while habits change.
How do I handle social triggers?
Plan a substitute action (water, quick walk, 4-7-8 breathing), rehearse a one-liner for offers (“I’ve quit, feeling great!”), and leave early if needed.
