The 3 books I wish I had started with in my first year of trading, you may not even heard of them;
I will read them in this order.
1. Technical Analysis Explained: The successful Investor's guide to spotting investment trends and turning points -
@martin_pring
Timeless principles. Covered almost all the technical aspects and explanation infused with market participant behavior at certain spot, pattern in the market. Analysis of secular trends, along with unique indicators to measure investor confidence. Effect of bond and commodities price to stock market, and seasonal pattern. Market breadth. There's also coverage of ETFs in sectors and industry group which I do not see in any books. A whole lot of practical advice. This book will give you solid foundation to prepare for CMT, CFTe exam, it's one of the institute recommended reading list. You keep this book like an encyclopedia infront of your trading desk to reference certain topics or industry trend surfacing in the market.
2. The Universal Principles of Successful Trading, essential knowledge for all traders in all markets - Brent Penfold (Australia)
I haven't come across any books that discussed performance metrics analysis, risk management and money management as detailed as Brent. You will gain alot of enlightenment to the best suited money management model for your trading. This book is ASX and FX based but the principles is very applicable since no traders can escape from risk management.
3. I will recommend 2 books here.
a) If you want to further strengthen your chart reading into lower timeframe;
High Probability Trading, take the steps to become a successful trader - Marcel Link
b) If you want to further strengthen your risk control, analyzing your trading performance metrics and structure your trading in ratioing to R multiples in your spreadsheet (which
@BrianLeeTrades @LoneStockTrader and myself highly recommend,
@traderlion website also has a summary of the R concept
(
traderlion.com/risk-manageme… )
Super Trader, make consistent profits in good and bad markets - Dr Van K. Thrap
I think these are great and strong books for beginners, even for seasoned traders. Why I haven't recommend popular books like; How to Make Money In Stocks, William O Neil, because the book require you to already have knowledge of TA. It's only recommended, in my humble opinion, if you are already strong technically and know how to manage a position. Market Wizards and Reminiscences of a Stock Operator are great story book to seasoned traders that may be able to pick out some quotes here or there for their 'aha-moments'