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Bibliography of Recently Published Books in Psychodrama

Compiled by Adam Blatner, M.D.

Last updated, May 2000

(Please notify me of additions and corrections at adam@blatner.com)


Many of these books may be ordered through the ASGPP-affiliated book service, "Mental Health Resources." Phone, toll Free 1-877-647-0202; or email: mhr@ulster.net

Bannister, Anne. (1997). The Healing Drama: Psychodrama and Dramatherapy with Abused Children. 180 pp. pb. $19.50 + 3.50 shp. London: Free Association Books. Available also through NYU Press, 70 Washington Sq. South, New York, NY 10012. Phone: 1-800-996-6987. Or: http://www.nyupress.nyu.edu

Blatner, Adam. (1996). Acting-In: Practical Applications of Psychodramatic Methods. (3rd Ed.). 224 pp. paperback (pb), $29.95 +$3.50 shipping (shp). Springer Publishing Co. 536 Broadway, New York, NY 10012-3955.
(Phone: (212) 431-4370) or marketing@springerpub.com
There is also a 1997 edition from Free Association Books in London with a directory of psychodramatists internationally.)

Blatner, Adam. (2000). Foundations of Psychodrama: History, Theory, and Practice. (4th Ed., extensively revised, updated, expanded.) 304pp., hardback. $42.95 +$4.50 shp. Springer (as above).

**Blatner, Adam, and Blatner, Allee(1997). The Art of Play: Helping Adults Reclaim Imagination & Spontaneity. (Revised 2nd ed!) 206pp. $29.95pb + Shipping [note below] Brunner/Mazel-Taylor & Francis, 7625 Empire Drive, Florence, KY 41042. Call toll-free: 1-800-634-7064,. fax toll-free 1-800-248-4724, and via email at: bkorders@taylorandfrancis.com
Shipping for books from Brunner-Mazel, Routledge, or Jessica Kingsley--all part of the Taylor & Francis Publishing Group, costs: (in US Dollars): 1st book, $4, Each add'l $1.00. (Canada: $5.00, & $1.50, respectively). Sales Tax: Residents of the following states, please add applicable sales tax: CA, CT, KY, NY, PA. Canadian residents, please add 7%

Clayton, G. Max. Enhancing Life & Relationships: A Role Training Manual. (1992). $18? c/o Psychodrama Institute, PO Box 5302, Lambton Quay, Wellington, New Zealand (Also other small books:)
Living Pictures of the Self: Applications of Role Theory. (1993) $25
Effective Group Leadership. (1994) $27
Also, but out of print: (1991). Directing Psychodrama: A Training Companion. 110 pp., $15.

Dayton, Tian. (1990). Drama Games: Techniques for Self-Development. 220pp., pb $7.95 + $4.50 shp. Health Communications, Inc. 3201 SW 15th St, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442-8190; tel 1-(800) 441-5569.

Dayton, Tian. (1994). The Drama Within: Psychodrama and Experiential Therapy. 269 pg., pb, $14.95 + $4.50 postage. HCI (as above)

Farmer, Chris. (1996). Psychodrama and Systemic Therapy. 116pp., pb, $23.50 + $3 shp. London: Karnac Books. (In USA: c/o Taylor & Francis, 47 Runway Road, Levittown, PA 19057-4700; tel. 1-800-821-8312. or email: bkorders@taylorandfrancis.com

Fox, Jonathan (Ed.). (1987). The Essential Moreno: Writings...by J.L. Moreno. 260pp. pb.$32.95. Springer Publishing Co. 536 Broadway, New York, NY 10012-3955 (Phone: (212) 431-4370)

Fox, Jonathan. (1994) Acts of Service: Spontaneity, Commitment, Tradition in the Nonscripted Theatre. Pb: $25 + $3 shp. Tusitala Publishing, 137 Hasbrouck Rd, New Paltz, NY 12561. Tel: (914) 255-8163; Fax (914) 255-1281. Website: www.playbacknet.org/tusitala

Fox, Jonathan; & Dauber, Heinrich (Eds.). (1999). Gathering Voices: Essays on Playback Theatre. Tusitala (as above.)

Fuhlrodt, Robert L. (Ed.) (1990). Psychodrama: Its Application to ACOA and Substance Abuse Treatment. 125pp. $12.95 + $2.75 shp. Perrin & Treggett Books, 3130 Rt 10 W, Denville, NJ 07834.

Goldman, Elaine E. & Morrison, Delcy Schram. (1984). Psychodrama: Experience & Process. (revis'd) 135 pp. $15 + $1.25 shp. Eldemar Corp. 5812 N 12th St #32 Phoenix, AZ 85014

Goldman, E.E., Morrison, D.C., & Goldman, M.S., (1987). Psychodrama: A Training Video + study guide. $85+2.25 shp. Eldemar Corp.

Hare, A. Paul, & Hare, June Rabson. (1996). J.L. Moreno. (Part of a series, "Key Figures in Psychotherapy"). 160 pp. £10.95 paper, £25 hardback. London: Sage Publications, 6 Bonhhill Street, London EC2A 4PU. or: Sage Publications, 2455 Teller Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Email: info@sagepub.com

Haskell, Martin R. (1975). Socioanalysis: Self-Direction via Sociometry & Psychodrama. 298 pp, hb, $35. R. Haskell, 1750 E Ocean Blvd Apt 813, Long Beach, CA 90802.

Hayden-Seman, Joyce. (1998). Action Modality Couples Therapy: Using Psychodramatic Techniques in Helping Troubled Relationships. Hb, $40, + 3.95 (shipping). Jason Aronson, Inc., 400 Keystone Industrial Park, Dunmore, PA 18512; or call: 1-800-782-0015

Hoey, Bernadette. (1997). Who Calls the Tune? A Psychodramatic Approach to Child Therapy. 150pp. pb. $22.99; hardback, $65. Plus Shipping** (See costs above for Taylor & Francis). Routledge-Taylor & Francis, 7625 Empire Drive, Florence, KY 41042. Call toll-free: 1-800-634-7064,. fax toll-free 1-800-248-4724, and via email at: bkorders@taylorandfrancis.com

Hollander, Carl. (1998). The Warm Up Box. (Revised and Expanded): A file box with warm-ups on 3x5" cards. $50.00+$5.00 postg/handling in the USA. Hollander Institute c/o HealthMark Clinic 4700 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80222.

Holmes, Paul. (1992). The Inner World Outside: Object Relations Theory and Psychodrama. London & New York: Routledge. (Unavailable; Out of Print**)

Holmes, Paul, & Karp, Marcia (Eds.) (1991). Psychodrama: Inspiration & Technique. 263 pp., Routledge (unavailable, out of print.)

Holmes, Paul; Karp, Marcia; & Watson, Michael (Eds.) (1994). Psychodrama Since Moreno: Innovations in Theory and Practice. pb, $27.95. 304pp, Routledge-Taylor & Francis, as above.

Hudgins, Kate Healing Sexual Trauma: An Experiential Practice Approach. Monograph available from: The Center for Experiential Learning, Ltd., 1460 Stoney Creek Drive, Charlottesville VA 22902 (804) 923-8290.

Karp, Marcia; Holmes, Paul; & Bradshaw-Tauvon, Kate (Eds.) (1998). Handbook of Psychodrama. pb. $25.99 PaperB /$80.00 HardCover.. Routledge-Taylor & Francis as above, plus ** Shipping (as described above).

Kellermann, Peter Felix. (1992). Focus on Psychodrama: The Therapeutic Aspects of Psychodrama. pb, 195 pp. $27. paperback. Jessica Kingsley-Taylor & Francis. (address and shipping as above.) or email: bkorders@taylorandfrancis.com
(In England, the address is: 116 Pentonville Rd., London N1 9JB)

Kellermann, Peter Felix, & Hudgins, Kate (Eds). (2000). Psychodrama and Trauma: Acting Out Your Pain. Jessica Kingsley-Taylor & Francis. As above. (Foreword by Zerka T. Moreno).

Kipper, David A (1986). Psychotherapy Through Clinical Role Playing. 400 pp.$52.95. Brunner/Mazel-Taylor & Francis, as above.

Leveton, Eva (1992). A Clinician's Guide to Psychodrama. 188 pp., pb. $24.95 Springer Publishing Co. 536 Broadway, New York, NY 10012-3955 (Phone: (212) 431-4370)

Marineau, Rene' F (1989) Jacob Levi Moreno, 1889-1974. (A Biography) 214 pp., Routledge. (unavailable--out of print)

Miller, Donell. (1999). Catharsis and closure. Redlands, CA: Author (see below).*
-- (1999). The parables of Jesus unveil the kingdom of God (for bibliodrama).
-- (1998) Teens connect with psychodrama.* 162 pg., $15
-- (1997) Changing the past.* (106 pg.) $10
-- (1996) Generic Psychodramas for Students & Teachers. 112 pg.
-- (1998) Celebrating Role Transition Through Psychodrama. (2nd ed.) * (@100 pg)
-- (1996) The 28 Plot System for Psychodrama. (96 pg.)
- (1997). The Presence in Psychodrama. (106 pg.) $10
- (1998). Doers of the word: Introducing bibliodrama. * 181pg $20
- (1997) Collision Course. (a mystery novel as vehicle for introducing psychodrama.) 200pg, $20
- (In press) Scripts and counterscripts for improvisational theater and therapy.
- (2000) Lift up your head and breathe. (On depression)
-(1999?) Backfire. (194 pg.) (A mystery novel which includes a good deal of psychodrama.)
These small books cost about $10-20 each, plus shipping costs. They, as well as reprints of a number of the original Moreno-published Beacon House books and even some originals still in stock, available from: Beacon Book-Remainders, 1610 Helena Lane, Redlands, CA 92373. (909) 798-2765

Moreno, J.L. (1953/1993). Who Shall Survive? (3rd "Student" Ed.). This classic work on sociometry is now available for $37.50 Hardbound, $27.50 paperback; to send for it, add $2 for 1st item and $1 for each additional item, and make payment to ASGPP or the American Society for Group Psychotherapy & Psychodrama.

Moreno, J.L. (1963). The Words of the Father. (Narrated by Moreno himself, so you can hear his dramatic voice and his spiritual philosophy.) Audiocassette). $10 (from ASGPP)

Moreno, J.L. (1947, revised in '70s). Psychodrama, Vol 1. Now re-published! by ASGPP (see Moreno, above): $27.50

Moreno, Joseph. (1999). Acting Your Inner Music: Music Therapy & Psychodrama. MMB Publications. St. Louis.

Moreno, Zerka T. (@1972, republished in '93). Love Songs to Life: Poems. ASGPP pb, $20

Moreno, Zerka T., Blomkvist, Leif Dag, & Rützel, Thomas. (2000). Psychodrama, Surplus Reality, and the Art of Healing.
$44.95 Hardcover. Routledge-Taylor & Francis. 7625 Empire Drive, Florence, KY 41042-2919. Ph: 800.634.7064 fax: 800.248.4724. (**Shipping costs as stated previously.) or email: bkorders@taylorandfrancis.com

Pitzele, Peter. (1995). Our Fathers' Wells: a Personal Encounter With The Myths of Genesis. San Francisco: HarperSanfrancisco. hb $22. 10 E 53rd St, New York, NY 10032.

Pitzele, Peter. (1998). Scripture Windows. (The practice of bibliodrama.) Los Angeles: Alef Design Group. pb $16.95. 249 pages, 4423 Fruitland Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90058. Telephone (800) 845-0662, Fax (213) 585-0327.

Roine, Eva. (1997). Psychodrama: Group Psychotherapy as Experimental Theatre. $29.95. Jessica Kingsley-Taylor & Francis (as above)..

Sacks, J. M., Bilaniuk, M. & Gendron, J. M. (1999). Bibliography of psychodrama: Inception to date. Over 3000 items, this computer diskette will come with the 1995 hard copy (not as many items). Either Apple MacIntosh or IBM-compatible computer diskette! $35 including postage, from Dr James M. Sacks, 4 Selma Boulevard, Randolph, NJ 07869-3406.

Salas, Jo. (1996). Improvising Real Life: Personal Story to Playback Theatre. (2nd ed.) 186 pg, pb. $19 + $3 shp. Tusitala Publishing, 137 Hasbrouck Rd, New Paltz, NY 12561. Tel: (914) 255-8163; Fax (914) 255-1281. Website: www.playbacknet.org/tusitala

Salas, Jo, & Swallow, Judy. (1994). Tracing Our Roots, Finding Our Place. Video of playback theatre regarding the history of psychodrama. Videotape, $35. ASGPP (see above)

Seabourne, Barbara (1985). Practical Aspects of Psychodrama. Spiral pb, 58pp, $15 incl shp. Author, 546 Oakwood, St. Louis, MO 63119.

Starr, Adaline. (1977). Rehearsal for life: Psychodrama. Chicago: Nelson-Hall. (out of print**)

Stietzel, Lynne D. & Hughey, Andrew R. (1994). Empowerment through spontaneity: A taste of psychodrama. San Jose, CA: Associates for Community Interaction. (5667 Snell Ave Ste 178, San Jose, CA 95123. (1-408-578-1360). $25, 165 pp.

Sternberg, Patricia, & Garcia, Antonina. (2000). Sociodrama: Who's in Your Shoes? (2nd ed.) 224pp., pb, $19.95 +$3.50 shp, Greenwood Publishers 88 Post Road West PO Box 5007, Westport, CT 06881 ; Phone: 1-800-474-4329

Tomasulo, Daniel J. (1998). Action Methods in Group Psychotherapy: Practical Aspects. 234pp. $26.95 pb, 52.95 hb. Accelerated Development- Taylor & Francis. 7625 Empire Drive, Florence, KY 41042-2919. Ph: 800.634.7064 fax: 800.248.4724. (**Shipping costs as stated previously.) or email: bkorders@taylorandfrancis.com

Torrance, E. Paul, Murdock, Mary; & Fletcher, David C. (1996). Creative problem solving through role playing. Clubview, South Africa: Benedic Books. (unavailable: out of print**)

Wilkins, Paul. (1999). Psychodrama. Sage Publishing. 155 pages, paper, @6x9", $21.95 pb; Sage Publications, 2455 Teller Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Email: info@sagepub.com

Williams, Antony. (1989). The Passionate Technique: Strategic Psychodrama with Individuals, Families, and Groups. 240pp.,Routledge (as above). (unavailable--out of print)

Williams, Antony. (1991). Forbidden Agendas: Strategic Action in Groups. 190pp. London/New York: Tavistock/Routledge (unavailable--out of print)

Williams, Antony. (1995). Visual & Active Supervision. 286pp. clothbound. New York: Norton.

Yablonsky, Lewis. (1992). Psychodrama. (a classic;. Originally 1976, from Basic Books, then 1981 from Gardner Press; recently reissued by Brunner/Mazel for (see address/phone above- now, Taylor & Francis)


Also note chapters in books:

Blatner, A. (1995). Psychodrama. In RJ Corsini & D Wedding, Current Psychotherapies (5th Ed.). Itasca, IL: F.E. Peacock. (This is a major text in comparative therapeutic approaches.)

Blatner, A. (1999). Psychodrama. In D.J. Wiener (Ed.), Beyond Talk Therapy: Action Approaches in Treatment

Corey, G. (2000). Theory and practice of group counseling (5th Ed.). (Chapter 8 on psychodrama). Pacific Grove, CA: Brooks/Cole. (good review, and how to integrate it with other approaches, due out by July 1999!)

The International Journal of Action Methods: Psychodrama, Skill Training & Role Playing (Recently renamed, was previously The Journal of Group Psychotherapy, Psychodrama & Sociometry. These have served as the official journal of the American Society for Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama--ASGPP.) Published by Heldref, 1318 18th St, Washington, DC 20006. www.heldref.org (Or subscription included in membership in ASGPP, 301 North Harrison St, Ste 508, Princeton, NJ 08540.)

The Arts in Psychotherapy. Elsevier Science, 660 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown NY 10591-5153

The Journal of the British Psychodrama Association. Where to subscribe?

Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychodrama, Where to Subscribe?


Journals

Psicodrama: Revista da Sociedade Portuguesa de Psicodrama, begun in 1994: Director: António Roma Torres, Rua dos Bragas, 54 - 1ºDtº , 4000 Porto , Portugal.

PsychoDrama: Zeitschrift für Theorie und Praxis. (German). Editor: Ulf Klein inScenario Verlag, Burgstrasse 67, D-51103 Köln, Germany.


** Say, if you find any of the out of print books in your local used book stores, buy them and I'll help re-sell them-- there are people out there who want these! Or if you know anyone who's retiring from the field, ditto!

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