The Trader’s Handbook by Richard Moglen (with Ross Haber, Ameet Rai, and Nick Schmidt)
Year First Published: 2025
Category/Genre: Nonfiction, Investing, Trading, Finance

The Trader’s Handbook: Winning Habits and Routines of Successful Traders is a comprehensive, practical guide designed for traders and investors seeking to master the craft of stock trading with a professional edge. Authored by Richard Moglen—alongside Ross Haber, Ameet Rai, and Nick Schmidt—the book distills decades of real-world experience, proprietary research, and interviews with top traders into a clear, actionable roadmap for success.

The book covers the full spectrum of technical analysis and trading psychology, including:

Price and Volume Analysis: Learn to read the “tape” and identify the key signals that precede major moves.

Chart Patterns and Setups: Detailed breakdowns of high-probability trades, including gap-ups, launch pads, base breakouts, and more, with annotated real-world examples.

Risk Management: Step-by-step frameworks for position sizing, stop-loss placement, and protecting capital through all market conditions.

Market Cycles: Strategies for recognizing and adapting to bull markets, corrections, and breakout phases so you know when to attack and when to stand aside.

Daily Routines and Mindset: Insights into the habits, discipline, and psychological resilience required to thrive, including a four-stage “Trader’s Journey” to build lasting success.

Model Book: Hundreds of annotated charts showcasing historical stock market winners, highlighting breakout points, key patterns, and price behavior.

Each chapter concludes with hands-on challenges and action steps, making the book not just educational but transformational for readers at all stages—from beginners to advanced traders. The authors emphasize building a robust, repeatable process, rooted in sound principles rather than chasing market opinions or hype