Many library guides seem to show treatises and study materials. We were surprised that many are over ten years old. For this reason, we will not select any traditionally published secondary sources, perhaps with one exception. This approach is supported by scores of Franklin Pierce students who have chosen to exclusively use the materials provided by the bar review course they choose. Their reasoning is that going beyond review materials results in too much information - some of it out of date. Below are study sources chosen by the various patent bar study courses.
The one source we recommend has the the "bible" for studying patent practice for decades. Note that if your school has access to PLI Plus, you have no cost access to this title. Many students have shared that they use this resource to clarify when they find something confusing in review materials or exam questions.
From the Patent Bar Courses:
Top 5 Best Patent Bar Exam Prep Books for Successful Study Plans
The Basics
To prepare effectively for the patent bar exam, it’s essential to have access to comprehensive study materials that cover all relevant topics tested on the examination. Some recommended resources include: