Playing the Stock Market

I know nothing about playing the stock market.  I know there is a bull market and a bear market and one is good to buy in and the other is good to sell in, but don't really know which one applies to which.  I know there is a global recession - which many claim is actually over, but I am yet to see the evidence of this.  I also know groceries are costing more and more, basic amenities are costing more and finding an alternative source of energy has become paramount.

So, besides trying to make ends meet, trying to get one's monthly income to stretch as far as possible and trying to do one's share in saving the planet - can the Stock Market still deliver a little bonus?

To be honest I have no idea, but here are some interesting reads on investing and the secrets to success, if you've been hoping to get into the market, but have been unsure how to start then maybe there is something for you here:

PENNY STOCKS
TRADING PRO
RICK THOMAS'S 30 DAY WEALTH PROGRAM
FOREX SET AND FORGET TRADE