I am a bookworm.
Sure, with my photography and homeschooling three kids I don’t have as much time for reading as I did 10+ years ago but I still love to read through a good book. And visiting a bookstore? Don’t even get me started 
I enjoy a good fiction story here and there but what I really love to read are non-fiction. Give me a biography, historical account, or an educational read like a photography book any day of the week and I’m one happy woman.
When it comes to photography books, there are loads of options out there. So many that it can be overwhelming to decide which ones to choose. To help you out, I cleared out my bookshelf (a beautiful handcrafted piece my father-in-law made) and scrolled through my Amazon wish list to compile my favorites and the ones I can’t wait to read.
Perfect for the new photographer:
Understanding Exposure: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera
by Bryan Peterson
Capture the Moment: The Modern Photographer’s Guide to Finding Beauty in Everyday and Family Life
by Sarah Wilkerson
A Beautiful Mess Photo Idea Book: 95 Inspiring Ideas for Photographing Your Friends, Your World, and Yourself
by Elsie Larson and Emma Chapman
The Practical Zone System for Film and Digital Photography
by Chris Johnson
Exposure Solutions: The Most Common Photography Problems and How to Solve Them
by Bryan Peterson
Beyond Snapshots: How to Take That Fancy DSLR Camera Off “Auto” and Photograph Your Life like a Pro
by Rachel Devine and Peta Mazey
Perfect Exposure: The Professional Guide to Capturing Perfect Digital Photographs
by Michael Freeman
Understanding Shutter Speed: Creative Action and Low Light Photography Beyond 1/125 Second
by Bryan Peterson
Read This If You Want to Take Great Photographs
by Henry Carroll
Perfect your photography skills:
Why Photographers Work: 52 Great Images Who Made Them, What Makes Them Special and Why
by George Barr
Inspiration in Photography: Train Your Mind to Make Great Art a Habit
by Brooke Shaden
The Art of the Photograph: Essential Habits for Stronger Compositions
by Art Wolfe and Rob Sheppard
Within the Frame: The Journey of Photographic Vision
by David duChemin
Exhibiting Photography: A Practical Guide to Displaying Your Work
by Shirley Read
Photographic Composition: Principles of Image Design
by Albrecht Rissler
Lensbaby: Bending Your Perspective
by Corey Hilz
The Print and the Process: Taking Compelling Photographs from Vision to Expression
by David duChemin
Picture Perfect Practice: A Self-Training Guide to Mastering the Challenges of Taking World-Class Photographs
by Roberto Valenzuela
Photographically Speaking: A Deeper Look at Creating Stronger Images
by David duChemin
VisionMongers: Making a Life and a Living in Photography
by David duChemin
Camera & Craft: Learning the Technical Art of Digital Photography
by Andy Batt, Candace Dobro, & Jodie Steen
The Visual Palette: Defining Your Photographic Style
by Brian Matiash
How to photograph people:
The Design Aglow Posing Guide for Family Portrait Photography
by Lena Hyde
100% Kid: A Photographer’s Guide to Capturing Kids in a Whole New Light
by Allison Tyler Jones
Natural Newborn Baby Photography: A Guide to Posing, Shooting, and Business
by Robyn Long
Your Family in Pictures: The Parents’ Guide to Photographing Holidays, Family Portraits, and Everyday Life
by Me Ra Koh
Fashion Photography 101
by Lara Jade
Photographing Men: Posing, Lighting, and Shooting Techniques for Portrait and Fashion Photography
by Jeff Rojas
This Modern Romance: The Artistry, Technique, and Business of Engagement Photography
by Stephanie Williams with Christen Vidanovic
The New Art of Capturing Love: The Essential Guide to Lesbian & Gay Wedding Photography
by Kathryn Hamm and Thea Dodds
Your Child in Pictures: The Parents’ Guide to Photographing Your Toddler and Child from Age One to Ten
by Me Ra Koh
Elevate the Everyday: A Photographic Guide to Picturing Motherhood
by Tracey Clark
Faces: Photography and the Art of Portraiture
by Paul Fuqua and Steven Biver
Wedding Storyteller: Elevating the Approach to Photographing Wedding Stories
by Roberto Valenzuela
Learn about lighting your pictures:
Picture Perfect Lighting: An Innovatvec Lighting System for Photographing People
by Roberto Valenzuela
Photographing Shadow and Light
by Joey L
On-Camera Flash: Techniques for Digital Wedding and Portrait Photography
by Neil van Niekerk
Mater Lighting Guide for Portrait Photographers
by Christopher Grey
The Luminous Portrait: Capture the Beauty of Natural Light for Glowing, Flattering Photographs
by Elizabeth Messina
One Flash! Great Photography with Just One Light
by Tilo Gockel
The BetterPhoto Guide to Photographing Light: Learn to Capture Stunning Light in any Situation
by Jim Miotke and Kerry Drager
Advice on night photography:
Creative Night: Digital Photography Tips & Techniques
by Harold Davis
Astrophotography
by Thierry Legault
Photograph nature and the outdoors:
The Complete Guide to Macro and Close-Up Photography
by Cyrill Harnischmacher
John Shaw’s Guide to Digital Nature Photography
by John Shaw
The New Art of Photographing Nature
by Art Wolfe
Food photography to satisfy your hunger:
Food Photography: A Beginner’s Guide to Creating Appetizing Images
by Corinna Gissemann
Focus on Food Photography for Bloggers: Focus on the Fundamentals
by Matt Armendariz
Editing guides you don’t want to miss:
Photography inspiration from some of the greats:
Woman in the Mirror
by Richard Avedon
A Photographer’s Life: 1990-2005
by Annie Leibovitz
Personal Best
by Elliott Erwitt
America: Icons and Ingenuity
by Dan Winters
Last Launch: Discover, Endeavour, Atlantis
by Dan Winters
50 Portraits: Stories and Techniques from a Photographer’s Photographer
by Gregory Heisler
Moments: The Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photographs
by Hal Buell
Comic Genius: Portraits of Funny People
by Matt Hoyle
Street Photographer
by Vivian Mayer
Storms
by Mitch Dobrowner
A Shadow Falls
by Nick Brandt
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