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Astrology Books For Everyone

Steven Forrest: Yesterday's Sky: Astrology and Reincarnation
Steven Forrest is an astrologer, philosopher and poet. I've met him only once, but consider him one of my greatest teachers and mentors. This book is one of his best.
Steven Forrest: The Inner Sky: How to Make Wiser Choices for a More Fulfilling Life
For beginning astrology students who want to go beyond sun signs to understand their chart. For intermediate and advanced students who want to cut through information overload and gain a broader perspective on a chart. Forrest's approach forms the core of my own practice. I can't praise this book enough.
Jan Spiller: New Moon Astrology: The Secret of Astrological Timing to Make All Your Dreams Come True
Jan explains her technique for manifesting your desires using the power of the lunation cycles. Easy to try, and nothing to lose by testing her theories.
Steven Forrest: The Changing Sky: A Practical Guide to Predictive Astrology
One of my all-time favorites. Brings together an enormous amount of information in a way that helps you "think like an astrologer". If I had to choose only one book on predictive astrology, this would be it.
Erin Sullivan: Astrology Of Midlife And Aging
Intelligent examination of astrology's "generations", from the "Greatest Generation", to the baby boomers, to Generation X and beyond. Explains how each generation is unique, and what makes each one tick, from an astrological perspective.
Barbara Clow: Liquid Light Of Sex
Explains the most significant life passages (Saturn Return, Uranus Opposition, Chiron Return) in a clear, readable way. A useful appendix gives approximate dates of these passages by birth month and year.
Linda Goodman: Linda Goodman's Sun Signs
Dated, annoyingly sexist and oh so 70's, but a really fun read. In spite of its flaws, this classic still offers insightful information for every sign.
Susan Miller: Planets and Possibilities: Explore the World of the Zodiac Beyond Just Your Sign
A fun introduction to the 12 sun signs. Very readable for those with no introduction to astrology.
Elizabeth Rose Campbell: Intuitive Astrology: Follow Your Best Instincts to Become Who You Always Intended to Be
A good introduction for the beginner who doesn't want to be overloaded with information, and doesn't want to be dictated to. Lets you explore and find your own truths.

Books For Astrologers

Stephen Arroyo: Astrology, Karma and Transformation: The Inner Dimensions of the Birth Chart
A dense, psychologically-oriented book to read slowly and savor. My first thought was "no way" - too long and dry -- but now I'm hooked. Go figure.
Carole Devine: Solar Arc Directions: How To Read Life's Roadmap
Carole demonstrates this accurate predictive technique through many example charts. The basic technique is simple - the subsequent chapters are tougher. A book to re-read & study.
Neil Michelsen: American Ephemeris for the Twenty-First Century: 2001-2050
A must-have reference for the serious astrologer.
Constance Stellas: Advanced Astrology for Life: Balance Your Life with Planetary Power
A concise summary of techniques and information; a helpful reference for experienced astrologers. This book has helped me to get the most from my astrology software.
Brady: Predictive Astrology P
An impressive and thorough textbook on transits, progressions and returns. Must-read for the serious student of astrology.

Astronomy

Chet Raymo: An Intimate Look at the Night Sky
A lovely look at the sky throughout the year. Mixing mythology and astronomy, Raymo guides the reader to search for each season's most easily found astronomical highlights, including the 12 signs of the zodiac.
Dava Sobel: Planets
A comprehensive, technical, but imaginatively written survey of each planet in our solar system. Understanding the scientific nature of each planet can truly inform your astrological investigations. I'm listening to it on CD. Sometimes it's tough going, but I still recommend it.

Tarot Books

Rachel Pollack: Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom: A Book of Tarot
A Tarot classic, which offers not only accepted meanings of the traditional decks, but more importantly, teaches how to use intuition, context, and personal study to interpret spreads.
Juliet Sharman-Burke: Beginner's Guide to Tarot Box Set: 78 Card Deck
A great way to begin learning Tarot. The cards are beautiful - I use them in my own work. The small, concise book is surprisingly rich in its explanation of the cards.
Ruth Ann Amberstone: Tarot Tips
An accessible compendium of tips and advice for the beginner and novice students of tarot.