Western Astrology
For an easy and intelligent book for a beginner this is my first choice. Steven Forrest is a witty writer with a warm and sensitive style. He uses archetypes and explains the concepts of astrology with an earthy, down to earth approach. This book describes the basics - signs, planets and houses. Its so entertaining that advanced astrologers can also enjoy it.

I sell a great astrology report written by Steven which would make an ideal accompaniment to this book. See The Sky Within Astrology Report>

Chiron and the Healing Journey by Melanie Reinhardt This book is a classic of original thinking, inspiration, depth of astrological experience and careful research. It has more than stood the test of time.

Astrology for the Soul by Jan Spiller Explores the astrological significance of the Moon's north node and describes how it influences the different signs of the zodiac. She's a brilliant author.

How to Be a Great Astrologer The Planetary aspects explained: James Braha This is a classic with beautiful etchings of angels and great info on the nodes (destiny).

Predictive Astrology: The Eagle and the Lark by Bernadette Brady The book I refer to for eclipses.

Inspiration, Leadership and Abundance
The Success Principles: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Jack Canfield and Janet Switzer

The Corporate Mystic: A Guidebook for Visionaries with Their Feet on the Ground by Gay Hendricks Combines pithy advice, memorable quotations, and enlightening true stories with sections on everything from making meetings more interesting to turning failures into breakthroughs.

Change Your Life in Seven Days by Paul McKenna Book and CD. a good 'how to' book with some wonderful affirmations for self love.

Creativity
The War of Art: Winning the Inner Creative Battle by Steven Pressfield For everyone who battles with resistance, this is a must.

ORACLES
Osho Zen Tarot: The Transcendental Game Zen by Osho.
These cards need no knowledge of traditional tarot and the cards are beautiful and easy to understand. Osho was a great spiritual teacher. I refer to these cards each time I write a newsletter or put on a workshop for inspiration and guidance.

When Oracles Speak: Opening Yourself to Messages Found in Dreams, Signs and the Voices of Nature by Dianne Skafte.
Ancient peoples were able to interpret the messages that they received from the voices of the birds, the whisper of the leaves, dreams and the sacred art of divination. In modern times we might see a bird or an animal, or hear someone else's conversations and know that it contains a message for us. This book describes these modern oracles and describes practical guidance on attuning ourselves to their wisdom.