Here are a list of some popular and useful photography books to consider:
101 Essential Tips on Photography (101 Essential Tips) -
by Michael John Langford. This book covers every aspect of photography and video, these handy guides feature step-by-step photos and easy-to-understand information on the basics and a bit more. Includes more than 250 full-color photos.
How to Take Good Pictures: A Photo Guide by Kodak - Features include the top ten techniques for better pictures; how to fix mistakes--and keep from making them--information on the technicalities--from speed to lighting--how to take great pictures of any subject; and more.