Here you will find recommended books on Project Management and related topics that I personally endorse.

	A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)  The PMBOK is PMI’s flagship publication and is a fundamental resource for effective project management in any industry. Over the years, business has changed considerably, but projects remain critical drivers of business success. The book includes The Standard for Project Management. The standard is the foundation upon which the vast body of knowledge builds, and the guide serves to capture and summarize that knowledge
	Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling, By Dr Harold R Kerzner This Eleventh Edition of the bestselling “bible” of project management maintains the streamlined approach of the prior editions and moves the content even closer to PMI’s Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). Increased use of sidebars throughout the book helps further align it with the PMBOK and the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam.
	The Conscious Project Leader, by Colin D Ellis The world is full of project managers, so why is it then that projects continue to fail at an alarming rate? In the rush to implement quick-fix solutions, we’ve forgotten that it’s people, relationships and common-sense that are needed to get things delivered successfully. The book provides 52 practical things you can do to improve the way that you, your team and your organisation lead and deliver projects. Regardless of sector or seniority, these practical exercises will make your work more rewarding, help you to be the best version of yourself and deliver projects that your organisation is proud of. The world needs more Conscious Project Leaders, the world needs you!
	The Project Book: The Complete Guide to Consistently Delivering Great Projects, By Colin D Ellis Projects are the lifeblood of organisations, but many projects fall short of expectations because of poor project management and/or poor project sponsorship. The Project Book teaches you the skills and behaviours required to make your projects succeed, every time. The best projects, whether they are delivered in an agile or waterfall way, are a result of the people that lead them and the environment they create. This fail-safe and comprehensive handbook shows you how to develop the mindset and communication skills to create projects that leave a legacy for you, your team and your organisation. Project leaders and senior managers in all business and technical disciplines will benefit from the insightful guidance this book offers and better project outcomes will result. Split into two parts, individually addressing Project Leaders and Project Sponsors, this book guides large project facilitators to understand the importance of people over processes.
	The Hybrid Handbook: How To Set Yourself Up For The Future Of Work, by Colin D Ellis Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic the ability to work in a hybrid way was generally only considered for high value employees. For everyone else, the ability to be able to work a variety of hours in multiple workspaces was a dream. Not any more. The virus removed the behaviours that – for years – had got in the way of hybrid working and now employees expect to be offered the option. The Hybrid Handbook provides, in clear and easy to understand language, the considerations that organisations need to be aware of in order to implement sustainable hybrid working. Whether you’re thinking of implementing hybrid working for a team or an entire organisation, The Hybrid Handbook provides you with the actions you can take now and in the future to do it well.
	Culture Hacks: 26 ways to transform the way you work, by Colin D Ellis Culture is the #1 determinant of team and organisation success and yet too many people still don’t know where to begin the evolution process. Often, they will change the office layout, implement the latest silver bullet method or have the CEO start walking around saying hello to people. Culture Hacks is filled with simple, actionable ideas that over time can transform the way that work gets done. From emails to book clubs and meetings to podcasts take regular steps to build a fantastic work culture that everyone wants to be a part of.
	Strategic Integration of Social Media into Project Management Practice by Gilbert Silvius This is an authoritative reference source for the latest research on benefits and challenges presented by the integration of online social networks in the project development process. Highlighting relevant perspectives on team communication, effective collaboration, and stakeholder engagement, this book is an essential resource for project managers, researchers, graduate students, and practitioners interested in the innovative uses of social media in professional settings. The heavyweight book consists of 18 chapters from various contributing authors. To buy only  chapters that are relevant to you, visit the IGI Global Bookstore.
	Leadership Toolbox for Project Managers: Achieve better results in a dynamic world by Michel A. Dion This book provides to project managers a holistic approach to developing their leadership skills and achieve better results in a dynamic world. This is the approach that this book brings to you: a comprehensive view of leadership covering the key dimensions of leadership. It includes self-awareness, self-development, values and ethics, strategic thinking, team management, and finally decision-making and problem solving.
	Leading Successful PMOs: How to Build the Best Project Management Office for Your Business, by Peter Taylor Many organizations profit hugely by utilizing a Project Management Office (PMO); it means they achieve benefits from standardizing and following project management policies, processes, and methods. However, building an effective PMO is a complex process; it requires clear vision and strong leadership so that, over time, it will become the source for guidance, documentation, and metrics related to the practices involved in managing and implementing projects. Leading Successful PMOs will guide all project based organizations, and project managers who contribute to and benefit from a PMO, towards maximizing their project success. It outlines the basics of setting up a PMO and clearly explains how to ensure it will do exactly what you need it to do – the right things, in the right way, in the right order, with the right team.
	The Power of Project Leadership: 7 Keys to Help You Transform from Project Manager to Project Leader by Susanne Madsen This book will hep project managers transform into proactive, accountable project leaders. It explains what good project leadership looks like and explains how to make the transition using concrete tools and strategies. This book teachers project managers how to feel more confident and assertive as project manager and leader, gain control of a project by delegating 50% of their workload, handle conflict and poor performance, build a highly motivated and driven team, continuously look for opportunities to innovate, be comfortable taking risks, and become a project leader.
	The Project Management Answer Book By Jeff Furman In a highly accessible question-and-answer format, The Project Management Answer Book is a ready resource for everyone involved in project management. The book covers all aspects of project management, highlighting best practices and real-world tips and techniques, all in sync with PMI’s A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide).
	Alpha Project Managers: What the Top 2% Know That Everyone Else Does Not by Andy Crowe Debunking misconceptions surrounding successful project managers, this source builds upon a landmark survey of more than 800 project managers from around the world to highlight the traits that make them stand out in the minds of their teams, senior managers, customers, and stakeholders. Through in-depth interviews and discussions, the common attributes of these elite project managers—from character and beliefs to organizational approaches—are uncovered and help to explain their achievements. Painstakingly researched, this guide offers key insights by providing multiple perspectives on the character makeup of the world’s most successful project managers.
	The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management: The Comprehensive, Easy to Read Handbook for Beginners and Pros, 6th Edition, by Eric Verzuh A comprehensive guide to real-world project management methods, tools, and techniques. Practical, easy-to-use, and deeply thorough, this book gives you the answers you need now. You’ll find cutting-edge ideas and hard-won wisdom of one of the field’s leading experts, delivered in short, lively segments that address common management issues. Brief descriptions of important concepts, tips on real-world applications, and compact case studies illustrate the most sought-after skills and pitfalls you should watch out for.
	Project Managers As Senior Executives: How the Research Was Conducted: Methodology, Detailed Findings, and Analysis, By Ph.d. Dubourse Jean-pierre, Russel D., Ph.d. Archibald, Gerard Francois, Ph.D. Pailot Philippe, Ph.D. Poroli Corinne Can project managers actually become senior executives? If not, what can be done to allow them to climb the ladder? What are the odds? How can a project manager better design his or her career development to take advantage of these opportunities? These questions and more are answered in Project Managers as Senior Executives, the new newest addition to PMI’s ever-growing published library of research-based studies.