hi... have read loads of books and actually feel like ive learnt LOADS more from this website... always great tips and you can ask questions! i now keep a TPF tips notebook and jot down any tips i like, this is my 'bible' xx
i borrow my books from the local library ( cause its free!) and recently read 2 that i loved (in fact i havent returned them yet - oops!)
Photoshop for Photography by Tom Ang...
Professional Techniques for Black & White Photography by Patrick Rice.
There are loads of 'basic beginners' books available too! xx enjoy