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I’m often asked about a good beginner’s book for WordPress. There are so many good books that offer good information at so many levels that it is hard to pick just one. If you are just starting out, however, and want a good overview then Lisa Sabin-Wilson’s WordPress For Dummies is a good choice.

Generally I just don’t like the For Dummies series of books for the implicit put-down the title conveys but, getting past that, this book is a comprehensive guide to getting started with, and using, WordPress. It is well written and easy to understand.

The author is thoroughly versed in her subject and presents practical advice in an easy-to-follow manner making this book an excellent step-by-step guide to WordPress. It also offers a selection of places you can go to find additional resources.

Topics covered include plug-ins (extensions to the basic WordPress system), hosting your own stand-alone system, themes (both selection and development) and migrating your blog from an existing site.

You won’t go wrong with this book.