Cindy Suggests: Books for beginners

Books you need...books you didn't know you wanted...books you'll refer to over and over again...books you should own

While there is a ton of information available online in various e-communities, websites, videos and so on, nothing beats a good book or two in your studio/library for reliable information.  Books in this category have been carefully selected as good starter books for adult-ish students, generally high school - college or adult learners who are at or near the beginning of their exploration in clay (first few years, give or take)