Yoga Library Staff Picks
Introduction by Hannah Moran, with contributions from various Inner Fire Yoga teachers
Ever finish class feeling inspired and wanting more? More wisdom, more perspective, more connection to the rich world of yoga beyond the mat? We asked our teachers to share the books that have deepened their practice, sparked their curiosity, or simply never left their bedside table.
From ancient philosophy to modern memoirs, these are the reads they return to again and again — and now, they’re passing them on to you.
So grab a cup of tea, cozy up, and get ready to expand your yoga library. Your next favorite book might be waiting below…
Kelly’s Pick:
Stephen Mitchell’s translation of the Bhagavad Gita
Liz’s Picks:
"Somatics" by Thomas Hanna
"The Yoga Game in the Garden" by Kathy Beliveau (for kids)
Dr. Ruddy’s Picks:
“The Inner Tradition of Yoga” by Michael Stone
“Yoga for a World Out of Balance” by Michael Stone
Ellen’s Pick:
“The Heart of Yoga” by Desikachar
Susan’s and Dianna’s Pick:
“Living Your Yoga” by Judith Hanson Lasater
Lisa’s Pick:
“The Four Desires” by Rod Stryker
Victoria’s Picks:
“The Hatha Yoga Pradipika” translation by Swami Muktibodhananda
“Roots of Yoga” edited by Mark Singleton
“Yoga of the Subtle Body” by Tias Little
“Energy Medicine” by Donna Eden
Tina’s Picks:
“Yoga for Cancer” by Teri Prinster
“Yoga as Medicine” by Timothy McCall
“YogaBody” by Judith Hanson Lasater
“The Key Poses of Yoga” by Ray Long
Dar’s Picks:
“The Language of Yin” by Gabrielle Harris
“Body Mandala” by Mary Bond
Anne’s Pick:
“Yoga 365” by Susanna Harwood Rubin
Peg’s Pick:
“The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz
Christa’s Picks:
“Yoke” by Jessamyn Stanley
“Every Body Yoga” by Jessamyn Stanley
Katherine’s Picks:
“Anatomy of Movement, Revised Edition” by Blandine Calais-Germain
“Anatomy of Breathing” by Blandine Calais-Germain
“Anatomy of the Spirit” by Carolyn Myss
“The Five Invitations” by Frank Ostaseski
“Gosh Yoga” manuals by Ida Jo and Scott Lamps
Erin’s Picks:
“Revolution of the Soul” by Seane Corn
“The Untethered Soul” by Michael Singer
