Sometimes, we all need a little help and shared learning from others. One way to do this is to pick up a book and spend some quiet time reading, contemplating and fuelling your brain with nuggets of inspiration and curiosity.
There are many books out there on the wonderful and wide topic of Communications. Here are five of our favourites from leaders in the industry….
(In no particular order)
- Innovative Internal Communication, by Joanna Parsons
Joanna Parsons guides internal communicators to elevate their practice by blending creativity, curiosity, and technology for deeper employee engagement and impactful messaging. She argues that traditional methods no longer resonate in today’s fast-changing workplaces, and calls for an innovation mindset that places employee needs at the centre. With real-world examples, practical exercises, and evaluation techniques, this book equips communicators to champion internal comms as a strategic, innovative engine within organisations.
Available via publishers Kogan Page, and Amazon. - Building a culture of inclusivity, by Advita Patel
This book is a practical guide that empowers internal communicators and leaders to drive meaningful DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) change through effective communication. Blending theory with actionable tools, it explores the foundations of inclusive culture, such as trust, leadership, and bias, while offering original frameworks, reflective questions, templates, and real-world case studies. With an emphasis on authenticity, this book helps organisations embed inclusivity into everyday communication and build workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
Available via publishers Kogan Page and Amazon - Internal Communication Strategy, by Rachel Miller
This book provides pragmatic, strategic guidance to equip internal communication professionals with a structured approach to designing, implementing, and measuring effective internal communication strategies. Drawing on her 20 years of experience, Rachel blends theory with actionable tools, checklists, and candid case studies from companies like Marks & Spencer, BBC, Hilton, and The Met Office . Addressing today’s workplace shifts, she offers fresh perspectives on communicating with neurodiverse staff, influencing senior leadership, navigating hybrid working, and demonstrating the value of internal communication through measurement .
Available via publishers Kogan Page and Amazon - Nobody Believes You: Become a leader people will follow, by Jenni Field
In this book, Jenni argues that credibility, not mere authenticity, is what truly earns followers’ trust. Drawing on her extensive work in internal communications, Jenni introduces the Credibility Wheel, a framework built around eight interconnected practices: empathy, trustworthiness, vision, support, vulnerability, likeability, integrity, and capability. She emphasises that credibility emerges from consistent, transparent communication paired with accountability, rather than superficial authenticity, which can even serve as a poor excuse for bad behaviour. Through practical chapters, characterful anecdotes, research insights, and actionable strategies, this book guides leaders at all levels to close the “credibility gap” with their teams, so that when people believe in you, everything becomes possible.
Available via Amazon - Less Chatter, More Matter, by Mel Loy
A sharp, practical playbook for cutting through workplace noise and crafting messages that land. Drawing on behavioural science, Mel introduces the SKILLS Framework, to guide communicators in writing clearer, more impactful content . This book also outlines key communicator archetypes to help you leverage strengths and address blind spots, alongside real-world examples, case studies, and bite‑sized tips that suit every learning style . Whether you’re in internal comms, change management, leadership, or simply wanting to be better heard, this book offers a ready-to-use toolkit that enhances workplace clarity, engagement, and trust.
Available via Amazon
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