My job is writing about photography books, and these are my top Prime Day picks!

Amazon Prime Day Book deals
(Image credit: Craig Whitehead / Chris Burkard / Sebastião Salgado)

While the headlines are being taken by the Amazon Prime Day camera deals, there are other ways for photographers to take advantage of the Amazon sale at a more affordable price point. 

Photography books are an incredible way to either gain inspiration from some of the greatest photographers or pick up tips to develop your practice. I have scoured the Prime Day deals and chosen three that offer incredible savings!

Find Your Frame: A Street Photography Masterclass by Craig Whitehead | was £14.99 | now £8.99
SAVE 40% at Amazon

Find Your Frame: A Street Photography Masterclass by Craig Whitehead | was £14.99 | now £8.99
SAVE 40% at Amazon
Photographer Craig Whitehead shares his incredible tips and tricks for shooting eye-catching street photography. He takes the reader on a journey through his experiences and provides the tools for successful shooting – a gem of a photography book!

The Oceans: The Maritime Photography of Chris Burkard by Chris Burkard | was £55.00 | now £36.55
SAVE 34% at Amazon

The Oceans: The Maritime Photography of Chris Burkard by Chris Burkard | was £55.00 | now £36.55
SAVE 34% at Amazon
This inspirational coffee table book showcases the beauty of the oceans and the important role they play in our ecosystem. From the rugged seas of the North Atlantic to the tranquil tropics, with each turn of the page readers are transported around the globe – a book to harness the inner wanderlust! 

Genesis by Sebastião Salgado | was £15.00 | now £9.61
SAVE 36% at Amazon

Genesis by Sebastião Salgado | was £15.00 | now £9.61
SAVE 36% at Amazon
Genesis is one of the most famous bodies of work and is recognized as a masterpiece among photography books. Salgado captures landscapes and civilizations untouched by modern society in his signature and hauntingly beautiful black-and-white photographs, and for under £10 it's a deal not to be missed!

In addition to showcasing exceptional photography and stunning images, each of these books offers the reader something different. 

Find Your Frame: A Street Photography Masterclass by Craig Whitehead is both a short monograph and a manual for taking incredible street photographs. Chapters explore Whitehead's approach to composition techniques and processing, and he provides tips on how to create stand-out and considered work. 

The Oceans: The Maritime Photography of Chris Burkard by Chris Burkard is an ideal coffee table book and, much like its subject matter, is perfect for dipping in and out of at the reader's pleasure. The book is full of wonder and adventure is highlights the importance of looking after our oceans. 

Genesis by Sebastião Salgado is among the greatest photography books ever published and should be a staple in every collector's library. Salgado captures the beauty of the land, wildlife, and Indigenous peoples with grace and dignity, elevating the images to colossal works of art. 

I recommend taking advantage of the Prime Day deals to have a look at some photography books as there are some unbelievable savings to be had – although you can't really put a price on inspiration! 

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Kalum Carter
Staff Writer

Kalum is a professional photographer with over a decade of experience, also working as a photo editor and photography writer. Specializing in photography and art books, Kalum has a keen interest in the stories behind the images and often interviews contemporary photographers to gain insights into their practices. With a deep passion for both contemporary and classic photography, Kalum brings this love of the medium to all aspects of his work.