The 4 Best Cannabis Books We Recommend

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If you want to dive into the world of weed but feel overwhelmed, no worries; we’ve got your back! Our crew at Hippie and French has rounded up three of the best cannabis books that cover all the bases: 

  1. Newbies dipping their toes into the THC/CBD scene
  2. Those interested in growing their own pot
  3. People curious to experiment with cannabis-fused drinks, snacks, and even aromatherapy


These books are packed with practical advice on the topics and fun reads with plenty of personality and relatable stories to guide your cannabis journey. 

These cannabis books are excellent gifts for the weed enthusiast in your life, but they also aim to teach those new to the game while throwing the stigma to the side and breaking down real facts to approach the world of cannabis responsibly. 

1. Weed Mom: The Canna-Curious Woman’s Guide to Healthier Relaxation, Happier Parenting, and Chilling TF Out

For: Modern mothers (or anyone) who want to explore the world of cannabis responsibly to improve their well-being and relationships. 

This is the go-to guide for modern mothers (or anyone, really) looking to explore the world of cannabis to keep things chill at home. It breaks down the stigma and shows how weed can be a healthy way to relax if done responsibly. Covering everything from micro-dosing to the dispensary scene, this book packs a ton of information with an entertaining, relatable angle for mothers. 

Get it here: Weed Mom: The Canna-Curious Woman’s Guide to Healthier Relaxation, Happier Parenting, and Chilling TF Out

Ratings: 4.7 of 5.0 based on 308 ratings

Independent Reviews: 

  • “Opened my eyes to the possibilities for using cannabis.” 
  • “If you have high anxiety and find yourself losing it with your kids and wanna knock it down some notches, this is def for you.” 
  • “I’m a proud weed mom and now I can talk about that without fear!”

2. Feminist Weed Farmer: Growing Mindful Medicine In Your Own Backyard


For: Cannabis enthusiasts, green thumbs, and anyone curious about growing their own pot or medicine at home. 

A real down-to-earth guide for those looking to grow their own pot. Madrone Stewart shares her wisdom and experience in cultivating cannabis for personal use. She blends humor, heart, and practice tips to give you actionable steps in everything from seed selection to harvesting. 

Get it here: Feminist Weed Farmer: Growing Mindful Medicine In Your Own Backyard

Ratings: 4.5 of 5.0 stars based on 61 ratings

Independent Reviews: 

  • “The book is an equal mix of how to grow and how to grow as a person.”
  • “If you’re interested in cannabis, health, and growing your own medicine, this is the book for you.” 
  • This guide is approachable, easy to read with incredibly helpful tips.”

3. Terpenes for Well Being: A Comprehensive Guide to Terpenes for Emotional & Physical Care


For: Cannabis enthusiasts, herbalists, and anyone seeking natural remedies for stress relief and well-being. 

This book is a guide to using terpenes—aromatic compounds found in plants—for self-care and stress relief. It breaks down the science behind the practice while providing recipes and step-by-step tutorials for creating terpene-infused drinks, snacks, and aromatherapy goodies. 

Get it here: Terpenes for Well Being: A Comprehensive Guide to Terpenes for Emotional & Physical Care

Ratings: 4.6 of 5.0 based on 188 ratings

Independent Reviews: 

  • “This book caught me by surprise as it really goes in depth with terpenes in nature.”
  • “I never expected to be so captivated by a book about smells.”
  • “I look forward to referencing this book quite often and will maybe even try a few recipes!”

4. From Crook to Cook: PlatinumRecipes from Tha Boss Dogg’s Kitchen 


For: Anyone who loves food, cannabis, and/or Snoop Dogg’s larger-than-life personality. Bonus points if you are into all three!

This is the best book for cannabis recipes. Just consider the author, Snoop Dogg, who fills the pages with a ton of personality, stories, and mouthwatering cannabis recipes. This includes soul food, appetizers, main courses, desserts, drinks, sides, and your favorite munchies. 

Even if you aren’t into cooking with cannabis, you will be compelled to try it after reading this cookbook masterpiece! 

It comes complete with 50 recipes, including favorites like: 

  • Baked Mac & Cheese
  • Soft Flour Tacos
  • Easy Orange Chicken
  • Lobster Thermidor
  • Filet Mignon
  • Shrimp Po’Boy
  • Chewy Starbursts
  • Frito BBQ Twists
  • Gin and Juice (of course!)
  • And more! 


Get It Here: From Crook to Cook: Platinum Recipes from Tha Boss Dogg’s Kitchen 

Rating: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars based on 37,243 ratings

Independent Reviews: 

  • “So many excellent recipes! Household favorite is the gumbo.”
  • “If you love his humor you will love this book.” 
  • “I don’t read cookbooks. But I do read this one. Snoop Dogg is so upbeat and fun it just picks me up at the end of a long day reading his cookbook.”