The Complete Docker Read List: Q1 2026 Edition

2026 has been phenomenal in the number of books published on Docker or by Docker Captains so far. So, I decided to compile the books published in the first quarter of 2026 into an article for more people to discover them. You can also read the article here , which looks slightly better. 1️⃣ Black Forest Shadow: A Dark Fantasy Guide to Docker and Kubernetes Security Author: Mohammad-Ali A'râbi (Docker Captain) If you've ever thought learning about Kubernetes and container hardening was a bit dry, Mohammad-Ali A'râbi is here to prove you wrong. Black Forest Shadow is a highly creative, dark fantasy guide to Docker and Kubernetes security. —Claude What it's about: The book weaves complex concepts like runtime security, SBOM generation, and container hardening into an exciting narrative set in the mystical Black Forest of 1865. Why you should read it: It transforms standard cybersecurity challenges—like tracking down CVEs and preventing lateral movement—into an immersive, story-driven adve