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 adven