A pediatrician's current reading list — from a 2016 classic to a 2025 must-read — plus some exciting news about the Vax Facts audiobook.

Three books on vaccine research standing upright on a warm wood surface -- The Vaccine-Friendly Plan by Paul Thomas, M.D. and Jennifer Margulis, Ph.D., Vax Facts by Paul Thomas, M.D. and DeeDee Hoover, and Vaccines, Amen by Aaron Siri -- with a pair of reading glasses in the foreground, a small potted plant to the right, and a soft brushstroke heart accent in the lower right corner.
A recent article in The Defender — Children's Health Defense's online journal — caught my attention. It covers something I hear about regularly in my practice and through the Kids First 4Ever community: more and more parents are actively seeking out pediatricians who will honor their choices and answer their questions without dismissal or pressure.
It's worth a read — and it got me thinking about the resources I point parents to when they're looking to do their own research on vaccines. Here are the books I recommend most.

​The Vaccine-Friendly Plan (2016)

My first book on this topic, co-authored with Jennifer Margulis, Ph.D., had a significant impact when it was published — and it continues to be a foundational resource for parents and providers alike. It lays out a thoughtful, evidence-informed approach to immunity and child health, from pregnancy through the teen years. For updated vaccine information please refer to Vax Facts.
The Vaccine-Friendly Plan

​Vax Facts (2025)

My most recent book, co-authored with DeeDee Hoover, is designed to give parents clear, organized, well-sourced information so they can make informed decisions — without having to sort through competing claims on their own. DeeDee and I wrote Vax Facts specifically for families navigating these conversations today.
Vax Facts

​Vaccines, Amen: The Religion of Vaccines (2025)

Aaron Siri is an attorney who has spent over a decade deposing the world's leading vaccinologists and litigating cases against health agencies. His 2025 book brings a legal perspective to vaccine science that you simply won't find anywhere else. Whether you've been researching vaccines for years or are just beginning, this is a book worth adding to your list.
Vaccines, Amen by Aaron Siri

​Coming Soon: The Vax Facts Audiobook

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Available for pre-order now! 
DeeDee and I just completed the final editing sessions for the Vax Facts audiobook — recorded in our own voices. We are genuinely excited about this one. If you prefer to listen rather than read, keep an eye out: the audiobook is set to be available in July 2026. Pre-order here​.
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The information shared in this post is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. It does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical decisions.