Author has lots of friendly, realistic advice on yachting small on sailboats of 15-24 ft. Realistic reviews of various hull forms and rigs available. 2nd Ed., Bob Armstrong. Updated edition of a highly regarded guide to choosing and safely using all types of recreational powerboats. How to evaluate a boat from published tests and reviews.
Author is widely respected reviewer and skipper.
Robert F. Burgess. Completely updated guide to all aspects of finding, outfitting, trailering, maintaining and using trailerable sailboats. Very readable with lots of photos. How to Choose Your First Powerboat , Chuck Gould. Good, solid advice on how to choose a boat based on budget, intended use and preferences for comfort and various features.