Books by Craig Petronella
Craig Petronella is an Amazon #1 best-selling cybersecurity author with 12+ published books covering CMMC compliance, HIPAA security, ransomware defense, AI, and practical IT guidance for business owners. Available in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook formats.
Newest Release
Beautifully Inefficient
2025 | Kindle & PaperbackWhy Human Flaws Are Your Greatest Asset in the AI Age. A fresh perspective on technology, efficiency, and the human element in business. Craig explores why our imperfections are not weaknesses to be engineered away, but the very traits that make us irreplaceable in an increasingly automated world.
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Practical cybersecurity, compliance, and business books from 25+ years of protecting businesses and defense contractors.
How Hackers Can Crush You
2024Protecting yourself and keeping your kids and family safe online. Essential cybersecurity guidance for individuals and families navigating the modern digital threat landscape.
How Hackers Can Crush Your Business
2017Why most businesses don't have a clue about cybersecurity or what to do about it. Learn the latest cybersecurity, compliance, laws, and risk management solutions to protect your organization.
How HIPAA Can Crush Your Chiropractic Practice
2017Why most chiropractors don't have a clue about cybersecurity and what to do about it. Industry-specific HIPAA compliance guidance for chiropractic offices.
HIPAA Rescue Manual
2019Get your medical practice HIPAA compliant. A practical, step-by-step manual for healthcare organizations to achieve and maintain HIPAA compliance.
IT Buyers Guide
2015What every business owner must know about IT support services and fees. Learn what you should expect to pay for IT support and how to get exactly what you need without overspending.
Cryptolocker Virus: Thieves Are After Your Business
2013An early warning guide about ransomware threats targeting businesses. Craig was among the first cybersecurity authors to sound the alarm on the Cryptolocker threat.
About Craig Petronella
Craig Petronella is the founder and CEO of Petronella Technology Group, a cybersecurity and compliance consulting firm headquartered in Raleigh, NC. With 25+ years of experience protecting businesses and defense contractors, Craig holds the CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) credential and has guided thousands of organizations through cybersecurity compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I purchase Craig's books?
All books are available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle formats. Select titles are also available as audiobooks on Audible. Click the "Buy on Amazon" button on any book above for a direct link.
Which book should I read first?
It depends on your needs. Defense contractors should start with Ultimate Guide to CMMC 2.0. Healthcare organizations should read How HIPAA Can Crush Your Medical Practice. Business owners concerned about cybersecurity should start with How Hackers Can Crush Your Business. For a broader perspective on technology and humanity, try Beautifully Inefficient.
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Does Craig offer speaking engagements?
Yes. Craig is available for speaking engagements on cybersecurity, CMMC compliance, HIPAA, AI and automation, and digital transformation topics. He also hosts the Encrypted Ambition podcast. Contact us for speaking availability.
Does Petronella Technology Group offer consulting services related to these books?
Absolutely. Petronella Technology Group provides hands-on consulting for every topic covered in Craig's books, including CMMC compliance, HIPAA compliance, cybersecurity assessments, managed IT services, and AI automation. The books provide the knowledge; Petronella provides the implementation.
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