Books by Simply Put Psych
This page brings together a growing collection of psychology ebooks written to make complex ideas clear without oversimplifying them. Each title is grounded in academic psychology and focused on real world application, whether you are preparing for university study, applying psychology in creative or technical fields, or exploring identity, culture, and human behaviour. These books prioritise clarity, evidence, and understanding over hype, offering psychology that is practical, accessible, and simply put.
The Beginner’s Guide to Psychology
What to Know Before Studying Psychology at University Kindle Edition
by JC Pass (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
Thinking about studying psychology at university but don’t know where to start?
This clear, concise and accessible guide is designed for future psychology students or anyone curious about the field. Whether you're preparing for a psychology degree or just want to understand the basics, this book breaks down complex concepts into easy-to-digest explanations.
Inside, You'll Learn:
✔️ What psychology really is and how it’s studied
✔️ The major schools of thought (including cognitive, behavioural, and biological perspectives)
✔️ Key theories and influential psychologists like Freud, Pavlov, Piaget, and Maslow
✔️ Essential research methods & statistics used in psychology
✔️ How to study effectively and succeed in your psychology degree
✔️ A glossary of must-know psychology terms
Why This Guide? Written with first-year psychology students in mind, The Beginner’s Guide to Psychology provides a solid foundation for university-level study. It’s your no-nonsense, beginner-friendly guide to navigating the exciting world of psychology.
Who Is This Book For?
✅ High school students considering a psychology degree
✅ University freshers looking for an academic head start
✅ Self-learners curious about human behaviour
✅ Anyone who wants a simple introduction to psychology
Get ready to explore the mind, understand behaviour, and take the first step into the fascinating world of psychology!
The Basics of Psychology for Video Game Developers
How Psychology Shapes Player Engagement, UX, and Game Design Decisions Kindle Edition
by JC Pass (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
Unlock the Power of Psychology in Game Design
Why do some games feel intuitive, immersive, and addictive while others fail to engage players? The answer lies in psychology.
The Basics of Psychology for Video Game Developers is a concise, practical guide that distils key psychology and UX principles into actionable insights for game designers. Whether you're an indie developer, AAA designer, or game design student, this book will help you understand the psychology necessary to create games that captivate players and keep them coming back for more.
What You’ll Learn in:
✅ Cognitive Load & Attention – How intuitive UI and mechanics help players instantly understand.
✅ Player Motivation & Engagement – Learn what drives players to keep playing, from rewards to storytelling.
✅ Game UX & Immersion – Use psychology to create smooth onboarding, tutorials, and flow states.
✅ Social & Multiplayer Psychology – Design cooperative and competitive experiences that foster positive player interactions (and reduce toxicity).
✅ Ethical Game Design – Learn responsible monetization and avoid exploitative mechanics like dark patterns.
Who This Book is For:
✔️ Game Developers & Designers – Apply psychological insights to create more engaging games.
✔️ Game Design Students – A must-read for those studying game UX, player behaviour, or game psychology.
✔️ Indie Developers – Build more engaging and accessible games using psychology-backed design choices.
✔️ Anyone Curious About the Psychology of Games – If you've ever wondered why players behave the way they do, this book has the answers.
Featuring real-world examples from Dark Souls, Portal, The Last of Us, and more, this book bridges the gap between academic psychology and practical game design.
Make Games That Players Love, Backed by Science!
Pride in Practice: More Than a Rainbow
A Guide to LGBTQ+ Identity, Culture, and Liberation Kindle Edition
by JC Pass (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
You were never outside the story. You are part of what makes it whole.
In Pride in Practice: More Than a Rainbow, JC Pass offers a compassionate, empowering, and thoroughly accessible guide to understanding LGBTQ+ identities, histories, and struggles for liberation. Whether you're part of the queer community or an ally in progress, this book provides the language, context, and clarity to move from awareness to action.
With chapters covering the spectrum of gender and sexuality, global cultural perspectives, youth experiences, intersex realities, and the power of symbols, this book is both a resource and a rallying cry. You'll explore:
The evolving language of identity and why labels matter (and don’t)
The difference between gender, orientation, and expression
Cultural gender roles beyond the Western binary (Two-Spirit, Hijra, Fa'afafine, and more)
The lived realities of transgender and intersex individuals
Allyship that goes beyond performance into real, sustained action
The impact of legal systems, media, and education on LGBTQ+ lives
How to build truly inclusive communities and why it matters
Rooted in intersectionality and infused with deep respect for every person’s truth, Pride in Practice isn’t just informative—it’s transformational. Whether you're coming out, showing up, or trying to build a more just world, this book will meet you where you are.