Welcome to go!
I've had the chance to look at a lot of beginners books, and I think the Janice Kim ones are the best I've seen.
The problem for some people is the cost; and so a single volume beginners book might be more appropriate. I read the Kaoru Iwamoto beginners book, and thought it was a good introduction, but there are others available that are just as suitable.
I like the Graded Go Problems for Beginners series, but love the Level Up! and Jump Level Up! series of problem books, although the formers vol. 3 and 4 are likely more difficult than the most difficult problems from the latter- only a consideration once you're in to the single digit kyus. Jump level up does a much better job, in my opinion, of really drilling a wide range of concepts and has a much more organised structure.
I think starting with a beginners book + Level Up! + playing lots is the ideal introduction to the game. Having a stronger player comment on your games and to answer your questions is also hugely helpful, and you'll always find someone willing around here.
All the best
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