“Guiding Professional Learning Communities: Inspiration, Challenge, Surprise, and Meaning” by Shirley M. Hord, Jim Roussin, James L. Roussin, and William A. Sommers is a textbook published by Corwin Press in 2009. The book is focused on education and explores topics such as educational policy, leadership, administration, collaborative teaching, and aims & objectives. It offers insights and guidance for creating effective professional learning communities in educational settings, providing inspiration, challenge, and surprise for educators looking to improve their practices and outcomes. With 240 pages and a trade paperback format, this book is a valuable resource for those seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of education.