Books on Islam in general
Here is a book to understand Islam in general :

A Brief Illustrated Guide To Understanding Islam

Other useful books

Are you Ready for Islam ?

Who Wrote The Quran ?

Books on the Prophet's Life pbuh
This book talks about the life story of Muhammad, may Allah exalt his mention, and his beautiful manners. It also brings to light statements for contemporary figures in Western society, who spoke favorably of Prophet Muhammad, may Allah exalt his mention.

Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah

The Sealed Nectar

Books on women in Islam
Here are some books on women in Islam :

The Wisdom behind the Islamic Laws Regarding Women

The Muslim Woman and Her Husband

Woman in the Shade of Islam

Quran
The best explanatory translation of the Qur'aan by Muhammad Muhsin Khan and Taqi-ud-Deen Hilaali :

Translation of the Meanings of The Noble Quran in the English Language

Translation of the Meanings of The Noble Quran in the English Language [with audio Recitation]

Software to read the books You will need Acrobat Reader to read the books, here it is :   Acrobat Reader