This guitar is a good buy for what you get. It has a solid top, which will result in a better sound, and comes with a case, and strap to get you started.

I have played guitar for 15 years and would definitely recommend this book to anyone starting out.

While the guitar I have on this list comes with strings, these may make paling a little easier, they are coated which makes them last longer and feel a bit softer. Get either light or medium-light.

A capo is a little gizmo you put on the neck of your guitar to change keys for songs without changing chords. It can make it easier to sing along to your music.

A clipon tuner will make it much easier to stay in tone though you can get apps for your phone that work pretty well. If you're having problems practicing because you fingers hurt, you may want to try tuning the guitar a half step down (there is a setting in the tuner or app). This will make the guitar sound deeper but will also lose up the strings a bit.

While a guitar stand is not really na necessity, it makes things easier when you want to take a break. Plus they are pretty inexpensive.

I recommend new players start with lighter picks when they are getting started but I know some teachers think a heavier pick is better for new players. Try a few different weights and see what you like best. Try to look for picks that are textured as they will be easier for you to grip when playing.

Keep your guitar clean and oil the fretboard each time you change strings.

The guitar I listed comes with a strap, but if you want to customize things a bit, they are available in many materials and almost any imaginable pattern. Have fun, look cool and keep playing!