This is only my second post so I am not going to offer much advice
because I am very new to this. But I also was recommended an amazing
book! "The New Marine Aquarium" by Michael S. Paletta. I read it cover
to cover twice before I even put water in my tank. Very informative,
lots of pictures and drawings (for people who are simple minded like
myself!)
I also noticed that several people have been looking for a good source
of LR on the net. I recently purchased 100 lbs of Carribean Live Rock
out of Ft. Lauderdale for $2.80 lb (INCLUDING shipping). It was sent on
a Southwest flight and arrived within 24 hours. There are so many
different types of plants growing on from the minute I took it out of
the box and unwrapped it. I highly recommend them. Guys name is Gary,
website is http://www.supercadet.com/intmarinefish/

I hope this helps! -Tyler