My very favorite quilt book is the Complete Book of Quilting by Better Homes and Gardens. I teach from it and it assumes you are a rank beginner. The pictures explain everything and the text is clear and easy to understand, unlike many other pattern directions. You will like this book. Try to get one on Amazon.com or half.com. Check back in and let us know how you are progressing. In addition, there are tons of quilters on board here who will help you. Good luck and happy quilting.