The Essential Quilter by Barbara Chainey
http://www.amazon.com/The-Essential-...9698114&sr=1-1
But really, for handquilting you just do what works best for you. I am very unconventional when it comes to technique. I don't use a thimble, I push the needle with my fingernail on my index finger and thumb. I only use a lap hoop, many don't use anything or use floor racks.
but the book I recommended does have loads of close up photos, practice exercises and pictures galore of exquistie handquilting.