I bought this book to learn Publisher 2000 from ground-zero (I had no previous experience). I found it to be clear and flow logically, and build upon the concepts learned. A feature I really liked was how the author actually anticipates the reader's questions, and answers them in the side margins on each page. I also appreciated how Ms. Simone addresses artistic concepts and the elements of good layout design. After reading this book, I composed my annual Christmas newsletter, designed and published an advertisement for my employer, and posted my personal web page on the Internet - all from the knowledge I gained from this book.