"The best resource for rc are sites like this. This beginners forum is a good place to start."

+1!!!

Dont need no stinking book! Just internet time to read here at RCUniverse. Every question you could have has been discussed here, so just use the search button.

Hobby Zone Super Cubs are easy to fly. With some time on the Sim you shouldn't have any problems, just don't fly it in the wind at first.