I don't have much of an issue with this. It's an interesting idea, and I'm sure someone would appreciate.
Though, my only doubt is, several new players don't even go through the tutorial, half of which probably felt it too long or boring when they did try it out, the other half not even trying it. I doubt they'd read a book on information. Though, there are numerous newer players whom I'm sure would enjoy to do such such.
On the other hand, Badspot has instituted numerous instructions throughout the forums and the game itself, and often a teacher is more effective then a book.
On the other hand, such instructions aren't always specific as to building/eventing well, and not everyone is willing to spend their time to help newcomers.
On the other hand, players need to learn at their own pace to build and event well, so a book may not help them. After all, the greatest teacher is experience.
On the hand, there is no harm in reading a book to get yourself started off, and travel though such experiences.
Which leads back to the first point, that not everyone may read it, seeing as they may find it boring or a waste of time.
I have a lot of hands. ._.
Over all, not a bad idea, just writers may have different writing skills, and may not be that informant or understandable, as well as we are assuming that the new players will read this, which maybe 1 out 3 will, by my guess. Perhaps 1/2. Though, I suppose that if at least one person learns something, it was well worth doing.
And also, it technically can appeal to a broader audience. Most newcomers don't model, but after they get settled, they may want to. And primarily, some people may not know how to event well, old and new, so it may appeal to them as well. And building then can help the new players get settled, or settled players gain even more skills. Though, that's assuming that the book would be instructional and well written.
That's just how I see it, short-handed. :P
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