Commanders Post at The Warpath

[QUOTE=Riggo44;357344]If you’re going to be using water that's a good question I've never seen anyone try that. Chicken wire and paper mashie work well in dry areas. There are some good books on the subject you might want to read.[url=http://www.amazon.com/Build-Better-Toy-Train-Layout/dp/0897784790/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b/002-4395134-7356858]Amazon.com: Build a Better Toy Train Layout: Books: John Grams,Dick Christianson[/url][/QUOTE]

I decided not to buy this book since it's for novices. I am seeking a simple book with illustrations. I got my wife to OK the garage for me. I have a 2 car garage (length wise, not width). The garage is useless for cars / trucks though...my truck is too wide to fit in, and my wife's car is just narrow enough to make it in, but no room for error. So the only things I will need to keep in the garage is my motorcycle, washer dryer, 2nd fridge and a couple lawn care equipment. (lawnmower, edger, trimmer) And some tools. The rest I can turn into a model city. A good 20 feet long by around 7-9 feet wide. I plan to make multiple tiers too. I have a basic design on paper, but have no clue how to make it at this point.
Any suggestions on a book for dummies / beginners with relatively no knowledge?