This book aimed at stay-at-home parents details a step-by-step process for figuring out what type of business to start and the skills needed, the pros and cons of running a business, health
care and retirement issues, business structure and obtaining licenses and permits, advertising, business plans, and financing. Incorporated throughout are case studies of successful businesses
and lengthy chapters on specific ones that can be started for less than ＄1000, with details about each. Shepherd is an author, writer, teacher, and speaker who has started several businesses,
which she operated from her home. Annotation 穢2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
