About this library

Most instruction on the internet assumes you already know the basics. It's written for people who are halfway there. Start Journey is written for people who are starting from zero.

Every guide here is written in plain language, broken into clear steps, and free to use without creating an account. You can print any guide and work through it offline. There are no ads and no upsells.

Who this is for

• Anyone starting a business or learning new skills online for the first time
• Seniors who want step-by-step instructions without assumed knowledge
• Younger learners helping a family member or working on their own project
• Neurodivergent learners who need clear, numbered steps without distractions
• Families in the Flagstaff community working toward something together

What you'll find here

• A complete six-phase guide to self-publishing a book on Amazon
• Instructions for forming an LLC and getting an EIN in Arizona
• Free tools for graphic design and book cover creation
• Guides for opening a business bank account and selling online
• Foundational digital skills for anyone new to working online

How guides are written

Each guide follows the same format: a short introduction, numbered steps, plain-language explanations, notes on free tools, and a clear endpoint. Steps can be checked off as you go, and progress is saved in your browser so you can come back where you left off.

Every guide is print-friendly. Click "Print this guide" on any guide page for a clean printed version with no sidebars or checkboxes.

Where we're based

Start Journey was created in Flagstaff, Arizona. Where local resources are relevant — Coconino County offices, Flagstaff-area banks, local bookstores — we include them. But the guides are written to be useful anywhere.