Hi Demilou,
Welcome to the lovely forum. i am sure you will find lots of tips and help from others. I have been on the plan 3 weeks but didn't lose the first two weeks, then lost 2 1/2 lb this week. Don't let that put you off! we all loose at different rates, the thing is at least your in the right frame of mind to make a change to your weight which is good.
I bought the Amazing inch Loss book, although I do attend classes. I cannot find the A-Z calorie guide in the shops. On line it is out of stock from RC at present.
I found writing everything down is helping and it allows you to see your weak times too lol.
Good luck and let us know how your getting on.