[Vendetta]

OK.

I've read some past threads on here regarding this but I know there are some experts that use this forum so I'd like to ask a few questions.

I am looking to start a blog. First, as a vanity project but also to offer useful information to guys who might find it useful. Perhaps down the road if it were to become popular, I could monetize it but that is not a necessary goal.

So, as pretty much a newb, here is what I have researched so far:

Domain name bought at Name Cheap

I will host on Host Gator or Bluehost (prob HG as I can pay monthly to begin with)

I want to use Wordpress.

I want to build it on the Genesis Framework by StudioPress.

But, I want to buy my child theme from Elegant Themes, or ZigZag.


So my questions are:

1. CAN I use some other developers child themes with the Studio Press Genesis Framework? If so, who am I speaking to if something is not working right?

2. Is there a great book that explains the fundamentals of HTML, CSS and PHP to a newbie? (I know a very small amount but should know more)

Thanks.