Viviana's recommended links:

AIGA
American Institute of Graphic Arts The Professional Association for Design

Ooligan Press
Portland State University's Publishing Program

Collectors Press
an award-winning publisher of popular culture books

Bureau of Labor Statistics
Graphic Designers - Nature of the trade

Microbusiness Advancement Center of Arizona
a non-profit organization dedicated to economic growth and professional development for clients.
MAC offers training, resources, support and advocacy to create or grow a microbusinesses.