> I have read Delaplane's book and Dadant's, but I don't feel like I know
> nearly enough.
 
You've read 2 of the best books available now you just need to work your
bees, observe what's happening then ask here about things you don't
understand.  What you will get are a lot of very good opinions from which
you make up your own mind.  I would recommend a copy of Deleplanes video
series which is aimed at beginning beekeepers.
 
Frank Humphrey
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