As Paule Said, You will gain the most knowledge in a day about this method of fishing by jumping on an open boat charter or other vessel with an experienced crew then you could by reading any thread or article.
I been on boats my entire life, first my Dads and now my own but still try to get out with as many different fishermen as i can to learn more.
Right now live lining is getting better but it will explode any day and its probably the most exciting bass fishing you can experience.
Well, top water plugs are a little better.
Check out the sponsor section and hop aboard one for a day.