There are tons of books out there that will answer questions and define terminology but I haven't read one yet that will DESIGN a suspension for you.
Look here:
http://www.ssapubl.com/
There are a few GOOD suspension design programs out there also. I use this one:
http://www.performancetrends.com/SuspAnzr.htm
The problem here, even with a good design program, is you need to know what you want/need for performance numbers. The programs and books don't specify the numbers. They can't because every design is unique.
The demo of the above program can get you numbers (C4 Corvette) to emulate but just concider this a start point. You could take those numbers and build your own suspension around them using the Corvette steering rack.
Just remember this. The suspension design is directly linked to the steering gear you choose to use. Get that part nailed down early whether it be a MI-II, Corvette, Vega or whatever. Design the suspension to work with a specific rack or box. DO NOT design a suspension and then try to make a steering system work. You will be chasing your tail from day one...
Mark