Monoprice is ok, but I never recommend it for several reasons:
-The pressure sensitivity is glitchy. Non-existent for the cheaper versions.
-Low compatibility rate with art programs. Only works on specific ones.
-Not 2 sided with shortcuts like Wacom tablets.
-Just all-around not as good for the same price.
Wacom is the only real successful tablet manufacturer and is used by all professionals. The Bamboo Craft is near the top of Bamboo tablets, but is the minimum I ever recommend to anyone. It's a fair size (bigger then the Pen, Touch and Pen/Touch) and has the same functions as the Bamboo Fun (Larger and @ $199.99). When you get exceptionally good and some money, jump onto the Intuos. If you get really good and do this as a major profession, the 3rd and final series from Wacom (forgot what it's called), and get the ultimate tablets. The last one is epic overkill, but if you use all the features, it is the god of tablets.