September 2009
Super System: A Course in Power Poker by Doyle Brunson

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Mr. Doyle Brunson is one of the true legends of poker, and this book probably is the most legendary poker book ever written. Educating players for decades, Super System: A Course in Power Poker by Doyle Brunson is the book that has lead the current generation of money-making professionals to poker riches, in my opinion.

I actually enjoyed the read, considering the fact that it’s an old book. I loved Chip Reese’s part of the book – and really endorse the whole book!

Super System: A Course in Power Poker by Doyle Brunson
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June 2009
The Professor, The Banker, and the Suicide King by Michael Craig

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Billionaire Andy Beal took on a “team” of professional poker players (known as The Corporation) in the highest stakes cash-game ever to be played in the world. In this book, Michael Craig talks about the game, the people involved and gives us an insight in the world of ultra-high stakes gambling.

I loved this book, and honestly feel all poker fans should give it a try.

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May 2009
Mike Caro’s Book of Poker Tells

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Mike Caro's Book of Poker Tells

Subtitled “The Psychology and Body Language of Poker”, Caro’s Book of Poker Tells (formerly titled Caro’s Book of Tells) is a true classic in the poker community. Legendary author Mike Caro writes about some very well-known and some very marginal tells at the poker table, which will allow you to spot important signs while playing. It is a good book, but due to the fact that it is somewhat dated – quite a few players know all these things, and might use them against you…

It’s very much worth reading, but I do suggest you to keep in mind that the more experienced players at the table probably read this book too…

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April 2009
Farha on Omaha by Sam Farha & Storms Reback

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Farha on Omaha by Sam Farha and Storms Reback

The book starts great with the personal story of legendary gambler Sam Farha. We get a look into his young life, and it’s a great story! The poker talk on the other hand, is not that impressive. We do get an idea about the difference between Hold’em and Omaha – but Sammy basicly tells us that the way he plays won’t work for people that are less sick of a person than he is. That’s not really the Omaha advice I was hoping for. ;-)

It’s a fun read, but if you REALLY want to learn Pot Limit Omaha, I don’t think it’s the best choice.

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April 2009
No-Limit Hold’em Hand by Hand by Neil D. Myers

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No-Limit Holdem Hand by Hand - Neil D. Myers

100% about the popular form of poker – No Limit Hold’em. I wasn’t completely impressed by Neil D. Myers’ book – but it did give yet another good overview of why some hands are playable in certain situations and which not — and tackled some basic poker ideas including position and pot odds.

Not my favorite book, but not bad for beginners.

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April 2009
The Theory Of Poker by David Sklanksy

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The Theory Of Poker - David Sklanksy

Pretty excellent book for someone completely new to poker. It not only introduces you to more than just No Limit Hold’em – it also talks about basic poker stuff like the value of position, pot odds and bluffing (and semi-bluffing).

I enjoyed David Sklansky’s classic poker introduction a lot, and very much recommend it!

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