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Recommended Poker Books

Welcome to our poker books section. On this page you will find several interesting poker books. I have read each of these books (and watched the DVD) myself. I have found each of them to be useful and that is why they are recommended. I have read several poker books that did not make the cut. If you want to be successful at poker, reading a book by a successful and educated player is a great place to start. The books that I’ve recommended cover several topics including: how to win at cash games and beat online poker tournaments. The poker strategy articles in these books will definitely help you become a better poker player.

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Poker Books	Short Description
Doyle Brunson’s Super System 2
	This is the rewrite of the classic “Super System” which was originally written by 2 time main event champ, and poker legend Doyle Brunson. The original was aptly named “the Poker Bible.” This version is updated for today’s game although the chapters on all the basic games have not changed too much. There are a few new chapters including one on the internet, and one on Triple Draw written by Daniel Negreanu. Click to buy Doyle Brunsons Super-System 2 from Amazon.
Brunson’s Super System, The Poker Bible
	Doyle Brunson’s Super System is one of the most important books written on the subject of poker. Super System was dubbed “the Poker Bible” soon after it was written. Super System is an awesome book which deals with strategy at the poker table and offers advice on odds, hands, and how to think at the table. Click to buy Doyle Brunson’s Super System: A Course in Power Poker from Amazon.
Tommy Angelo’s Elements of Poker
	Elements of Poker by Tommy Angelo is being called “The Best Poker Book Ever Written.” This book is written by poker player, writer, and longtime poker coach Tommy Angelo who has transformed many player’s games with his superior coaching skills. Tommy has compiled a list of interesting poker subjects in this revolutionary and enlightening book. Click to buy Elements of Poker from Amazon.
Harrington on Holdem Vol. 1 - Strategic Play
	The Harrington on Holdem series is largely considered to be the best information available on poker tournaments and tournament strategy. Former main event champion Dan Harrington managed to final table the 2003 and 2004 main event instantly making him a legend. He leaves no subject untouched in this excellent resource on poker tournaments. Click to buy Harrington on Hold ‘em, Vol. 1: Strategic Play from Amazon.
Harrington on Holdem Vol. 2 - The Endgame
	Dan Harrington continues the series with “HoH2.” In the 2nd book of his series Dan continues by discussing the middle and endgame of tournament poker. He discusses in detail subjects like bubble-play, “M,” and shorthanded and headsup play. This book tackles the subject of late game tournament poker better than any book that has come before it. Click to buy Harrington on Hold ‘em, Vol. 2: Endgame from Amazon.
Harrington on Holdem Vol. 3 - The Workbook
	Dan Harrington continues the series with Harrington on Holdem (HoH) 3 - The Workbook. In volume 3 Dan presents 50 different problems to the reader and offers advice on how to think about each hand for yourself. The reader is able to solve the problems and then score their solutions in the back of the book. Learning to actually THINK like the pros is the most important part of playing like the pros. Click to buy Harrington on Hold ‘em, Vol. 3: The Workbook from Amazon.
David Sklansky’s The Theory of Poker
	The Theory of Poker, by David Sklansky, discusses fundamental poker theory that is applicable to nearly every poker variation. Topics include: value of deception, bluffing, raising, the slow-play, the value of position, psychology, heads-up play, game theory, implied odds, the free card, and semibluffing. Sklansky is an acclaimed author and this book does not dissapoint. Click to buy The Theory of Poker from Amazon.
Sklansky and Malmuth’s Holdem Poker for Advanced Players
	Holdem Poker for Advanced Players, by Sklansky and Malmuth was (at the time of its writing) a revolutionary book in the poker world. This book discusses all manner of topics on the game of Limit Hold’em Poker including play on the first two cards, semi-bluffing, the free card, inducing bluffs, staying with a draw, playing when a pair flops, playing trash hands, desperation bets, playing in wild games, reading hands, and psychology. Click to buy Hold’Em Poker for Advanced Players from Amazon.
Phil Hellmuth’s Play Poker Like the Pros
	Play Poker Like the Pros by Phil Hellmuth Jr. is an excellent book covering a range of poker topics including Hold’em, Omaha, Seven Card Stud, and more. Phil treats this book like a beginner’s guide to winning money at poker. It is a great starting point and introduces many concepts that make it easier for new players to think about the game rather than more difficult. Click to buy Play Poker Like the Pros from Amazon.
Jon Vorhaus’ Killer Poker Online: Crushing the Internet Game
	Killer Poker Online: Crushing the Internet Game, by John Vorhaus is an excellent addition to any poker player’s library. KPO is not your typical strategy book that will teach you what to do with AK facing an UTG raise. It is a fantastic book for polishing your game and making sure that you are a playing your A-game more often. If you would call yourself a frequent tilter, then this is the book for you. Click to buy Killer Poker Online: Crushing the Internet Game from Amazon.
Howard Lederer ‘Tells’ All DVD
	The Howard Lederer Tells All DVD is an excellent resource for online players who are first making the transition to a live poker game. This DVD makes learning to read players, understanding the fundamentals of poker psychology, and body language very simple to understand. Click to buy Howard Lederer ‘Tells’ All from Amazon.