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Howard Schwartz Gaming Guru - Page 15 Point spread playbook arrives21 June 2007
For almost three decades, the first book ready for the pro football season has been Al O'Donnell's Point Spread Playbook (111 pages, 8x11 paperbound, $19.95). It's been a bettor's favorite each year because it's accurate, reasonably priced and not only goes back three years for spreads and totals, but also offers suggested betting angles for the 2007 season. ... (read more)
Poker books with some humor mixed with advice have value14 June 2007
I know; it's kill or be killed at the poker tables. Take the other guy or gals out and you're on your way to riches. For many players, it's the only way to play -- eliminate the competition, take the money and run. However some authors take a little edge off it all. Mixing humor with advice makes for a less-pressured approach to winning and enjoying the game. ... (read more)
Iskoe's pro, college stat pattern reports ready7 June 2007
Just as great philosophers continue to ponder the meaning of life, football handicappers pursue their own perennial riddle-what causes teams to cover the pointspread?
Annually, for almost two decades, Andy Iskoe of Logical Approach has studied the concept and he's produced two separate books-studies by themselves--to help find the answer. ... (read more)
Eng's Guide to U.S. Casinos, Racinos Super Reference for Travelers31 May 2007
A diverse quartet of new titles have arrived at Gambler's Book Shop this week two should appeal to horseplayers and travelers; one is a vivid look at how a gambling addiction destroyed one man's life and the fourth is a great reference for those who love sports trivia (a super gift for Father's Day in June).
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Bigger Deal; Poker Handbook; tourney craps get spotlight24 May 2007
In 1990, Tony Holden wrote his classic look behind the scenes of poker, Big Deal. His update, answering what has happened since and how the game has changed, is the focus of Bigger Deal: A Year Inside the Poker Boom (291 pages, hard bound, $26).
Too, the home poker game has changed in the past decade, ... (read more)
'Mental' Aspect of Poker Examined; Video Poker Scout Guide Helpful17 May 2007
Two hotsy-totsy titles of interest to poker and video poker aficionados have arrived at Gambler's Book Shop. Alan Schoonmaker's Your Worst Poker Enemy -- Master The Mental Game (336 pages, paperbound, $15.95) and The Frugal Video Poker Scouting Guide by Jean Scott and Viktor Nacht (34 pages, 3x7, pocket-sized, spiralbound, $19.99). ... (read more)
'Mental' aspect of poker examined; Video poker scout guide helpful3 May 2007
Two hotsy-totsy titles of interest to poker and video poker aficionados have arrived at Gambler's Book Shop. Alan Schoonmaker's "Your Worst Poker Enemy -- Master The Mental Game" (336 pages, paperbound, $15.95) and "The Frugal Video Poker Scouting Guide" by Jean Scott and Viktor Nacht (34 pages, 3x7, ... (read more)
Two new poker books aimed at tough players and pigeons11 April 2007
If you're a tough player and one who likes to pretend you're a dunce, two new books just arrived at Gambler's Book Shop that aim to help you perfect your skills at the poker tables and end up with the money. Like watching a colorful parade and you never know what's coming down the street next, the new books ... (read more)
Four Great Poker Classics You Should Have Read By Now4 April 2007
More than you'd imagine, one generation of poker players has a lot to do with creating a new wave of participants. Sometimes it's by word of mouth, that powerful form of what's called "verbal promotion." An example is a Broadway show given lukewarm reviews or a movie which doesn't get the attention it needs to succeed. ... (read more)
Brunson's 'Memorable' book; Livingston's 'Wit' both good reads28 March 2007
How he remembers them I don't know, but the man is a legend, so why worry? My Most Memorable Hands by Doyle Brunson (161 pages, paperbound, $14.95) is colorful, historical and informative.
For those who enjoy reading short, witty quotes and philosophical says from throughout history and from players everywhere, will find hundreds of them in A.D. ... (read more)
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