Download or read book Lessons From The Pro Poker Tour A Seat At The Table With Poker s Greatest Players written by David Apostolico and published by Kensington Publishing Corp.. This book was released on 2006-08-01 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The invitation-only Professional Poker Tour is strictly limited to the top 200 players in the world. David Apostolico is one of the elite, and he found that going up against other poker masters every day was like attending an incomparable seminar. He takes you through specific hands that he either played or observed, giving detailed analyses that will teach you how to think like a pro. Assessment and adaptability are key factors for survival and success in fast-moving games with experienced players. Smart strategy is your greatest asset, and by studying the extensive hands in this book, you'll learn the tactics and approaches of legendary winners. Most poker books focus on the math and science of poker. But the pros know that there really are no hard and fast rules, and that playing "by the book" will only get you so far before your game becomes completely transparent. By studying the real-world strategies of players like Doyle Brunson, T. J. Cloutier, Billy Baxter, Berry Johnson, and many others--brought to you by one who's been there--you can raise your game to the next level, and have a great time doing it. "David Apostolico has just delivered his third book telling you how to destroy your opponents at the poker table. I loved all of them and feel everybody should add all three to their poker library." --Tom McEvoy, WSOP champion and co-author of the Championship series of poker books David Apostolico plays in dozens of poker tournaments each year. He has won tournaments in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and online.

Download or read book Secrets Of Professional Tournament Poker written by Jonathan Little and published by D&B Publishing. This book was released on 2021-07-21 with total page 715 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new, expanded, fully updated and revised, edition of 'Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker' is a landmark in poker publishing. Originally published in two volumes in 2011 and 2012 this was both a critical and commercial success. Over the last decade, the understanding of poker has changed dramatically and this new edition fully reflects current thinking on the game. This book will give readers a thorough understanding of everything they need to know about playing tournaments and Jonathan Little is undoubtedly the person best qualified to impart this information. The book is split into seven sections: 1) How Tournaments Work –This explains why tournaments are a highly profitable form of poker and examines the basic concepts that need to be mastered. 2) Playing Deep Stacked –This deals with situations where (most) players have stacks of 50 big blinds or more. All situations are dealt with including pre-flop and all three post-flop streets. There is further information on general topics at this stack depth. 3) Playing Mid Stacked –This deals with situations where the basic stack depth is between 27 and 50 big blinds. These situations are tricky because with the shorter stack, players are often going all-in. This means that very clear adjustments are required compared to the deeper stack strategies. 4) Playing Short Stacked –This section focuses on play below 27 big blinds. Now play is almost exclusively focused on the possiblity of players going all-in. Knowing the correct ranges and plays here is vital to maximise your chances for tournament survival. 5) The Late Stages –As the prospect of serious prize money looms, huge adjustments need to be made. How to play on the bubble and concepts such as risk premium and the Independent Chip Model are fundamental to maximising your chance of landing a major prize and they are all thoroughly explained. 6) Hand Examples –This will test your understanding of everything you have learnt so far. 7) Other Considerations –You can improve your tournament results by also working on your general attitude and approach. This section encompasses all the non-technical aspects of playing, including learning, the mental approach, tells and practical tips. Jonathan Little has dedicated himself to educating players who are keen to improve their poker strategy, and in 2020, he was awarded the prestigious title of Global Poker Index “Poker Personality of the Year” – voted for by the poker-playing public. As well as being an immensely successful professional player with over $7,000,000 in live tournament cashes, Jonathan runs the highly respected coaching site pokercoaching.com. By interacting regularly with his students, he has developed a clear understanding of how to explain important concepts in a language that can be easily understood by players of all skill levels. The result is Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker – the definitive guide to modern tournament play.

Download or read book Lessons from the Professional Poker Tour written by David Apostolico and published by Lyle Stuart. This book was released on 2006 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Poker legend Apostolico recounts his experiences playing in the Professional Poker Tour - the game's first invitation-only tournament where players have to qualify to enter. He describes and analyses different hands that were played and focuses on the lessons he learned therefrom. Chapters cover subjects like 'Early Stage Play', Playing Short Stacked' and 'Playing AK'. Each chapter highlights the number of hands Apostolico observed or played and includes passages on hands taken with some of the game's top names.

Download or read book Poker as Life written by Lee Robert Schreiber and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2008-02 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rules of poker are a lot like life--and who better to deal the winning hand than a dedicated player who has learned many of life's most important lessons at the poker table?

Download or read book Lessons from the Felt written by David Apostolico and published by Lyle Stuart. This book was released on 2006 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building on the information-packed Lessons from the Pro Poker Tour, LESSONS FROM THE FELT teaches readers how to apply advanced techniques and tactics to all kinds of no-limit hold'em tournaments. Filled with insights gleaned from his many years on the circuit, David Apostolico uses real-life examples to highlight the processes involved in making correct decisions but with the added variety of environments. From neighbourhood games to big-money tournaments, Lessons From the Felt provides the expertise and analysis players need to improve their skills, odds, and enjoyment.

Download or read book The Best Hand I Ever Played written by Steve Rosenbloom and published by ESPN Books. This book was released on 2005-09-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wise and witty collection of 52 interviews with the best professional poker players in the world (including Doyle Brunson, Amarillo Slim, Phil Gordon, and Annie Duke) in which they recount the greatest hands of their storied careers. Combining heart-stopping action, dramatic storytelling, larger-than-life characters, and expert instruction, The Best Hand I Ever Played provides colorful, money-making wisdom from the sharpest minds in the game. Whether you're a newcomer in a friendly weekly game, an on-line poker shark, or a veteran of Vegas tournaments, The Best Hand I Ever Played will teach you to talk, think, and play like a pro.

Download or read book Phil Gordon s Little Gold Book written by Phil Gordon and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-10-11 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since reigning poker expert Phil Gordon’s Little Green Book illuminated the strategies and philosophies necessary to win at No Limit Texas Hold’em, poker has changed quickly and dramatically. Today, Pot Limit Omaha is the game of choice at nosebleed stakes. The players are aggressive, the games are volatile, the decisions are tough, and the pressure is relentless. This is Poker 2.0. In his Little Gold Book, Phil Gordon reexamines the game from the ground up. The key to competing with today’s top players is finding the post-flop edge, but to really understand this new playing style, you need to get comfortable with the underlying math. Don’t be intimidated. Gordon makes this challenging material as approachable and simple as possible. Beginning with the foundations of Poker 2.0, he unpacks the modern poker player’s tool kit, rigorously examines the new lines of play in No Limit Hold’em, dissects the fast and furious strategies of Pot Limit Omaha, and explores the winning poker mind-set that will take your game to an entirely different level. The golden age of poker is upon us. Phil Gordon’s Little Gold Book will shorten your learning curve, and if you’re willing to put in the time and the work, big bankrolls await.

Download or read book Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker Volume 1 written by Jonathan Little and published by D&B Publishing. This book was released on with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tournament poker is a tough game to play, but the rewards for success can be huge. Even regular online tournaments offer substantial prizes running to hundreds of thousands of dollars. If you want to win big at the tables, then you must buy this book. In Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker, Volume 1 you will learn the fundamentals of play and how to handle varying stack sizes. You will learn: Why tournaments are the most profitable form of poker When to play small ball and when to play long ball How to understand effective stack size How to tailor your play to winning, not just cashing ...plus much more!

Download or read book Life Lessons written by Terry Bordan and published by Tate Publishing. This book was released on 2013-04 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do you know when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em? Can applying poker rules to life ensure a full pot? Authors Terry Bordan and Kristin Schaefer have created a unique, exciting book that shows you how. Through interesting examples and stories, you will learn to apply your poker skills to all areas of your life. You'll see how to use the flop, or life's advantages afforded to us, in your favor. You'll learn how to master skillful communication by reading the hand. And you'll discover how the turn and the river relate to your everyday life. Have a seat in professional poker player Andy Bloch's corner as he shares stories from his career and applies them to improving his own life and yours. You're sure to love this book as you find out that favorite hobby of yours just might teach you some Life Lessons: Hold 'Em Poker Style.

Download or read book Phil Gordon s Little Green Book written by Phil Gordon and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-11-24 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate guide to becoming an expert player of no limit hold’em poker from one of the game’s “premier players” (Erik Seidel, World Series of Poker winner) Phil Gordon. Poker is hotter than ever, with tens of millions of fans dealing in, logging on, and tuning in to global tournaments. And the most popular version of poker is no limit hold’em, long considered the purest form of the game, with appearances in the World Series of Poker, the World Poker Tour, and on Bravo’s Celebrity Poker Showdown. Now, Phil Gordon, acclaimed professional player and cohost of Celebrity Poker Showdown, shares his seasoned expertise and valuable insight in Phil Gordon’s Little Green Book. Featuring a conversational approach and easy-to-digest explanations and diagrams, this is the must-have guide for anyone who wants to go all-in on becoming a better no limit hold’em player.

Download or read book The Biggest Bluff written by Maria Konnikova and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-06-08 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A New York Times bestseller • A New York Times Notable Book “The tale of how Konnikova followed a story about poker players and wound up becoming a story herself will have you riveted, first as you learn about her big winnings, and then as she conveys the lessons she learned both about human nature and herself.” —The Washington Post It's true that Maria Konnikova had never actually played poker before and didn't even know the rules when she approached Erik Seidel, Poker Hall of Fame inductee and winner of tens of millions of dollars in earnings, and convinced him to be her mentor. But she knew her man: a famously thoughtful and broad-minded player, he was intrigued by her pitch that she wasn't interested in making money so much as learning about life. She had faced a stretch of personal bad luck, and her reflections on the role of chance had led her to a giant of game theory, who pointed her to poker as the ultimate master class in learning to distinguish between what can be controlled and what can't. And she certainly brought something to the table, including a Ph.D. in psychology and an acclaimed and growing body of work on human behavior and how to hack it. So Seidel was in, and soon she was down the rabbit hole with him, into the wild, fiercely competitive, overwhelmingly masculine world of high-stakes Texas Hold'em, their initial end point the following year's World Series of Poker. But then something extraordinary happened. Under Seidel's guidance, Konnikova did have many epiphanies about life that derived from her new pursuit, including how to better read, not just her opponents but far more importantly herself; how to identify what tilted her into an emotional state that got in the way of good decisions; and how to get to a place where she could accept luck for what it was, and what it wasn't. But she also began to win. And win. In a little over a year, she began making earnest money from tournaments, ultimately totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. She won a major title, got a sponsor, and got used to being on television, and to headlines like "How one writer's book deal turned her into a professional poker player." She even learned to like Las Vegas. But in the end, Maria Konnikova is a writer and student of human behavior, and ultimately the point was to render her incredible journey into a container for its invaluable lessons. The biggest bluff of all, she learned, is that skill is enough. Bad cards will come our way, but keeping our focus on how we play them and not on the outcome will keep us moving through many a dark patch, until the luck once again breaks our way.

Download or read book Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker Volume 3 written by Jonathan Little and published by D&B Publishing. This book was released on with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jonathan Little is on a mission to teach the world how to play tournament poker. His first two books, Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker Volumes 1 and 2, outlined how the modern professional plays the game and changed the face of the poker landscape. Now Jonathan has produced a third volume, allowing players to test their understanding of the nuances of tournament play. The question and answer format allows the reader to examine each individual hand, consider the relevant factors and formulate their thinking about the best line to take. In this way the reader can compare his or her thought processes with those of a top flight professional who has amassed more than $5 million in career earnings. Jonathan will teach you how to: Hone in on the relevant factors in any given situation Find the most accurate bet-sizings to maximise your expectation Learn how to profit on the bubble and at the final table Jonathan Little is undoubtedly one of the world’s best poker players and also a highly respected coach. In 2010 he cashed 5 times in the WSOP, including a 3rd place finish.

Download or read book Phil Gordon s Little Blue Book written by Phil Gordon and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-12-01 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Poker: The Real Deal and Phil Gordon's Little Green Book, Phil Gordon -- a world-class player and teacher -- shared the strategies, tips, and expertise he's gleaned during his phenomenally successful career. Now, he shows players how to apply those theories to actual hands in order to make smart, confident decisions with every move. Gordon walks readers through hands that he's encountered in cash games; early, middle, and late tournament play; Sit & Gos; satellites and supersatellites; and the final table of the World Series of Poker, revealing not only what plays he made but also why he made them. He relates what goes through a pro's mind in every situation, whether it's a timely bluff or a questionable call, and helps players calculate their own best moves in the most pressure-fueled of situations. In analyzing specific hands, Gordon also imparts important lessons in key poker skills such as calculating odds, shorthanded play, and discovering tells. And he discusses memorable plays -- the good and the oh-so-bad -- explaining why certain moves were made and, in many cases, how the hands should have been played differently. Insightful, witty, and filled with real-life pro secrets, Phil Gordon's Little Blue Book is required reading for every player looking to make a profit and raise his game to the next level.

Download or read book The Pursuit of Poker Success written by Lance Bradley and published by D&B Publishing. This book was released on 2018-06-07 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do some poker players become immensely successful while others fall by the wayside?What is it that separates the successes from the failures?Is there a magic formula? Over the last 12 years, Lance Bradley has been one of poker’s leading journalists and now finds himself at the helm of PocketFives.com as President and Editor-in-Chief. During his time covering the poker world, Bradley has interviewed hundreds, if not thousands, of the world’s best players. This experience has revealed one fascinating trend; contrary to what might be expected, there is no single guaranteed path to success. Each and every poker player featured in The Pursuit of Poker Success has taken their own route to becoming one of the world’s best players. The players interviewed for this book include World Series of Poker bracelet winners, World Poker Tour champions, online poker wizards and some of the best cash game players on the planet. Bradley spoke to each player about the way in which they found success in a game that can be humbling for so many. What worked for them can work for you.

Download or read book The Art Of Winning Poker Tournaments written by Peter Zhang and published by SafeGlobalPoker.com. This book was released on 2016-01-31 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visit SafeGlobaLPoker.com To Play honest fair poker online with low rake.  This is a one of a kind book that will imbibe in you the secrets and the art of winning poker tournaments with ease, finesse, brilliance and skill. There is so much that goes in winning poker tournaments, if you can become a great tournament professional, then you have conquered the world. Tournaments have so many advantages versus cash games that great players today are mostly focusing on tournaments and they will play 4 or 5 tournament series and will relax the entire other part of the year. Even winning 2 or 3 tournament trophies and finishing in the money in several tournaments will pay for the entire years of expenses and provide buy-ins for the next year tournament series. I have come out with this book so that average tournament professionals can rise and become world’s best tournament professionals. I have taught students around the world and my material has been read by some of the world’s best pros for a lot of money. My other books also deal with PLO and NLHE in which I show in examples how I am able to crush online poker with ease and finesse and lift thousands of dollars in a very short period of time. You may also like to check them out. I have been a feared player in the online world known as ‘bts=u=’ and I believe it is time to share my secrets with the world on tournaments. I also have made vast study and learnt a lot from the world’s best pros on the Global Poker Index and this summation of knowledge I am sharing with you so that you too can become a millionaire like me and lead a baller life. I know it is easier said that done but if you do read this book cover to cover 10 times I believe you will becomes 100 times better as a tournament player than where you are currently and this means finishing in the top 3 positions in a tournament a lot more times. I believe this is the time to start and start taking down poker tournaments around the world for fame, glory and fortune. Let’s get started on the learning process. The topics I will cover in this book are • Tempo and why it matters • Importance of Reads on Players and how to take them • Getting and maintain a big stack in a tournament • How You can Trap your way to a bracelet • Art of Winning Poker Tournaments • Developing Intuition and the fine line between hunches and intuition • Final Table Tactics for winning tournament crowns • Hundreds of examples from the top 100 Global Poker Index players to develop skill and hand reading skills There is a lot of information condense in this book, just imagine if you are able to convert a tournament to finishing in the top 3 positions the rewards are immense. The first position of any tournament pays out so much in contrast to other positions that learning the art of winning tournaments and this book becomes an essential read for any player participating in the World Series Of Poker Tournament events and similar tournaments. If you play 100 tournaments and you are able to convert 10 tournaments into big wins it is so much better and rewarding and it is what this book promises. Visit KaizenPoker.com for more!

Download or read book Tournament Tips from the Poker Pros written by Shane Smith and published by Cardoza Publishing. This book was released on with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will show you how to beat low-stakes poker tournaments! For a buy-in of as little as $10 to $100, you can join the exciting world of poker tournaments and parlay your wins into millions. And following Smith's advice and the advice of some of the greatest poker players in the world whose wisdom is presented in this book you'll learn the best strategies for advancing to the championship table!

Download or read book Poker Strategies for a Winning Edge in Business written by David Apostolico and published by Prometheus Books. This book was released on 2010-06-28 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Foreword by Bill Costello, CFO and President for QVC International, Inc.Every business student and entrepreneur should read Poker Srategies for a Winning Edge in Business. The biggest poker games in the world have nothing to do with the green felt and David Apostolico has managed to translate his intimate knowledge of poker into a valuable roadmap to more effective business practices and strategies.STEVEN LIPSCOMBFounder, President, and CEO of the World Poker TourThe principles to win at poker are the same for succeeding at business and this book hits them all.ANTONIO ESFANDIARIWorld Poker Tour winner andWorld Series of Poker bracelet winnerEver since poker proliferated along the Mississippi in the early 1800s, it has been the quintessential American game. Poker, if played correctly, embodies all of the qualities cherished in our free society including ingenuity, hard work, and perseverance. The ability to read and outwit your opponents, which is so essential to success at the poker table, is equally important in forging ahead in a capitalist society. Of course, luck is prevalent in all aspects of our lives, and anyone who has spent time in a poker room can attest to the large and random role that luck plays. How one deals with it can go a long way in determining success.In this book, experienced poker player, tournament champion, attorney, and businessman David Apostolico takes core poker philosophies and applies them to various business situations. Readers learn how to develop a poker mindset to help them in all aspects of their business lives.Apostolico, who has matched wits with the world's top professionals on the invitation only Professional Poker Tour and negotiated mergers and acquisitions on Wall Street, says there are no hard and fast rules to either poker or business success, yet the skills involved in both are extremely similar. Reading the opposition, adapting to changing circumstances, being innovative, and thinking like a winner are necessary to making a living on the felt or in the board room.Whether you are negotiating a deal, managing your finances, marketing products, running a business, or trying to climb the corporate ladder, a solid poker strategy can prove invaluable. Before you make a move in any of these areas, you should read this insightful book to learn how to play your hand for maximum strength.David Apostolico (West Chester, PA), the winner of numerous poker tournaments in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and the burgeoning online casino scene, is the author of Tournament Poker and the Art of War, Lessons from the Pro Poker Tour, Machiavellian Poker Strategy, and three other books on poker. In the business world, Apostolico has been an attorney for law firms in New York and Philadelphia, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, debt and equity financings, and general corporate advice. He has sat on the board of directors of numerous companies. He has also appeared on NBC's hit show The Apprentice.