Poker Books by Lou Krieger

Omaha eight-or-better high-low split, commonly known as “Omaha/8”, is a poker variant that is increasingly gaining popularity. However, it is often misunderstood by many. Consequently, skilled players have the potential to make substantial profits in this game. This book serves as a valuable resource for poker enthusiasts looking to enhance their skills.

Omaha eight or better high-low split, also known as Omaha/8, is a poker variant that is rapidly gaining popularity, second only to Texas hold’em. Despite sharing many similarities with Texas hold’em, Omaha/8 also has notable differences that can lead to significant profits for skilled players. However, while there are numerous books on Texas hold’em, literature on Omaha/8 is scarce. This book, an updated version of the highly successful “Winning Omaha/8,” fills this gap. It includes new chapters on topics never before covered in poker literature and updates previous content to reflect the game’s recent advancements. “Mastering Omaha8,” a comprehensive guide and tutorial, is an invaluable resource for poker players looking to enhance their Omaha/8 skills.

Lou Krieger and Sheree Bykofsky provide the definitive guide to resolving any poker argument, standstill, or face-off, answering hundreds of tough questions, such as the minimum raise in a no-limit game, betting and raising with a single chip, cutting deals at the final table, and players’ rights to see the winning hand. The book serves as a comprehensive poker bible, featuring rules for all major games, an easy-to-use index, handy charts, and anecdotes from dealers, players, and poker room staff worldwide about real-life arguments and their resolutions, allowing readers to focus on what truly matters—winning.

This new expanded edition provides a comprehensive insight into the thought processes and decision-making strategies of professional poker players. It offers valuable information and guidance on a wide range of complex topics. Krieger emphasizes the significance of making the right decisions, the necessity of patience and position, the flop, and the different stages of the game. He also discusses common errors, strategies for playing in aggressive games, tells, and much more.

This  guide covers every aspect of poker, from setting up a serious home game to running a no-limit tournament. It provides casino-grade rules for resolving any situation and offers advice on maintaining a friendly atmosphere in games. The book also explains the mathematical basis of poker strategy and how to use tactics and read tells in a home game setting. It offers introductions to popular poker variants like Texas Hold ‘Em, Seven-Card Stud, and Omaha. The book, which includes a foreword by Poker for Dummies author Lou Krieger, is the first to bring the intensity of serious poker to casual players. It’s worth noting that poker is played by 60-80 million Americans and watched by over 5 million people on shows like the World Series of Poker on ESPN, the World Poker Tour on the Travel Channel, and Celebrity Poker Showdown on Bravo.

A top poker expert provides crucial advice to help you succeed in Texas Hold ‘Em poker, regardless of whether you’re playing at home, in a tournament, or online. Lou Krieger, the author of the popular ‘Poker Player’s Bible’, not only offers fundamental advice like when to fold, call, or raise, but also shares insider strategies to enhance your game. His guidance varies based on the type of game you’re playing – a tournament, a fixed-limit game (common in the USA), or a pot- or no-limit game (frequently seen in the UK and much of Europe). His advice spans across limit cash games, no-limit or pot-limit cash games, tournaments, and includes tips applicable to all games and specific online poker strategies.

Written in 2000 just before the poker boom, “Hold’em Excellence” serves as a guide primarily focused on playing limit poker, especially in live casino settings. At a time when limit poker’s popularity has waned in favor of no-limit tournaments, this book captures the strategies that professional poker players have been refining for years. Lou Krieger shares this extensive knowledge with beginners, aiming to elevate their game. The book’s value is significantly enhanced by the inclusion of a graphical hand ranking chart, detailing which hands to play and from which position, making it a worthwhile investment on its own.

This guide to card-playing, by poker expert Lou Krieger, encompasses nearly every facet of poker. It begins with an introductory chapter that lays out the rules of poker, followed by a detailed ranking and explanation of poker hands, from a Royal Flush down to One Pair. The book then progresses to explore the mechanics of the game, shedding light on strategic concepts and illustrating how a deep understanding of strategies distinguishes casual players from their more serious counterparts. Subsequent chapters offer guidance on how to differentiate between winning and losing hands, calculate odds, execute bluffs, recognize an opponent’s bluff, and decide when to raise. Krieger focuses on the five most popular poker variants: Texas Hold ’em, Omaha, Omaha/8, Seven-card stud, and Seven-card/8. The concluding chapters provide resources for further exploration of poker, including recommendations for online play websites and a glossary of betting terminology. The book is enriched with over 300 color illustrations that present common poker scenarios.

Playing poker against real opponents online might just be the new frontier of the game. It’s an experience that takes place in a digital realm, where virtual tables and player icons represent you and your opponents, all while specialized algorithms shuffle the “cards” randomly. This online world offers the convenience of finding a game at any hour, catering to players across different time zones. While it might be early morning in California, it’s the perfect time to play in Europe, ensuring there’s always someone ready for a game of poker. However, this version of poker comes with its unique twists. The essence of the game remains unchanged, but the introduction of technology can lead to some surprising and unusual situations.