Poker Books Published in 2014

Mastering PLO stands out as a unique and impressive book that introduces a fresh approach to the game, unlike most PLO books that suggest an outdated, highly conservative game-plan that’s ineffective in today’s games. This book provides detailed explanations on pre-flop hand selection and dynamics, including wide 3- and 4-bet ranges analysis and optimal bet-sizing theory. It also teaches how to leverage equity shifts on turn and river, and the art of bluffing. It helps you comprehend the game better, fostering a comprehensive view of the play by linking preflop decisions to later actions. And there’s more… A well-defined game-plan and the right mindset can significantly boost your win-rate and give you an advantage over your opponents. Mastering PLO is the key to gaining that advantage!

This book discusses the impact of Chris Moneymaker’s victory in the 2003 World Series of Poker main event on the poker industry. Moneymaker, an amateur poker player, won the event and its $2.5 million prize after qualifying through an online satellite tournament with a $39 buy-in. His victory inspired millions of people to start playing poker, both online and in live tournaments, leading to a massive boom in the poker industry. The book explores how Moneymaker’s win changed the perception of poker from a game played by professionals and seasoned gamblers to one that anyone could learn and potentially succeed in. This phenomenon, known as the “Moneymaker Effect,” led to a significant increase in the number of poker players, the size of tournament prize pools, and the growth of online poker sites.

Poker’s 1% reveals the crucial distinction between elite poker players and the rest, arguing that the key difference lies in their approach to the game. The book aims to bridge the knowledge gap by sharing a well-known secret among top players and providing a unified strategy that encompasses every hand played. By leading readers to a singular “aha” moment and offering guidance on fine-tuning their approach, Poker’s 1% serves as a roadmap for dedicated players to correct mistakes, improve their skills, and ultimately reach the highest levels of the game.