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Dreams do come true, as seen in this incredible true tale of a humble amateurwho beat the odds to win millions with a deck of cards.
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This is the story behind the most dramatic World Series of Poker ever and its lasting effects, told by the players, the TV execs, the tournament directors, techs, writers, and the 2003 WSOP champ himself, Chris Moneymaker. Moneymaker, an amateur poker player with a name too good to be true, defied the odds to win the 2003 WSOP main event, just as the twin inventions of online poker and the hole-card camera simultaneously arrived to revolutionize a game long-relegated to smoky bars and living rooms. More than a decade later, with the online-poker world in an ongoing state of flux, the "Moneymaker effect" continues to reverberate while the recollections and insights of the more than 30 eye-witness contributors remain as relevant and insightful as ever, whether you're a player yourself or simply interested in a great real-life narrative.
Excelling at No-Limit Hold'em is a sensation in poker publishing. Renowned poker professional and author Jonathan Little brings together 17 of the greatest no-limit experts in the world to discuss all aspects of the game. These experts include superstars such as Phil Hellmuth, Chris Moneymaker, Mike Sexton and Jared Tendler. In Part 1 strategies are analysed for topics such as understanding the fundamentals, satellite play, lower-buy in events, analysing tells and moving up in stakes Part 2 sees a thorough technical breakdown of the game including sections on range analysis, game theory optimal play, short stack strategies, value betting and final table play. As any serious poker will confirm, the technical side is only half the battle and so Part 3 deals with mental toughness, psychology and understanding tilt. Excelling at No-Limit Hold‘em provides all the tools that an aspiring player needs to understand no-limit hold‘em. It is a must buy for anyone who is serious about wanting to improve their poker.
Got Truth? will take you on a humorous, enlightening journey of one man's search to find reality in a world full of "spin". Candid and honest, funny and maybe a little biased, you will be led on an educational, thoughtful and playful observation of the truths in our world. Got Truth? will make you wonder, will make you laugh, and will probably make you a little mad. It's all up to you and how you accept the truth in your life and your world.
The Games Are Virtual—The Profits Are Real! With increasing availability, Internet poker offers the ideal solution for players who know the basics and are looking for a fun, easy way to get into a game. But how do you pick the sites that offer you the best—and most lucrative—gaming experience? Updated with the latest information on the latest games, Powerful Profits from Internet Poker is the all-in-one guide to getting the most out of online poker, featuring outstanding advice from celebrated gambling columnist and casino insider Victor H. Royer. Here is the first book to answer the real questions posed by real Internet players, including: What are the applicable Internet gambling laws and how do they affect me? Does my state allow Internet poker? Updated strategies for U.S. Internet Poker, and how to play profitably Which international Internet poker sites are still operating? Is it safe? Can I be cheated? How? –and much more! Whether you're an enthusiastic amateur or a seasoned player, this indispensable guide will provide everything you need to enhance your enjoyment of the game, improve your skill, and reap powerful profits. 112,000 Words
Learn How to Play Smart, Stay Safe, and Have Fun with Online Poker "Under the gun, I had a nut flush draw on the flop, so I go over the top back into the small blind, the guy on the button smooth calls, and I catch the boat on fifth street!" The above quote may not sound intelligible to you now, but it actually makes perfect sense to dedicated poker players. Deal Me In! will have you talking the talk and walking the walk in no time. Whether you're playing with "funny money" or real stakes, you'll discover how fun and exciting online poker is, and how it demands much of the same strategies and skills as a live game. But with Internet poker you can play any time of the day or night, and choose...
FREELANCE POKER WRITING: How to Make Money Writing for the Gaming Industry is the first book showing freelance writers how to make money writing for the casino/gaming industry. Author Brian Konradt, a professional freelance writer with over a decade of experience, introduces writers to the exciting and thrilling world of poker and gaming. He shows readers step-by-step how to cover poker tournaments, poker events, and poker-related topics, and then sell what they write to magazines, newspapers, websites, companies and other media outlets in the gaming industry. Readers will meet many professional freelance writers and poker players who share their insight, advice and experiences. Are you ready to take the plunge into the exciting world of freelance poker writing?
Discusses the history of legal gambling in the United States, describes compulsive gambling, and offers arguments about state sponsorship of lotteries, Indian gaming, gambling on sports, games of skill, bingo for charity, and gambling online.
“A book every entrepreneur needs to read. E. Brian Rose does a fantastic job taking you through the ‘real’ world of business building.” —Wayne Allyn Root, bestselling author of The Power of Relentless Millionaire Within pulls back the curtain, giving you a front-row view of online entrepreneur E. Brian Rose’s journey to becoming a self-made millionaire. Rose details the simple steps he took to make a fortune on the Internet. These tales of failure and success will motivate you to jump in and start your own journey. “A raw and uncut rollercoaster ride that will leave you thoroughly entertained and enlightened. This book is like being a fly on the wall witnessing the bold power m...