Peter French is a bookshop manager, music reviewer and self-taught gambler. He is the winner of numerous poker tournaments and a profitable sports better. Peter admits to having made all the usual novice's mistakes before learning to win money consistently but points out that this makes him the perfect author for a beginner's guide.

Getting Started: How to use this book; Odds and the concept of value in betting; Managing your bankroll; Staying in control; Choosing the right game; Getting started on the internet; First steps in the casino. Poker: Ranking of poker hands; Texas Hold'em; No-limit Hold'em; Pot-limit Hold'em; Tournament play; Seven Card Stud; Draw Poker; Omaha Hold'em (Omaha); Omaha Hi/Lo; Social variants; Tips for playing poker in the casino; Tips for playing poker online. Games of Chance: Roulette; Blackjack; Craps; Baccarat (Punto Banco); Slot machines; Video poker; Other games of chance; Tips for playing games of chance in the casino; Tips for playing games of chance online. Sports Betting: Types of bet; Horse racing; Other sports; Betting exchanges. Recommended websites. Glossary. Index. Acknowledgements. The author.