REFERENCE AND FURTHER READING

Sources and references

The references and further reading from our guides, all in one place.

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66 reference entries, organized by topic.

Each entry links to the original material and lists the site pages that cite it. One source may be used in several guides.

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Rules and first steps

PokerStarsTexas Hold’em rules · PokerStars (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: How to Play Poker — learn by playing for free, Poker positions, Poker Actions and Betting.
PokerStarsHand rankings · PokerStars (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: How to Play Poker — learn by playing for free, Poker hand rankings.
PokerStarsBetting and side pots · PokerStars (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: How to Play Poker — learn by playing for free, Poker Actions and Betting.
YourPokerDreamBeginner’s guide · YourPokerDream (opens in a new tab)br.yourpokerdream.com
Cited in: How to Play Poker — learn by playing for free.

Hands and tiebreakers

PokerStarsHand comparisons and kickers (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Poker hand rankings, Flush in poker.
PokerStarsFlushes and how they are compared (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Flush in poker.
PokerStarsStraight flush (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Flush in poker.

Cash games and tournaments

PokerStarsCash games and tournaments · PokerStars Learn (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Cash Games vs. Poker Tournaments: Differences and Complete Guide.
PokerStarsHow cash tables work · PokerStars (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Cash Games vs. Poker Tournaments: Differences and Complete Guide.
PokerStarsTournament structures and formats · PokerStars (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Cash Games vs. Poker Tournaments: Differences and Complete Guide, Types of poker tournaments.
PokerStarsIntroduction to ICM · PokerStars Learn (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Cash Games vs. Poker Tournaments: Differences and Complete Guide.
PokerStarsCharges and fees · PokerStars (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Cash Games vs. Poker Tournaments: Differences and Complete Guide.
PokerStarsKO and PKO (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Types of poker tournaments.
PokerStarsSatellite strategy (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Types of poker tournaments.
GGPokerRe-entry and rebuy (opens in a new tab)help.ggpoker.com
Cited in: Types of poker tournaments.
PokerStarsICM and payouts (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Types of poker tournaments.

Odds and probabilities

PokerStarsPot odds: formula and context (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Poker Odds Calculator.
PokerStarsHow to count outs (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Poker Odds Calculator.
PokerStarsPitfalls when counting outs (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Poker Odds Calculator.

Terms and expressions

PokerStarsPoker terms and definitions · PokerStars (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Poker Glossary: Terms and Slang.
PokerStarsPoker glossary · PokerStars Learn (opens in a new tab)www.pokerstars.com
Cited in: Poker Glossary: Terms and Slang.
World Poker FederationPoker Terms & Slang · World Poker Federation (opens in a new tab)worldpokerfederation.org
Cited in: Poker Glossary: Terms and Slang.

Tools and study

GTO WizardRandomization and mixed strategies in poker study — GTO Wizard (opens in a new tab)blog.gtowizard.com
Cited in: Poker Randomizer.

Rangeiro review

RangeiroRangeiro — official overview and plans (opens in a new tab)rangeiro.com
Accessed: 2026-10-22
Cited in: Is Rangeiro worth it?.
CheckRaiseIs Rangeiro Worth It? Review — CheckRaise (opens in a new tab)checkraise.com.br
Accessed: 2026-10-22
Cited in: Is Rangeiro worth it?.
RangeiroRangeiro terms of use (opens in a new tab)rangeiro.com
Accessed: 2026-10-22
Cited in: Is Rangeiro worth it?.

Poker books — bibliographic catalog

Open LibraryThe Theory of Poker — David Sklansky (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibrarySuper/System — Doyle Brunson and contributors (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibrarySuper/System 2 — Doyle Brunson and contributors (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryHarrington on Hold’em — Dan Harrington, Bill Robertie (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryThe Mathematics of Poker — Bill Chen, Jerrod Ankenman (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryApplications of No-Limit Hold’em — Matthew Janda (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryNo-Limit Hold’em for Advanced Players — Matthew Janda (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibrarySmall Stakes Hold’em — Ed Miller, David Sklansky, Mason Malmuth (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryEvery Hand Revealed — Gus Hansen (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryKill Phil — Blair Rodman, Lee Nelson (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryKill Everyone — Lee Nelson, Tysen Streib, Kim Lee (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryThe Mental Game of Poker — Jared Tendler, Barry Carter (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryThe Mental Game of Poker 2 — Jared Tendler, Barry Carter (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryThe Poker Mindset — Ian Taylor, Matthew Hilger (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryEssential Poker Math, Expanded Edition — Alton Hardin (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryPlay Optimal Poker — Andrew Brokos (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryPlay Optimal Poker 2 — Andrew Brokos (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryThe Course — Ed Miller (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryPot-Limit Omaha Poker: The Big Play Strategy — Jeff Hwang (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryElements of Poker — Tommy Angelo (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryTournament Poker for Advanced Players — David Sklansky (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerModern Poker Theory — Michael Acevedo (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerModern Poker Theory: The Tournament Workbook — Michael Acevedo (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerSecrets of Professional Tournament Poker — Jonathan Little (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerMastering Small Stakes No-Limit Hold'em — Jonathan Little (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerMoorman's Book of Poker — Chris Moorman, Byron Jacobs (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerExpert Heads Up No Limit Hold'em, Volume 1 — Will Tipton (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerA Girl's Guide to Poker — Amanda Botfeld (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerPositive Poker — Patricia Cardner, Jonathan Little (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerPurposeful Practice for Poker — Patricia Cardner, Gareth James (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerThe Myth of Poker Talent — Alexander Fitzgerald (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerPoker Satellite Success! — Bernard Lee (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerMastering Mixed Games — Dylan Linde (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerPoker Brat — Phil Hellmuth (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerPoker and Pop Culture — Martin Harris (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerExploitative Play in Live Poker — Alexander Fitzgerald (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerMastering Small Stakes Pot-Limit Omaha — Fernando “JNandez” Habegger (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerMastering Small Stakes No-Limit Tournaments — Lexy Gavin-Mather (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
D&B; PokerThe Education of a Modern Poker Player — John Billingham, Thomas Tiroch, Emanuel Cinca (opens in a new tab)dandbpoker.com
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.
Open LibraryThe Theory of Poker Applied to No-Limit — David Sklansky (opens in a new tab)openlibrary.org
Accessed: 2026-10-30
Cited in: Poker books.