Casino Gambling For Dummies

Maximize your odds on the casino floor

Casinos are designed for distraction, so it helps to know a bit about when the odds are in your favor and when they’re not before you push a stack of chips onto a table. Professional blackjack player Kevin Blackwood and lifelong sports bettor Swain Scheps know a thing or two about casino gambling. In Casino Gambling For Dummies, these seasoned gaming veterans guide you through the essential strategies for walking out of the casino ahead of the game. They also show you the most common mistakes made by players, helping you avoid gambling risks while you enjoy what the gaming industry has to offer.

Learn to see past the flashing lights, decide how much you’re willing to wager, and find out how to enjoy yourself. In this book, you’ll also discover:

• Step-by-step walkthroughs of casino etiquette and the rules of common casino games, including poker and blackjack
• Explanations of video poker and slots and ways to avoid losing more than you’re comfortable with
• Explorations of online gambling, so you can enjoy the fun of a casino from the comfort of your home

The perfect guide for anyone looking for an easy introduction to the world of casino gaming, Casino Gambling For Dummies is also an essential resource for those seeking to improve their odds at blackjack, craps, video poker, slots, and other games.

About the Authors

Kevin Blackwood (Eugene, OR) is a professional blackjack player as well as author of books and contributor to magazines such as Casino Player. He has visited nearly every casino on the planet and also has extensive experience in poker, sports betting, and slot machines.

Swain Scheps (Dallas, TX) is a lifelong sports betting enthusiast and expert. He has written gaming advice and instruction in the Fodor's Las Vegas travel series. Swain is also the author of Business Intelligence For Dummies and Sports Betting For Dummies.