The first book for women, by women, who want to claim their seat at the poker table - and win! Presented in an easy-to-follow, lively and practical format, Playing with the Big Boys offers everything from the origins and basics of the game to the variations, strategies and ways women can participate in tournaments. Fundamental as well as unusual variants are all discussed, as well as betting, bluffing, managing a losing streak - or a winning streak - and, of course, knowing when to hold them, and when to fold them.' All told from a women to other women.'