Originally Posted by Mason Malmuth

A few years ago we went to different paper which helps to solve these problems.

The problem with the pages falling out was corrected about 15 years ago. So if you're still seeing that, and it's been years since anyone has mentioned it to my knowledge, you must have a book or two from an old printing.

And as for doing books cheaper and going with a more standard format, it's inconsistent with our business model. But we also must be doing something right since a number of our competitors over the years have improved their quality to be more similar to ours.

MM

Originally Posted by Mason Malmuth

A few years ago we went to different paper which helps to solve these problems.

The problem with the pages falling out was corrected about 15 years ago. So if you're still seeing that, and it's been years since anyone has mentioned it to my knowledge, you must have a book or two from an old printing.

And as for doing books cheaper and going with a more standard format, it's inconsistent with our business model. But we also must be doing something right since a number of our competitors over the years have improved their quality to be more similar to ours.

MM

Originally Posted by avatar77

Yes, I had some old prints of poker essays and Gambling Theory but also have had some pages falling from one of my Harrington books.

I respect your business model and your decision to print your books in whatever format you choose. However, we purchase your books for content which has been the main reason why you have been successful. I have yet to hear from anyone about how they really like the format and binding of your books. It is just not convenient to read/open up because of the stiffness.

Originally Posted by avatar77

Yes, I have spent a bundle on my poker book collection. I must say, however, that the money I have won from poker as a result of the knowledge from these books have more than paid for itself. There have been many many great decisions I have made on the table with respect to folds, value bets, bluffs, etc... that have either saved me money or allowed me to win major pots as a result of the thinking process that I evolved from some great books. I would probably say that there are maybe around 30 to 40 books in my collection that would say are must reads for serious poker players.

With regards to comments from my friends/family, I used to get it a lot but now, they just accept it. Bear in mind, that I just showed you my poker collection, I have many many more books on other subjects such as biographies, personal growth, business, fitness, and anything else I can get my hands on (I read almost exclusively non-fiction). It is just my inquisitive and curious nature to learn.

Originally Posted by avatar77

Yes, I have spent a bundle on my poker book collection. I must say, however, that the money I have won from poker as a result of the knowledge from these books have more than paid for itself. There have been many many great decisions I have made on the table with respect to folds, value bets, bluffs, etc... that have either saved me money or allowed me to win major pots as a result of the thinking process that I evolved from some great books. I would probably say that there are maybe around 30 to 40 books in my collection that would say are must reads for serious poker players.

With regards to comments from my friends/family, I used to get it a lot but now, they just accept it. Bear in mind, that I just showed you my poker collection, I have many many more books on other subjects such as biographies, personal growth, business, fitness, and anything else I can get my hands on (I read almost exclusively non-fiction). It is just my inquisitive and curious nature to learn.

Originally Posted by bluem3

you are an impressive person, no wonder your hard work payed off. in the future I wish to have a wide collection like yours in every subject.

I agree with your point of view on 2p2 books, even though I don't have as many books as you to make a precise decision like you, however they are very thick and hard to stay on the page without being rough to the book, but I do annotate etc no pages has fallen off yet.

Originally Posted by slowjoe

Originally Posted by avatar77

Hi bluem3,

Thank you for your kind words. For the same reason stated, I generally don't buy hardcover books either. They are more expensive and higher quality but just too cumbersome to read.

By the way, if you ever want recommendations on non-fiction books on business, social psychology, personal growth, etc... , just pm me or ask me on this board.

Originally Posted by bluem3

What are your fav books on business? and also, if you read the GodFather do you know any other goods books similar like to it?
I think you might know the answer for my question, I was checking books on amazon there was this book which cost $50's, after a couple of years it was published now the book is being sold for $220+ up to $500's what would make the price go up drastically in books??

Originally Posted by bluem3

What are your fav books on business? and also, if you read the GodFather do you know any other goods books similar like to it?
I think you might know the answer for my question, I was checking books on amazon there was this book which cost $50's, after a couple of years it was published now the book is being sold for $220+ up to $500's what would make the price go up drastically in books??