On the road, behind the scenes, and in your home, the hosts and stars of the smash hit World Poker Tour get you in the game with this exclusive poker strategy guide. The World Poker Tour has revolutionized the game of poker, raising awareness and enthusiasm to an international level. The WPT weekly television series is the highest-rated series in the history of the Travel Channel. The show covers 14 prestigious high- stakes poker tournaments filmed on location at casinos around the world. Along with expert commentary and a live audience, the WPT uses technology that allows viewers to see hole cards, providing an interactive edge along with the excitement of a professional sporting event. World Poker Tour: Shuffle Up and Deal is aimed at the millions of passionate fans of the WPT, whether they're ambitious up-and-comers on the poker circuit, or casual players hoping to take the pot at their next home game. Shuffle Up and Deal will be a solid poker primer, covering set-up, play, and basic poker strategy, along with many of the interactive elements of the show, profiles of WPT star players, insights into the world of professional poker, and an inside look at the show.