Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies

Richard Eng, a former researcher/writer for ABC Sports, has been involved in thoroughbred horse racing for more than 20 years. He currently hosts a radio show on horse racing.

Introduction.Part I: And They're Off! Horse Racing and the Betting Scene.Chapter 1: Playing the Ponies for Pleasure and Profit.Chapter 2: All Horse Races Are Not Created Equal.Chapter 3: Getting a Handle on Parimutuel Wagering.Chapter 4: The Skinny on Betting.Chapter 5: Visiting the Racetrack.Part II: How the Players and Factors Impact the Race.Chapter 6: Studying Horses in the Paddock and during Post Parade.Chapter 7: Riders Up: The Importance of a Jockey.Chapter 8: Calling the Shots: Trainers and Owners.Chapter 9: Knowing the Track Surface and Conditions.Chapter 10: Zoning In on Equipment Changes.Part III: Gaining and Keeping a Competitive Edge.Chapter 11: Starting with the Right Tools: The Daily Racing Form and More.Chapter 12: Trying Your Hand at Handicapping.Chapter 13: Planning Your Wagers.Chapter 14: Making the Most of Your Bankroll.Part IV: Risky Business: Tackling More Advanced Bets.Chapter 15: Betting Exotic Wagers.Chapter 16: Getting Into Sophisticated Handicapping.Chapter 17: Taking On Handicapping Tournaments.Chapter 18: The Race for the Triple Crown: Picking a Kentucky Derby Winner and More.Part V: Playing Different Ponies and Different Venues.Chapter 19: Harness Racing: It'll Drive You Wild.Chapter 20: American Quarter Horse Racing: Don't Blink or You'll Miss It.Chapter 21: Visiting Your Local OTB: Off-Track Betting.Chapter 22: Betting from Home.Chapter 23: Viva Las Vegas.Part VI: The Part of Tens.Chapter 24: Ten Best Bets and Betting Angles.Chapter 25: Ten Best Racetracks to Visit.Chapter 26: Ten Common Betting Mistakes.Appendix: A Glossary of Horse Racing Lingo.Index.