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Chess Opening Names - Volume 1

by Nathan Rose ...

Narrated by Nathan Rose ...

Unabridged

4 hours 53 min

The people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You probably know the names already: the Sicilian Defense, the Ruy Lopez, the French Defense, the Caro-Kann, the Benoni, the London System, the Scandinavian Defense and so on.But most chess players don't know WHY the openings are called what they are. The tales are ... Read more

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The people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You probably know the names already: the Sicilian Defense, the Ruy Lopez, the French Defense, the Caro-Kann, the Benoni, the London System, the Scandinavian Defense and so on.But most chess players don't know WHY the openings are called what they are. The tales are
... Read more
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Everybody Wins

Four Decades of the Greatest Board Games Ever Made (Updated)

by James Wallis ...

Narrated by James Wallis ...

Unabridged

7 hours 27 min

Ever wondered when board games got so good?The last forty years have seen nothing short of a revolution in the world of tabletop games. No longer synonymous with family arguments over a game of Monopoly or Trivial Pursuit, board games and the once niche hobby of tabletop gaming have moved into the mainstream over thelast four decades, with modern classics like CATAN, Ticket to Ride and Carcassonne ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ever wondered when board games got so good?The last forty years have seen nothing short of a revolution in the world of tabletop games. No longer synonymous with family arguments over a game of Monopoly or Trivial Pursuit, board games and the once niche hobby of tabletop gaming have moved into the mainstream over thelast four decades, with modern classics like CATAN, Ticket to Ride and Carcassonne
... Read more
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Nintendo Switch 2 – La nouvelle ère de la console hybride

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Florian G ...

Series Audiobook 19 - Arts, culture et divertissement
Unabridged

1 hour 26 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.La révolution continue.Après le succès planétaire de la Nintendo Switch, Nintendo prépare une nouvelle ère avec la Switch 2 : plus puissante, plus fluide, plus immersive — tout en restant fidèle à l’esprit qui a conquis des millions de joueurs.Ce livre vous plonge dans les coulisses de cette console attendue :• son héritage historique,• ses ... Read more

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Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.La révolution continue.Après le succès planétaire de la Nintendo Switch, Nintendo prépare une nouvelle ère avec la Switch 2 : plus puissante, plus fluide, plus immersive — tout en restant fidèle à l’esprit qui a conquis des millions de joueurs.Ce livre vous plonge dans les coulisses de cette console attendue :• son héritage historique,• ses
... Read more
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Audiobook

POKER MATH

Strategy and Tactics for Mastering Poker Mathematics and Improving Your Game (2022 Guide for Beginners)

by Blanke Clarke ...

Narrated by Peter Finch ...

Unabridged

1 hour 24 min

Whether you want to improve your performance at your monthly poker game with your friends or supplement your income by playing frequently online, understanding poker math is the next step.Inside, you'll discover a simplified explanation of complicated subjects like game theory optimum, ideal ranges, flat betting, and more, and real-life examples to help you comprehend where and when you'd utilize ... Read more

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Whether you want to improve your performance at your monthly poker game with your friends or supplement your income by playing frequently online, understanding poker math is the next step.Inside, you'll discover a simplified explanation of complicated subjects like game theory optimum, ideal ranges, flat betting, and more, and real-life examples to help you comprehend where and when you'd utilize
... Read more
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Mahjong

A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture

by Annelise Heinz ...

Narrated by Rachel Botchan ...

Unabridged

11 hours 21 min

Click-click-click. The sound of mahjong tiles connects American expatriates in Shanghai, Jazz Age white Americans, urban Chinese Americans in the 1930s, incarcerated Japanese Americans in wartime, Jewish American suburban mothers, and Air Force officers' wives in the postwar era.Mahjong: A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture illustrates how the spaces between tiles and the ... Read more

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Click-click-click. The sound of mahjong tiles connects American expatriates in Shanghai, Jazz Age white Americans, urban Chinese Americans in the 1930s, incarcerated Japanese Americans in wartime, Jewish American suburban mothers, and Air Force officers' wives in the postwar era.Mahjong: A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture illustrates how the spaces between tiles and the
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What Board Games Mean to Me

Tales from the Tabletop

by Donna Gregory ...

Narrated by Calvin Wong ...

Unabridged

5 hours 50 min

Remember the last game you played? Maybe you remember the first one, too …If you love games, or know someone who does, you’ll know that board games today form a part of people’s lives every bit as cherished as music, movies, books or sports. Board games have become staples of popular culture around which we live our lives, and through which we navigate and remember many of life’s ups and downs. ... Read more

$26.10 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Remember the last game you played? Maybe you remember the first one, too …If you love games, or know someone who does, you’ll know that board games today form a part of people’s lives every bit as cherished as music, movies, books or sports. Board games have become staples of popular culture around which we live our lives, and through which we navigate and remember many of life’s ups and downs.
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Scacchi

Una guida per principianti ai fondamenti degli scacchi

by Sasha Ivanov ...

Narrated by Voce digitale Italo G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 43 min

Questo audiolibro è narrato da una voce digitale.Questo audiolibro è narrato da una voce digitale.Gli scacchi sono un gioco di strategia, intelletto e infinite possibilità. Spesso definito il gioco dei re, ha sfidato le menti per secoli, richiedendo pazienza, lungimiranza e la capacità di anticipare la prossima mossa dell'avversario. Con più potenziali esiti di quanti siano gli atomi nell'universo ... Read more

$6.86 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Questo audiolibro è narrato da una voce digitale.Questo audiolibro è narrato da una voce digitale.Gli scacchi sono un gioco di strategia, intelletto e infinite possibilità. Spesso definito il gioco dei re, ha sfidato le menti per secoli, richiedendo pazienza, lungimiranza e la capacità di anticipare la prossima mossa dell'avversario. Con più potenziali esiti di quanti siano gli atomi nell'universo
... Read more
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Audiobook

Design Your Destiny: How to Create Your Own Board Game

by Duncan Neven ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

5 hours 31 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Have you ever gazed upon a beautifully crafted board game, marveling at its intricate mechanics and engaging gameplay, and thought, "I could do that"? This book provides the roadmap to turn that thought into a tangible reality. Designing a board game is a rewarding endeavor, a fusion of creativity, strategy, and problem-solving that can captivate ... Read more

$6.86 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Have you ever gazed upon a beautifully crafted board game, marveling at its intricate mechanics and engaging gameplay, and thought, "I could do that"? This book provides the roadmap to turn that thought into a tangible reality. Designing a board game is a rewarding endeavor, a fusion of creativity, strategy, and problem-solving that can captivate
... Read more
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Audiobook

Chess for Beginners

Comprehensive And Simplified Guide To Know Board, Pieces, Rules, Strategies And Tactics To Win!

by Magnus Fisher ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Chess - From Beginner to Grand Master
Unabridged

1 hour 14 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Unlock the Secrets of Chess Mastery with "CHESS FOR BEGINNERS"!♟️ Does the intricate world of chess leave you bewildered?♟️Are you grappling with the moves of the pawn, rook, knight, bishop, queen, and king?Whether you're a complete newcomer to chess or looking to elevate your game, "CHESS FOR BEGINNERS" is your gateway to unraveling the mysteries of ... Read more

$20.57 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Unlock the Secrets of Chess Mastery with "CHESS FOR BEGINNERS"!♟️ Does the intricate world of chess leave you bewildered?♟️Are you grappling with the moves of the pawn, rook, knight, bishop, queen, and king?Whether you're a complete newcomer to chess or looking to elevate your game, "CHESS FOR BEGINNERS" is your gateway to unraveling the mysteries of
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Diplomacy Conversations

How to Win at Diplomacy, Or Strategy for Face-to-Face, Online, and Tournaments

by Erik van Mechelen ...

Narrated by Erik van Mechelen ...

Unabridged

4 hours 20 min

You've been invited to play Diplomacy with friends or colleagues and you don't want to look foolish. That should be easy enough: in everyday life and the office you're smart and confident.So no, avoiding coming across as an imbecile is not enough. You want a crack at winning.Every standard game of Diplomacy features 7 players, so you are unlikely to win. If all your opponents are of equal ability, ... Read more

$20.60 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

You've been invited to play Diplomacy with friends or colleagues and you don't want to look foolish. That should be easy enough: in everyday life and the office you're smart and confident.So no, avoiding coming across as an imbecile is not enough. You want a crack at winning.Every standard game of Diplomacy features 7 players, so you are unlikely to win. If all your opponents are of equal ability,
... Read more
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Audiobook

Game Of Go

by Li Wei ...

Narrated by Ross Pipkin ...

Unabridged

34 min

The game of go has been played for thousands upon thousands of years, in fact it is one of the oldest board games in the world. This audio book describes the history of go and how you too can enjoy this phenomenal board game! Covering everything from the rules of go to popular strategies you too will be a go expert in no time! ... Read more

$6.79 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

The game of go has been played for thousands upon thousands of years, in fact it is one of the oldest board games in the world. This audio book describes the history of go and how you too can enjoy this phenomenal board game! Covering everything from the rules of go to popular strategies you too will be a go expert in no time!
... Read more
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Audiobook

Across the Board

How Games Make Us Human

by Tim Clare ...

Narrated by Richard Trinder ...

Unabridged

8 hours 7 min

Tabletop games are ordinary and extraordinary. Ordinary because they're everywhere: played in bars and cafés, churches and casinos, through sunless winters in polar research stations and in the sweltering summer heat of Tanzanian villages and streamed live over Twitch to millions of viewers. They fill the activity pages of children's magazines and the halls of senior centers. They appear as ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Tabletop games are ordinary and extraordinary. Ordinary because they're everywhere: played in bars and cafés, churches and casinos, through sunless winters in polar research stations and in the sweltering summer heat of Tanzanian villages and streamed live over Twitch to millions of viewers. They fill the activity pages of children's magazines and the halls of senior centers. They appear as
... Read more
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Audiobook

Chess for Beginners: Mastering the Basics of the Game

A Step-by-Step Guide to Understanding and Playing Chess

by Oliver Stevens ...

Narrated by Oliver Stevens ...

Unabridged

3 hours 15 min

For anyone interested in learning the game of chess, "Chess for Beginners: Mastering the Basics of the Game: A Step-by-Step Guide to Understanding and Playing Chess" is an ideal place to start. With a straightforward, methodical approach, this extensive tutorial aims to demystify the game and make it approachable for novices. Starting with an introduction to the chessboard and the distinct moves ... Read more

$21.97 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

For anyone interested in learning the game of chess, "Chess for Beginners: Mastering the Basics of the Game: A Step-by-Step Guide to Understanding and Playing Chess" is an ideal place to start. With a straightforward, methodical approach, this extensive tutorial aims to demystify the game and make it approachable for novices. Starting with an introduction to the chessboard and the distinct moves
... Read more
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Audiobook

Board Games: From Ancient Senet to the Modern Tabletop Boom

by Oliver Beaumont ...

Narrated by Oliver Beaumont ...

Unabridged

1 hour 48 min

Discover the rich cultural history of tabletop gaming, where ancient civilizations encoded fate into strategy and play. Perfect for an engaging daily commute, this immersive historical journey reveals why humans continually return to small wooden tokens and cardboard grids. From dusty temple courtyards to royal war rooms, every rulebook serves as a vivid time capsule of the society that forged it ... Read more

$13.73 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the rich cultural history of tabletop gaming, where ancient civilizations encoded fate into strategy and play. Perfect for an engaging daily commute, this immersive historical journey reveals why humans continually return to small wooden tokens and cardboard grids. From dusty temple courtyards to royal war rooms, every rulebook serves as a vivid time capsule of the society that forged it
... Read more
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Audiobook

Finding Genius: Chess - Life Lessons From the Board

by Richard Jacobs ...

Narrated by Newton Lusambili ...

Unabridged

16 min

Amidst an uncertain world in constant flux, it’s easy to see the value of the chess player’s special skills: thinking ahead, taking preparatory moves, maintaining deep concentration, thinking outside themselves, and staying goal-oriented.These skills are not easily acquired; they require consistent effort, practice, mental discipline, and patience. However, these skills are essential for success ... Read more

$4.05 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Amidst an uncertain world in constant flux, it’s easy to see the value of the chess player’s special skills: thinking ahead, taking preparatory moves, maintaining deep concentration, thinking outside themselves, and staying goal-oriented.These skills are not easily acquired; they require consistent effort, practice, mental discipline, and patience. However, these skills are essential for success
... Read more
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100 Idées Simples pour Petits et Grands Moments

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 22 - Arts, culture et divertissement
Unabridged

1 hour 19 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Et si le bonheur se cachait dans les choses les plus simples ?Ce livre est une véritable boîte à idées pour tous ceux qui souhaitent vivre, créer, rire et partager au quotidien.À travers 100 activités faciles et accessibles, redécouvrez la joie d’un moment présent : bricoler avec du carton, peindre avec les doigts, construire une cabane, fabriquer ... Read more

$2.75 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Et si le bonheur se cachait dans les choses les plus simples ?Ce livre est une véritable boîte à idées pour tous ceux qui souhaitent vivre, créer, rire et partager au quotidien.À travers 100 activités faciles et accessibles, redécouvrez la joie d’un moment présent : bricoler avec du carton, peindre avec les doigts, construire une cabane, fabriquer
... Read more
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Audiobook

Diary of a Minecraft Dork Steve Book 4: Pig Race (An Unofficial Minecraft Diary Book)

by MC Steve ...

Narrated by MC Steve ...

Unabridged

1 hour

Something smells funny during the great pig race, and its not the pigs!The plucky Dork Steve might not crave adventure, but he sure seems to find it wherever he goes. It's time for his village's very esteemed, annual pig race and to his dismay his petulant friend Alex is dead set on bringing home the gold with her beast of a pig, Martin.Winning is not going to be easy though – the competition is ... Read more

$3.89 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Something smells funny during the great pig race, and its not the pigs!The plucky Dork Steve might not crave adventure, but he sure seems to find it wherever he goes. It's time for his village's very esteemed, annual pig race and to his dismay his petulant friend Alex is dead set on bringing home the gold with her beast of a pig, Martin.Winning is not going to be easy though – the competition is
... Read more
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Audiobook

Everybody Wins

Four Decades of the Greatest Board Games Ever Made

by James Wallis ...

Narrated by James Wallis ...

Unabridged

7 hours 18 min

Ever wondered when board games got so good?The last forty years have seen nothing short of a revolution in the world of tabletop games. No longer synonymous with family arguments over a game of Monopoly or Trivial Pursuit, board games and the once niche hobby of tabletop gaming have moved into the mainstream over the last four decades, with modernclassics like CATAN, Ticket to Ride and Carcassonne ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ever wondered when board games got so good?The last forty years have seen nothing short of a revolution in the world of tabletop games. No longer synonymous with family arguments over a game of Monopoly or Trivial Pursuit, board games and the once niche hobby of tabletop gaming have moved into the mainstream over the last four decades, with modernclassics like CATAN, Ticket to Ride and Carcassonne
... Read more
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Audiobook

Chess Opening Names - Volume 2

by Nathan Rose ...

Narrated by Nathan Rose ...

Unabridged

5 hours 52 min

Even more of the people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You may know the names already: the Italian Game, the Cambridge Springs Defense, the Smith-Morra Gambit, the Max Lange Attack, the Colle System, the Blackmar-Diemer Gambit, the Paulsen Variation, the Damiano Defense, and so on.But most chess players don't ... Read more

$19.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Even more of the people, places and stories behind the chess openings and their namesWhen we play chess, the first few moves define the game . You may know the names already: the Italian Game, the Cambridge Springs Defense, the Smith-Morra Gambit, the Max Lange Attack, the Colle System, the Blackmar-Diemer Gambit, the Paulsen Variation, the Damiano Defense, and so on.But most chess players don't
... Read more
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Chess Tactics & Move Prediction

Beginners Guide to Strategies and Basics Opening and Closing Tactics! Learn How to Visualize the Game and Predict Your Opponent’s Intentions!

by Magnus Fisher ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mike G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 15 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Master Chess with "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction"!♟️ New to chess and unsure how to use pawns, rooks, knights, and queens effectively? "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction" is your ultimate beginner's guide to improving your skills and understanding the game. Learn the Basics and Beyond: Unravel the mysteries of chess pros and grandmasters. This guide ... Read more

$23.32 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Master Chess with "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction"!♟️ New to chess and unsure how to use pawns, rooks, knights, and queens effectively? "CHESS Tactics & Move Prediction" is your ultimate beginner's guide to improving your skills and understanding the game. Learn the Basics and Beyond: Unravel the mysteries of chess pros and grandmasters. This guide
... Read more
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Catan Strategy

The Complete Guide to Winning the Popular Board Game

by Mark Oxer ...

Narrated by Mike Goodrick ...

Unabridged

2 hours 41 min

After winning the Canadian Championship in 2005 (defeating the 2004 champion in the round robin play) I read every Catan strategy guide I could find in my attempt to win the World Championship. At that time there was not a lot of information available, with the exception of a few online articles. There is more information available these days, but I have yet to find anything comprehensive written ... Read more

$6.80 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

After winning the Canadian Championship in 2005 (defeating the 2004 champion in the round robin play) I read every Catan strategy guide I could find in my attempt to win the World Championship. At that time there was not a lot of information available, with the exception of a few online articles. There is more information available these days, but I have yet to find anything comprehensive written
... Read more
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How To Play Chess

Your Step By Step Guide To Playing Chess

by HowExpert ...

Narrated by Scott Miller ...

Unabridged

50 min

In this step-by-step guide, you will discover proven & tested chess strategy to win more at chess games.- How to win chess strategy with less moves.- Beat your friends and family every time you play chess.- Impress other chess players with your new and improved chess playing skills.- Enjoy the feeling of winning more chess games than before.- Gain more confidence whenever someone challenges to a ... Read more

$27.47 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In this step-by-step guide, you will discover proven & tested chess strategy to win more at chess games.- How to win chess strategy with less moves.- Beat your friends and family every time you play chess.- Impress other chess players with your new and improved chess playing skills.- Enjoy the feeling of winning more chess games than before.- Gain more confidence whenever someone challenges to a
... Read more
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Casino Math Made Easy

Understand Odds, Probability, House Edge, Expected Value, and the Winning Numbers Every Smart Gambler Should Know

by Julian R. Vale ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Matt G ...

Unabridged

4 hours

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Most gamblers lose money not because they are unlucky, but because they do not understand the numbers behind the games.Casino Math Made Easy is a clear, beginner-friendly guide to the odds, probability, house edge, expected value, and betting decisions every smart casino player should know before risking real money. Written in plain English, this book ... Read more

$13.73 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Most gamblers lose money not because they are unlucky, but because they do not understand the numbers behind the games.Casino Math Made Easy is a clear, beginner-friendly guide to the odds, probability, house edge, expected value, and betting decisions every smart casino player should know before risking real money. Written in plain English, this book
... Read more
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How to Play Chess and Outsmart Anyone at the Board

by Adid Khan ...

Narrated by AI Voice ...

Unabridged

1 hour 35 min

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Learn the fundamentals of chess and become a chess master with this comprehensive guide. From the basics of piece movement to advanced strategies and tactics, this book covers everything you need to know to improve your game. With clear explanations, diagrams, and examples, you'll be able to understand and apply the concepts to your own games. Whether you ... Read more

$6.29 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Learn the fundamentals of chess and become a chess master with this comprehensive guide. From the basics of piece movement to advanced strategies and tactics, this book covers everything you need to know to improve your game. With clear explanations, diagrams, and examples, you'll be able to understand and apply the concepts to your own games. Whether you
... Read more

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