The Black Widow's Guide to Killer Pool: Become the Player to Beat
Jeanette Lee, a.k.a. the Black Widow, is one of the hottest players on  the women's professional pool tour. While some critics maintain she's a star  only because she's beautiful, with her long, black hair and tight-fitting,  fashionable clothes, Lee has the skills to live up to her fierce persona. InThe Black Widow's Guide to Killer Pool, Lee shares how she became the  player to beat and helps readers improve their game. Part one explains the  fundamentals of pool--from how to grip the cue and develop a smooth, level  stroke to how to select a cue and a table. She also offers up practice drills  for accuracy and control, games (straight pool, eight ball, and nine ball--"by  far the sexiest game"), and even a few trick shots to practice. Mastering these  skills should let you beat the boss, your uncle Fred, and even the guy down at  the corner bar. The next part focuses on the mental aspects of competition--key  for a game that is, in Lee's estimation, "90 percent mental, 10 percent on the  table." In it she discusses how to get into the zone and how to develop a  winning attitude. She also addresses practical matters, such as how to find  tournaments, and describes her match day preparations.Without a lot of practice, you'll not likely be following Lee onto a  professional tour. But with Lee's help you will be able to gain confidence and  play to win. Remember, "Every shot, whether you make it or miss it, is a step  toward something better." This book is an excellent first step.--M.  Stein