Review of the new book by JNandez: The best book on PLO?

Fernando “JNandez” Habegger has released a new book on Pot-Limit Omaha. Find out why it’s being called the best guide for PLO players.

In the world of poker, Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) holds a special place, second in popularity only to No-Limit Hold’em. This dynamic and exciting discipline attracts many players, but often seems difficult to master. One of the leading PLO experts, Fernando “JNandez” Habegger, has once again set out to make the game more accessible to a wider audience by releasing his new book, “100 Essential Tips for Mastering Pot-Limit Omaha,” published by D+B Publishing. JNandez’s New Book: Structure and Features This is already Fernando Habegger’s second book dedicated to PLO. His first work, “Mastering Small Stakes Pot-Limit Omaha,” earned recognition among low and mid-stakes players. The new edition promises to be an even more practical and structured guide for anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of PLO strategy. The book, which is 376 pages long, covers each topic in a separate chapter. In particular, the author delves into aspects such as: Stack sizes — why it’s important to consider stack depth when choosing your strategy; Table position — how your seat relative to the dealer affects hand ranges and decision-making; Blockers — an explanation of the role of cards that reduce the likelihood of certain combinations for your opponents; Hand structure — analysis of how the cards in your starting hand work together; Heads-up and multiway pots — comparing strategies against one opponent and against several. Each concept is supported by clear explanations and specially designed quizzes that help reinforce the material in practice. The exercises are structured so that the player learns to consider not just individual hands, but their entire range in various game situations. This approach helps you understand the logic behind winning decisions in PLO, rather than just memorizing standard plays. Practical Value: From Theory to Real Play The book concludes with chapters where the reader is invited to play out hands from preflop to river, analyzing their thoughts and actions at each stage. This helps check how consistent the player’s strategy is as the pot grows and ranges narrow. As JNandez himself notes, it’s in these situations that true skill is revealed, since this is how real PLO games are played. The foreword to the book is written by renowned poker author and coach Jonathan Little, which highlights the high quality of the publication. The book is available in both print and digital formats. On Amazon, it sells for $29.99, while on the D+B Publishing website it can be purchased for $24.95. Fernando “JNandez” Habegger: Achievements and Experience Fernando Habegger is one of the most successful Pot-Limit Omaha players in the world. According to The Hendon Mob, his total live tournament winnings exceed $1,000,000, and almost all of it was earned in PLO tournaments. His biggest achievements include: Second place in WSOP Online Event #6: $5,000 NLH/PLO in 2023, where he won $330,344, finishing just behind “Texas” Mike Moncek; Second place in 2025 PGT PLO Series II Event #4: $10,000 PLO with a prize of $181,400, where Ben Lamb took first place. In addition to his tournament success, Fernando leads the training project PLOMastermind.com and previously held PokerStars SuperNova Elite status, specializing in cash games. Thanks to this experience, he is considered one of the best PLO coaches, and his books are among the most effective study materials for this poker variant. Book Content and Approach “100 Essential Tips for Mastering Pot-Limit Omaha” stands out for its well-thought-out structure. Each chapter is devoted to a specific element of the hand — from building ranges and calculating equity to analyzing stack-to-pot ratio (SPR). In the final chapters, the reader applies the knowledge gained in practice, analyzing hands from start to finish. The book pays great attention to developing independent thinking at the table. Instead of following rigid rules, the player learns to understand why certain decisions are made and how strategy changes depending on the situation. This approach is especially valuable for those who want to progress not only through theory, but also through practice and analysis of their own actions. Edition Details and Price The book was released on October 27 and immediately became available for purchase. It can be bought in two formats — print and digital. On Amazon, it costs $29.99, but on the official D+B Publishing website the price is lower — $24.95. The foreword was written by Jonathan Little, which further confirms the quality and authority of the book. Full Prize Table and Results for Fernando Habegger 2nd place — WSOP Online Event #6: $5,000 NLH/PLO (2023) — $330,344 (lost to “Texas” Mike Moncek) 2nd place — 2025 PGT PLO Series II Event #4: $10,000 PLO — $181,400 (lost heads-up to Ben Lamb) Total live tournament winnings according to The Hendon Mob — over $1,000,000 What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For members of PPPoker clubs, the release of Fernando “JNandez” Habegger’s new book is a great opportunity to improve their Pot-Limit Omaha game. Thanks to the structured and practice-oriented approach presented in the book, players can not only gain theoretical knowledge, but also learn how to apply it directly at the club tables. The book pays special attention to analyzing typical situations that often occur in online clubs: multiway pots, playing with short and deep stacks, using blockers, and building ranges. This allows readers to adapt the tips and strategies to the PPPoker format, where the dynamics and table lineups can differ significantly from offline tournaments. We recommend that club players pay attention to the exercises and quizzes in the book to quickly identify and correct their own mistakes. This approach will not only help increase your win rate in PLO, but also better understand your opponents’ logic, which is especially important at anonymous or semi-anonymous PPPoker tables.