Best GMAT Books - Latest Update

Really nice post to make a strong discussion
thanks a lot bb...........
doing well carry on

Check out my guide, but I think the Aristotle SC Grail and the PowerScore CR Bibles are must. Also try out the Verbal Magoosh (TONS of practice questions, ALL of which have video explanations). In my opinion, seeing someone SOLVE THE QUESTION IN FRONT OF ME is way better learning tool than just reading concepts and solving questions.

Also, from this day on keep a error log. This is extremely useful in getting better in SC.

Anybody have any experience with Official Guide 9? Is it even worth it?
I am not trying to go crazy here but I really want a top score and I have a copy of it.

From what I recall, OG 10 was a particular favorite. But OG 9 seems quite old. And while it wouldn't hurt to go over these questions, more recent editions are superior. If you want a strong performance and need more practice questions outside of the OG material, look into GMATClub tests (and forums), Jeff Sackmann, and Ariel Goldberg. Just make sure that you are comfortable with the OG questions before moving on to other, more difficult resources.

Good luck!

Hi,
I am just starting up, I have finished KAplan premier Verbal section once but I am not really happy with the quant part.I have also bought, Official guide but havent practiced much as I don't want to waste question of OG. Now what should be my next step??
since,I am doing self study so I think My next book should be Manhattan series (8 strategy books) What do you think?.Also,can you help me and suggest me a good Quantitative book that touches all the topics properly with satisfactory explanation.
Thanks,
Shikha

Hi Dear,
Official Guide for GMAT Review 10th ed book is really helpful for GMAT students many sample questions are given in it and all most syllabus are cover by this book
the best thing is it is very helpful to crack this exam in minimum time. and I also want to opinion about GMAT 2013 with 6 Practice Tests Book...

Going through Aristotle SC. Very nice book. very clear explanation and classification of SC problems.

If you can afford it, buy a few of the major books - Prnctn, Kplan, etc. I found that when I looked at three of them, the areas on which they intersected were the important ones.

Hi all,

For 2014, the only book we recommend in conjunction with our course is the Official Guide, 13th edition.

You should only use this book once you have completed most of our program, as it is only a practice book and does NOT teach a student how to attack each question type. Our course already includes 5,000+ questions, so the Official Guide, which only has about 850 questions, contains fewer questions.The Official Guide does not always provide the most thorough explanations, so do rely on our lessons and techniques even if you use the OG. The point is: The Official Guide is an excellent extra resource. Use it in conjunction with our program, not as your main study resource.

Thank you,

Elizabeth

Hello BB,

i have started study since 3 weeks by the official guide 13th edition and then i found the "GMAT CLUB MATH book " where i found it very useful when i try solving question from the official book and really the note increase my ability so am just asking if i am on the good path and i can see all the posts are old so please if you do a favor and post new post with recommended resources and questions and what material must i buy ?

appreciated your advise

Mohammad

You have sent me this over a PM. Please do not double-post.
You should start here: gmat-study-plan-for-gmat-novices-start-your-gmat-journey-80727.html

Best Regards,
BB

But i guess the gmat club books(quant ) and magoosh free ebooks for grammar are also a good asset for those looking to score good in exam !!

Specially the gmat club quant book authored by bunuell is ultimate for last time revision

Also sincere thanks To Mike from Magoosh for making a lot of useful content available to students !!

Hey guys,

Just stumbled upon this site... really amazing won't lie.
I'm actually taking the GMAT in approximately 2 months. I'm doing my studying using the nine MGMAT guides + Official GMAT review 13th edition.
I'd appreciate if anyone could let me know if this seems like a reasonable study plan or not.

- Sina

Hello,

I'm getting ready to begin preparing for the GMAT exam. After searching and reading I've narrowed my options down to a few books. I'm wondering if all are worth getting or if I should only get a couple of them. I have three months to prepare so I want to be realistic about how much I can actually read. Two toddles can make that a bit difficult.

The ones I am considering are:

1) Official GMAT Guide (Was thinking of getting the three books - are the quantitative and verbal worth it?)
2) Manhattan GMAT Guides set of 10
3) Kaplan Premier (is this worth it?)

Thank you! Any help is much appreciated!

Also, if you found this post helpful for you please give kudos! Would love as much practice help as I can get! Thanks!

Hello Everyone,

I am preparing for my GMAT and having the below materials with me for prep..

Fifth Ed. - Complete Strategy Guide Set

Fractions, Decimals, & Percents GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Algebra GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Word Problems GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Geometry GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Number Properties GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Critical Reasoning GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Reading Comprehension GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Sentence Correction GMAT Strategy Guide, 5th Edition
Integrated Reasoning & Essay Strategy Guide, 5th Edition

and Foundations of GMAT Math and Foundations of GMAT Verbal.

Can anyone tell me should i start with the MGMAT guide or foundations materials .. Please tell me..

Thanks