Recommended GRE Books

A good GRE preparation book is crucial to studying effectively for the Graduate Record Exam. Here we rate the best GRE preparation books available.

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	GRE Exam This book is excellent for question specific strategies for the GRE. All strategies have been specially designed and proven, and as a big plus, Kaplan guarantees a higher score or your money back.
	How to Prepare for the GRE Barron's provides a GRE high-frequency word list, a 3500-word master vocabulary-building list, and six full-length practice tests. This GRE prep book is definitely worth a look.
	Cracking the GRE GRE newbies will appreciate the subject breakdowns and test-taking tips you should know; however, this isn't for you if you're looking for a lot of practice material.
	Crash Course for the GRE For students in a hurry, Princeton Review's Crash Course good for those looking for some quick tips before test day.

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GRE Big Book ETS GRE Big Book is the best source for GRE practice. It contains 27 practice tests with questions from past real GRE tests. It's no longer in print, so if you find a copy, snatch it up.

Practicing to Take the GRE With seven practice tests made up of questions from old GRE tests, this is an excellent choice for those who want practice.

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	Verbal Workbook Kaplan does an excellent job of tackling the GRE verbal section. The Verbal Workbook provides plenty of practice for those looking to improve their verbal scores and several strategies to improve your vocabulary effectively.
	Verbal Workout Verbal Workout is a good start for beginners. It introduces students to the verbal section format and supplies a list of important vocabulary words.
	Word Smart for the GRE Get this book only if you're looking for more vocabulary work, and you have already gone through Verbal Workbook and Verbal Workout.

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Ultimate Math Refresher Concise and comprehensive, this book is perfect for those who need a review of arithmetic, algebra, or geometry.

GRE Math Workbook The Workbook covers all of the topics you need to know for the GRE and provides strategies to increase your chances of a high score on the GRE Quantitative section.

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GRE Writing Workbook For those who need help with writing, Kaplan's Workbook is the best. You'll learn important grammar rules and excellent strategies for tackling each essay.