Ian Andersen is the pen name of a professional blackjack player and author of Turning the Tables on Las Vegas and Burning the Tables in Las Vegas, two of the most practical books ever written on card counting and advantage play. Andersen’s books stand out because they not only teach the math but also focus on the “soft skills” of gambling — blending in, avoiding detection, and maintaining emotional discipline under pressure. He teaches players how to be invisible to casinos while maintaining a long-term edge.