If you have been searching for a way to increase your monthly income, free yourself from financial stress and worry, gainfully employ yourself and say "no" to that next job interview, then you owe it to yourself to read this book. In her easy to understand and plainly written book, professional trader and educator Barbra Cohen lays the case for becoming a futures trader, even if you only have a few hours a day to devote to it. Barbara explains some of the lesser known and often misunderstood realities about the futures markets that allow reader to make their own decisions about what to do with their money. Even if you are not sure you want to start trading today, the information will provide you with an whole new view of the stock market, your broker and even what you read regarding the broader economy. Even if you do not currently trade, this book will give you knowledge that you need if only to understand what your 401K statement reflects and how well or how poorly your money is working for you.