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When you're a self-motivated studier, or just do not have time (or cash!) to attend a GRE test prep course, then studying with a GRE book like one of these listed below is a great option! Plus, when studying from a book, you'll have the benefit of studying on your own time, whether that's cramming in a study session prior to work or slipping in a late-night session after everyone else is asleep.

Each one of the best GRE books offers practice tests, strategies, tips and content questions to help guide you toward the top Revised GRE score you can possibly earn, but since every book has a particular strength (ranging from readability to thoroughness), it wouldn't hurt to purchase a couple of these to get the most bang for your buck. They're all very competitively priced.

Here are a few of the best GRE books 2013 out there for prepping for the Revised GRE.


1. ETS Official Guide to the GRE Revised General Test, 2nd edition

This is the holy grail of prep. If you can only buy one book, this is it. The tone of the voice may not be as friendly as almost any other book on the market. But if you can bear the dry content, you are getting by far the best practice since ETS writes the questions for the test.
Throw in two GRE computer-based tests, which are in a CD that accompanies the book, and the best GRE book on the market gets even better.

Considering that the GRE exam can impact your life's decisions (If you don't get into any schools because your scores are so poor, then what?), it makes sense to choose a test prep book from people who actually put the test together. Hence, this book is a good buy. There are two complete practice tests – one in the book and one on the enclosed CD – with strategies designed to help you conquer each type of question. Although the books is a tad dull, it does offer some good testing tip for the GRE.




2. The Manhattan GRE(MGRE) Set of 8 Strategy Guides, 2nd Edition

Ths series contains eight (mostly excellent) books written by those with years of tutoring experience. This fact really shines through in the authorial voice this series uses. You feel as though there is a highly intelligent, but fun, laid back tutor walking you through the material.
The six free online tests you get by simply buying any one of the eight books makes MGRE a no-brainer if you want expert guidance and great practice.



3. Barron's New GRE: 19th Edition

Barron is a name that is well-known in the testing industry and their GRE preparation book stands up to the name. This 536 page book comes with one diagnostic test and two full-length models of the actual test structure reflected in the GRE exam. This book is tailored to meet that changes that came with the newly revised GRE in 2011. Additionally, not only are all answers provided for the sample tests but Barron provides explanations for the answers as well to help you fully prepare for what you will encounter on the GRE. 

Barron's is one of the most recognizable names in test prep, but I wouldn't buy this book for its popularity. Choose this book if you need specialized tactics for every sort of question out there. There are 15 strategies alone for reading comprehension questions, so no matter which type of question trips you up, you have a strategy to master it. The book also offers screen shots of the computer interface you'll encounter on test day (Yay for no surprises!), two additional practice tests on the CD-ROM, and comprehensive subject reviews. It's a keeper!

Barron's new GRE manual offers intensive practice and review for all question types plus a diagnostic test and two full-length model GREs with answer keys and explanations for all questions answered. The authors also present a test overview and valuable chapters on test-taking tactics.





4. Kaplan 2012 GRE Premier


The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is taken by college graduates looking to gain entrance to graduate school the arts, business, the sciences & humanities and many other disciplines. Admissions officers from top programs report that it is one of the most important factors for admissions. With an increasing number of graduate and business school applicants and an increasing number of GRE test-takers—and a recent test overhaul by the test-maker—a high GRE score is critical to set yourself apart from the competition.
Kaplan 2013 GRE® Premier: with 5 Online Practice Tests + DVD is a comprehensive prep system that includes a book, a digital iPad download, DVD and online access to 900+ questions with in-depth strategies, test information, and practice questions to help students score higher on the new GRE Revised General Test. Kaplan 2013 GRE Premier with 5 Computer Adaptive Practice Tests + DVD contains 1,300+ total practice questions with detailed explanations, covering the revised and expanded Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical Writing Assessment Test sections, and strategies for all of the question types.

Kaplan 2013 GRE® Premier: with 5 Online Practice Tests + DVD features:
  • 1300+ questions with detailed explanations
  • 6 full-length practice tests (5 realistic computer adaptive tests and 1 in the book)
  • Download a digital copy of this book to your iPad®
  • DVD on stress management and study planning
  • Academic support from Kaplan faculty via our Facebook® page: www.Facebook.com/KaplanGradPrep
  • Strategies and practice sets for all GRE question types
  • Diagnostic tool in end-of-chapter practice sets for even more targeted practice
  • Advice for the graduate school application process



5. Cracking the GRE, 2013 Edition


Cracking the GRE, 2013 Edition has everything you need to know to master the Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Essay sections of the GRE. With all questions, answers, and explanations linked together for easy on-device viewing, this ebook edition includes:

   • Access to 4 full-length practice tests
   • Practice questions with detailed explanations for every question
   • Key strategies for solving Text Completions, Sentence Equivalence, Numeric Entry, Quantitative Comparisons, and more
   • Thorough review of all GRE topics, including everything on the revised GRE that debuted in fall 2011
   • Online video tutorials offering in-depth exploration of key strategies and concepts



Will keep updating new books for this year 2013. Please check regularly

So what books you are going to  prepare for the GRE 2013? Let us know below.

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June 01, 2013
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  1. testJune 2, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    you are wc.. Why don't you download Barron's GRE Audio list :http://greexam.blogspot.com/2013/05/krupa-shanker-barrons-word-list-mp3.html

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  2. testJune 8, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    hey
    i have 3months time b4 i take the gre
    could u please let me know how do i prepare ?
    What should i use for math (esp. formuleas)
    and verbal.

    Thnks.

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  3. testJuly 9, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    Hi, Is there way we can download Manhattan GRE MGRE strategy Guides? the link doesnt seem to be working

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  4. testJuly 10, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    All links are working fine... can you name the URL which is not working

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