Options Made Easy: Your Guide to Profitable Trading

Options Made Easy by Guy Cohen is one of the most accessible and practical guides to options trading, designed to turn complex concepts into straightforward, actionable strategies. Known for his clarity and real-world approach, Cohen equips traders with the tools they need to trade options confidently and profitably.

The book introduces readers to the essentials of options—calls, puts, pricing, and expiration—before progressing into strategies such as covered calls, protective puts, spreads, straddles, and more. Each strategy is explained with simple language, step-by-step instructions, and clear diagrams that make options trading approachable, even for beginners.

Cohen emphasizes practicality over theory. Rather than overwhelming readers with unnecessary jargon, he provides strategies that can be immediately applied in live markets. The book also covers risk management, trade selection, and how to align option strategies with market conditions.

With a focus on building trader confidence, Options Made Easy is a trusted reference for both new and intermediate traders. Whether you are seeking additional income, portfolio protection, or speculative opportunities, this guide gives you the blueprint to trade smarter and more effectively.

✅ What You’ll Learn:

• The fundamentals of options: calls, puts, pricing, and expiration
• Practical strategies like covered calls, protective puts, and spreads
• How to use options for income, hedging, and speculation
• Risk management techniques tailored to option traders
• Step-by-step trade setups with charts and diagrams

💡 Key Benefits:

• Simplifies complex options concepts into clear, actionable steps
• Provides practical strategies that can be applied immediately
• Ideal for beginners yet valuable for intermediate traders
• Balances strategy with risk management and market context
• Written by a recognized authority on options trading

👤 Who This Book Is For:

• Beginners learning options trading from scratch
• Intermediate traders wanting to expand their strategy set
• Investors seeking portfolio hedging or income strategies
• Anyone who wants a clear, step-by-step approach to options

📚 Table of Contents:

• Part I – Understanding Options Basics
• Part II – Core Options Strategies
• Part III – Income and Hedging Applications
• Part IV – Advanced Strategies Made Simple
• Part V – Risk Management and Trade Selection
• Appendices & Index