From the Introduction

In this book, I cover some of the various baits used for catching the three more common kinds of Catfish: the Channel Cat, the Blue Cat, and the Flathead Cat. I talk about all kinds of baits, including Creepy Crawler Things, Live and Cut Bait, Pleasant Smelling Catfish Baits That Really Work, Home Brew Recipes and Concoctions, Commercial Dough, Punch, and Dip Baits, Chumming Techniques and Recipes to Bring 'Em In, and even artificials that are known to have caught Catfish. Then I wrap it up with Rigging Up For Striking Results and video suggestions full of catfishing action.

I focus on the things that most affect a Catfish's exceptionally keen sense of smell. While there are some classic Catfish baits with universal appeal, such as shads, worms, and chicken livers, the best Catfish bait to use on a fishing trip will depend on the type and size of Catfish you're targeting and the body of water you're fishing in. In most cases, you will have your best luck by figuring out what the Catfish are feeding on in the water where you are fishing and do your best to match that for your bait. Here, you will find out the best baits to use for the different types of Catfish.

I wrap everything up by discussing chumming techniques and the most popular and effective catfish rigs to use, followed by a list of videos you might find both interesting and educational on these general topics of baits and rigging.

This is a collection of Catfish baits that are known to work. However, it's only to give you an idea of the range of Catfish baits, both store–bought brands available and concoctions that you can make yourself. It is impossible to include all possible Catfish baits. The repertoire seems almost infinite!