Book excerpt: If you are one of the unlucky few whose tax returns have been selected for audit by the IRS, this book is for you. If you are a tax practitioner who does not handle a lot of IRS audits, this book is also for you. This book covers the IRS audit process from start to finish. It starts with the IRS audit notice, explains the types of IRS audits, and how to plan for and respond to each type of audit. It goes on to describe what happens after the IRS audit and how to appeal or litigate the results of the audit.The book incorporates tips and practical guidance that the author has learned in working for the IRS and handling IRS audits for nearly two decades. Whether you hire a tax professional with IRS audit experience or go it alone, this book can help you win your IRS audit.