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  • Illustration: a cream tile reading JOKER with a green floral emblem stands in a hot pink rack beside green-backed tiles and a magnolia.

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    Jokers

    Jokers can feel like a puzzle at first. Let's get comfortable with them, one friendly step at a time.

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    Choose a Hand

    Looking at your tiles and wondering where to begin? Let's make that first choice feel easier.

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    Charleston

    Heard the word and wondered what it means? We'll walk through it together, no pressure.

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Your next move? Confidence.

The Beginner Confidence Collection

11 short courses + 19 practical resources. For beginner American Mahjong players.

One digital collection. A clearer way to learn.

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It's a digital collection; the booklets, cards and tiles pictured are props.

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