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Learn American Mah Jongg with a friendly, entertaining, step-by-step approach, that will build your confidence.

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The American Mah Jongg Playbook

The book that makes American Mah Jongg approachable. Covers rules, the card, strategy, and the insider tips nobody tells you. Pull up a chair and claim your seat at the table.

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What Readers Are Saying

  • Feels Like Talking to a Friend

    "Easy to follow, pretty graphics, and feels like I'm talking to my friend. Highly recommend!" — Verified Amazon Reviewer

  • I Can't Wait to Pull Up a Chair

    "I've always been a bit intimidated to try learning Mahjong. But everyone can learn! It's an easy read with great illustrations. I can't wait to pull up a chair!" — Verified Amazon Reviewer

  • This is the Book I Needed!

    "THIS! This is the book I needed to get myself to the table!! Great design too! Buying for my newbie Maj buddies." — Verified Amazon Reviewer

About Jillian Lacy

Jillian Lacy is the author of The American Mah Jongg Playbook: A Beginner’s Guide to Rules, the Card, and Strategy (And What Nobody Tells You) and a long-time player and teacher of American Mah Jongg.

This step-by-step, full-color instructional guide was created to share her love of the game and help players feel less intimidated and more confident from the very first tile. Drawing on years of playing, teaching countless beginners, and her own memories of learning the game, Jillian offers a warm, practical approach to quickly learning Mah Jongg.

Throughout the Playbook, Jillian shares the insights, shortcuts, and thoughts that most teachers don’t always say out loud. Her goal is to make this book feel like a friend at the table, helping you feel comfortable, capable, and reminding you that you always have a seat.