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Who goes first in Authors?

Bicycle Cards rules, standard 52-card pack (English)

Beginning with the player to the left of the dealer, each player asks for a card by rank and suit.

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Authors — How to PlayBicycle Cards (The United States Playing Card Company) · "The Play" · Checked 2026-10-01

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  <p><strong>Who goes first in Authors?</strong> Beginning with the player to the left of the dealer, each player asks for a card by rank and suit.</p>
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