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Kill Phil

Kill Phil is a book that teaches poker beginners how to play pre- and post-flop hands. It was written by Blair Rodman and Lee Nelson.

'Phil' is the name used for any opponent you are playing who is better than you are. By following the strategies in the book, new players can reduce the advantages that 'Phils' may have over you. There are four levels in the Kill Phil strategy: Rookie, Basic, KP Basic +, and KP Expert.

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