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The upcoming World Chess Championship match between Ian Nepomniachtchi and Ding Liren, might be the least anticipated title clash in recent chess history. This lack of anticipation can be attributed to several factors that have contributed to a somewhat dampened enthusiasm for…

Martin B. Justesen

Mar 23

Hi there! I have finally completed "The Tactics Ladder for the 1000 FIDE Level" eBook, just as promised! With books now for 1000, 1400, and 2000, it is starting to become the ladder that I envisioned. Paid subscribers can download the pdf for free at the bottom of the newsletter…

Martin B. Justesen

Mar 19

Hi everyone! I just received my own copy of the new Tactics Ladder book! Always exciting to see the final result, and I think it turned out really well. If you want to order a copy you can find it in your local Amazon store for $11: US UK DE FR ES

Martin B. Justesen

Mar 24

Chess has been played for centuries and has always been regarded as a game that requires strategic thinking, concentration, and patience. However, the ongoing chess boom is changing the game. We are seeing a move towards shorter time controls and chess content in the chase of…

Martin B. Justesen

Mar 16

The Say Chess Training Group: Week 10 Review + New Book Hi all, Some might remember that I created a training group, where we tracked our training time and help each other stay accountable. It is stil…

Mar 13

#7 Interview with Ono about blunders, how to avoid them, and coaching chess beginners (Podcast)Listen now (70 min) | From Beginner to 2000 on Chess.com

Mar 9

Blindfold Endgame Visualization Download Hi 👋🏻 I just want to let you know that I just added the pdf of Blindfold Endgame Visualization to the list of books you get for free as a paid…

Mar 8

The Say Chess Training Group: Week 9 Hi all, Some might remember that I created a training group, where we tracked our training time and help each other stay accountable. It is stil…

Mar 6

From Beginner to 2000 on Chess.com

Mar 4

Hi everyone, I have decided to start writing another chess book and publish it in parts here on Substack. Hopefully, I can get some constructive…

Mar 2

The Say Chess Training Group: Week 8 Hi all, Some might remember that I created a training group, where we tracked our training time and help each other stay accountable. It is stil…

Feb 27

The Say Chess Training Group: Week 7 Hi all, Some might remember that I created a training group, where we tracked our training time and help each other stay accountable. It is stil…

Feb 20

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