Happy Holidays!

 

I hope you had a great 2008 year and wish you even better 2009, both at the chessboard and otherwise.  

 

It has been another busy year for me. My award winning best-seller Chess Exam and Training Guide (2004) continues to sell. Amazon can't seem to be staying up with the demand, but many of my dealers can help. I am excited about the Italian edition (Le due Torri) that joined French and Russian . Discussions with others are in the works. I need testers and proofreaders and can always use your help (sign up in the comments field).

Chess Exam Tactics (2007) is a great compliment to the initial comprehensive test

 Chess Teacher's Manual (3 volume set, Kasparov Chess Foundation) of which I am one of the three co-authors has nearly sold-out. It was offered for free to teachers and educators who contacted KCF. I believe, this project is a great contribution to the chess community and expect another printing in 2009.

 

Below you will find a few of my many partners who offer something special just for the members of my list. As always, I strongly encourage you to check all of the details and ask questions before making payment in order to avoid any misunderstandings and to receive the best possible service. Please let me know about your experience! Also, you can find a list of dealers who are distributing my book here. I think you will be pleased with their services.

 

Wholesale discounts and translation rights are available, please contact me directly (order at least 10 copies of Chess Exams for your club or friends and save $$).

 

Chess Exam package: Great Holiday Present - Chess Exam and Chess Exam Tactics, Autographed and Personalized (when requested), 2009 Chess Cartoon Calendar ($8) + Free Shipping via Insured Media Mail - $39.95 (click to buy). $44.95 for Priority Mail, $59.95 for orders to Mexico, Canada, $69.95 to Other Countries (via Air and Includes Insurance)

I am also always looking for new volunteer testers and proffers. Please contact me

My offer: Gift certificates, books, software and more - up to 50% off through January 5, 2009.

I love my beautiful yet professional chess set and my board. Frank Camaratta (The House of Staunton, Inc.) is a well known and highly respected designer and retailer in chess sets and boards.

The House of Staunton (http://www.houseofstaunton.com) also offers a great variety of other chess products. A special offer for my readers - please mention my name when ordering to receive a 15% discount on everything except for Antiques.

I got some very cool T-shirts for my family from Darryl at www.chessTshirts.com and suggest you take a look at their selection online.

My readers are entitled to a special discount of $2.00 per shirt if they order 2 or more shirts. For online purchases, use the "4 or more" shirt discount tab to change the price on the site. For phone orders please mention my name when ordering to receive the discount.

Chess Magnet School

Computer-based chess instruction - great place for students with 1000s of puzzles as well as for coaches - with excelling training tools. Check it out now! No software to install (Java based).

Try it for Free for 30 days, then less than $30/year for students. Free for coaches! If you are a member, let me know what you think. I am planning to  set up a coaching account there in 2009. If you are a member, I can add you to my class.

I have seen some recent DVDs by GMs Susan Polgar and Roman Dzindichashvilli. Looked very impressive, professionally done and very reasonably priced. Many others, including Kasparov, Karpov, Martin, Check www.chessondvd.com and ask them any questions you may have. 

My readers are entitled  to this special - any 7 DVDs - $99 (free S/H) Click here, then add title list to the shopping cart. Purchase by 12-31-07 and receive a Free bonus Master Chess 6000. 1-877-Chessdvds for more info. 

If you are shopping for anything chess, Your Move Chess & Games, America's Largest Chess Store is the right place for you. There you can find one of the largest selections anywhere in the world (1000s of chess items; chess sets, chess pieces, chess boards, chess computers, chess software and more! The largest selection on the Internet. Retail, Wholesale, & Club Sales.)

 

I have negotiated a special arrangement for my mailing list members: a whopping 20% off any order of $50 or more. Enter <IGOR> during check out. 800-645-4710  www.ChessUSA.com

If your child is involved in chess, please check USA Chess - the largest and premier chess camp organizer for children in the United States.

 

Their staff consists of the top children’s chess instructors in the US ! This summer they are offering more than 100(!) camps with morning, afternoon and all day sessions. Beginners through advanced players are welcome! Tuition includes camp T-shirt , chess board and pieces, trophy, certificate of achievement with camp photo, chess notation book and work folder. More information www.chesscamp.com or call 888.65.CHESS.  

 

Special for my readers - a drawing, to win free tuition to USA Chess summer camp. Just use our on-line registration and enter IKD as the bonus code. Registration must take place by April 30th, 2009. The drawing will take place on May 1st 2009. Winner will be notified on May 20th and will receive a full tuition refund.

ChessBase

My students and the readers of my book know that at the minimum, every serious chess player should own a copy of ChessBase (for the game management and opening preparation) and Fritz (for training). ChessBase has many other fine products as well. 

You can order for you directly at 15-25% off. Check here and contact me with the list of what you need.

If you enjoyed my Chess Exam books, you may find enjoyable the training courses I write for Chess Mentor that can be viewed on-line on one of the most popular chess sites on-line - Chess.com. Also this fantastic site offers with Live Chess, Correspondence Chess, Tactics Trainer, Openings and Game Explorer, Forums, Chess Mentor courses by other known author and much more.

Join Chess.com and let me know what you think!

Bob Long's - The Chess Assassin's Business Manual was an enjoyable read for me.

 

The book is available on Amazon and many other outlets, but now you have a rare chance to order an autographed copy from the 'assassin' himself at no extra cost and with free shipping and a bunch of other goodies.

 

Check it here, learn more about the book and order from Bob directly mentioning this ad.

I am happy to be associated with Chessville.com. They have a very friendly team of people that let you stay on top of the chess news 24 x7. A lot of fun and at no cost to you! Please check them out!

Free sample issues of Chess Today!

My favorite DAILY chess read is a newspaper Chess Today, published by GM Alex Baburin. Contact him with questions. Also, if you are not a subscriber, you can get a couple of the latest issues for free. Just contact me and put your request in the "Comments".

Books

CDs

There are plenty of great tools on the market. I am generally trying to keep up to date. Certain training software programs from Chess Assistant as well as multi-lingual books from Russian Chess House continue to be among my favorite training choices. My favorite choice for children and beginners adults Ivashenko's books. My favorite Endgame training software is Chess Endgame Training. Some ideas for kids/beginners are here. Check NY specials - 50% off on Total Chess Training. Please remember FREE shipping if you buy 2 or more products!

I am always looking forward to getting a new issue of New in Chess. With regular contributions from all the world's best players - Garry Kasparov, Vishy Anand, Veselin Topalov, Alexei Shirov, Vladimir Kramnik, Peter Leko, Judith Polgar, just to name a few, it is truly the best chess magazine available. 8 issues / 800 pages a year of the very best in chess. Details here

My Training Offers

In addition to my standard offers, please note that, as usually, I am planning to attend the US Amateur Teams East tournament in Parsippany in February, 2009. If you are interested in arranging a training session, or would like to have me playing for your team, please e-mail. Otherwise, please feel free to stop by and introduce yourself. I will also be at the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. Sometimes, a short 30 minutes Q&A phone sessions can help you get some critical questions answered. January 2009, special - $50 $39.95 / 30 minutes (new students only, I'll be calling you (US and Canada)). 

Have a Happy and Healthy 2009!

 

Best wishes!

Igor Khmelnitsky

12/20/2008

 

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