Jeremy Silman, an international chess master whose books were popular with players looking to improve their game, died on Thursday at his home in West Hollywood, Calif. He was 69.

6. Chess Bitch by Jennifer Shahade If you’re looking for more player profiles, there are plenty more in two-time American Women’s Chess Champion Jennifer Shahade’s book.

By Kelsie Hoffman Updated on: April 2, 2024 / 11:58 AM EDT / CBS News Maurice Ashley, who became the first Black chess grandmaster in 1999, is using the game of chess to teach life lessons.