BritishChessMagazine

British Chess Magazine is the world’s oldest chess journal, having been published continuously since 1881. Appears twelve times per year.

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The May issue of British Chess Magazine is out - and it is a full 2026 Candidates Special. A deep dive into one of the most dramatic turning points in modern chess.

Inside:
- Grandmaster analysis
- Critical turning points
- Annotated games
- The stories behind the scores
& more!

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The May issue of British Chess Magazine is out - and it is a full 2026 Candidates Special. A deep dive into one of the most dramatic turning points in modern chess.

Inside:
- Grandmaster analysis
- Critical turning points
- Annotated games
- The stories behind the scores
& more!

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The April issue of British Chess Magazine is out now.
Inside: can football make chess mainstream, Ding Liren's vief of chess after the title, and Bodhana Sivanandan’s remarkable rise.

Subscribe: https://t.co/fYKM69DsFZ

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@PeterDee67 Thanks for asking. You can order here:
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Here's the cover of our newest issue! Inside: Tata Steel, the drama surrounding the Hastings tournament, reactions to Judit Polgár's Netflix story, Paul Keres profile, "bad" openings wisdom & more classics! Order here: https://t.co/fYKM69DsFZ

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BCM Editor @MilanDinic1 writes why 2026 could be a game-change for chess. Plus Vidit Gujrathi's break, London Classic thrills, tributes, puzzles & more in our January issue. Essential read!
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The January 2026 issue of BCM is out now. Main story: "The Era After Carlsen: The New Generation of Chess Champions" with GM Aleksandar Colovic's deep analysis of the style and approach to chess in the new generation. Order here: https://t.co/fYKM69DsFZ

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Our December issue is out!
Teenage sensation Javokhir Sindarov's Goa World Cup triumph, Team FIDE's Linares dominance, England's Batumi analysis by GM Colovic, reports from UK events, chess history with Napoleon and Editor's note on why print chess endures. Cozy up with BCM!

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BCM INTERVIEW: Meet 10-yo British prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan! She talks about focus, her family, and ambition.

Also, @GMAlexColovic takes a look back at the USA vs. INDIA match: Was the exhibition match entertainment, degradation, or the future of chess?

https://t.co/fYKM69DsFZ

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The November issue of is out! 💥 We dive deep into the most transformative month in modern chess history. What is the Total Chess World Championship Tour? The inside story on @FIDE_chess & @NorwayChess radical plan to crown the 'complete' champion.

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There are not many people in the world who manage to achieve so much before turning 30. Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky will forever be among them.

A tribute to GM Daniel Naroditsky by BCM Editor @MilanDinic1

https://t.co/FxUzFBTYMc

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Our October issue is out!
🤯 FIDE Grand Swiss SHOCKS! Get the inside story on Anish Giri's 'fairy-tale' win & Matthias Blübaum's German breakthrough. Plus: GM Keith Arkell's speaks about his career and challenges. All the drama in the new October issue!
https://t.co/fYKM69DsFZ

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Nice - a new World Championship concept in chess! The Total Chess World Championship Tour that demands a champion prove themselves across three disciplines, including a new format - fast classic. A huge, innovative step that perfectly complements the classical title.

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📓Now Available:
British Chess Magazine – September 2025, Volume 145.

Immerse yourself in the latest insights, commentary, and stories from @BCMChess.

➡️ https://t.co/HZgyu9xLAz

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In the September issue of BCM, we feature coverage of the 111th British Championship, where Michael Adams won his 9th title. We also explore the history of the Wing Gambit, and report on the Smart Moves Summit, where experts discussed how chess can genuinely improve your life!

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🚨 Out Today! 🚨 The September issue of British Chess Magazine! Our cover story is an exclusive interview with @DanielRensch, co-founder of @chesscom, on his extraordinary new memoir "Dark Squares: How Chess Saved My Life".
Get your copy and subscribe now: https://t.co/fYKM69E0vx

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"I felt that if I didn't tell my story, how could I expect anyone else to ever do the same?" - @DanielRensch
Read the exclusive interview in which the @chesscom co-founder talks about his life story and chess, including about the Carlsen-Niemann saga. https://t.co/fYKM69E0vx

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Our cover story is about the revival of chess across Britain. The game is thriving again, and we’re here to tell its story. The August edition of BCM is both a celebration and a toolkit to improve your chess. Order here:
https://t.co/fYKM69DsFZ

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A quiet chess revolution is happening in the UK. From packed city clubs to grassroots tournaments, the game is steadily regaining ground.

The August issue of British Chess Magazine celebrates this resurgence. Here’s what’s inside 👇

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Out now: The 07 issue of British Chess Magazine!
Inside:
– World Rapid & Blitz Teams in London 🇬🇧
– Norway Chess 2025: Carlsen under pressure
– @GMAlexColovic on emotion as an unseen opponent
– @GM_RayKeene on Alekhine: The Russian Sphinx
– 3rd Cambridge Open, 4NCL finale & more