How to Play Better Checkers

This book is for anyone interested in checkers (or draughts), from beginner to intermediate players. It is written by a chess master and national senior chess champion.

You do not need to know how to play chess to read this. Many of the ideas are similar to those in chess, however they will be fully explained when they are introduced. Checkers is a simpler game than chess, however there is still much subtlety and a wide difference between skill levels. With a good approach a player can improve at checkers very quickly.

It covers the rules. Many social players do not know how to play according to the rules.  This is a shame because rules such as forced capture determine the tactics in the game.

It also covers basic strategy and tactics. Strategy includes strategy in the opening, middle game and endgame. A wide variety of tactical ideas are demonstrated, which you can use to outwit your opponents.

There are tips on how to look ahead moves and calculate variations. A method is presented that can be used to help select your moves.

There is also analysis of complex positions and a complete game. Studying complex positions can help bring your play up to expert level.