Batsford Chess

Batsford is one of the most storied names in chess publishing. Founded in 1843 as a general publisher, Batsford became synonymous with high-quality chess literature during the latter half of the 20th century. The imprint has published works by some of the greatest players in history, including Bobby Fischer, Garry Kasparov, and Anatoly Karpov. Their catalog spans opening theory, endgame technique, tactical puzzles, biographical works, and instructional guides for every level of player. Now operating as an independent publisher after separating from HarperCollins in 2021, Batsford continues to release new chess titles alongside their extensive backlist. Notable series include the "60 Memorable Games" line by Andrew Soltis, instructional works by Thomas Engqvist, and editions of classic texts by Alexander Kotov and Paul Keres. Batsford remains a go-to source for serious chess readers looking for well-edited, authoritative content from top authors and grandmasters.