Forward Chess - Book Reader

Forward Chess is an interactive chess book reader that combines reading, practice, and analysis in one app. Read chess books, play through the author's lines, and test your own variations against Stockfish—one of the strongest chess engines available—all without leaving the app.

The app's ergonomic design puts essential controls at your fingertips. Quickly step through moves with conveniently placed Previous and Next buttons, or tap any move to snap instantly to that position. Resizable diagrams adapt to your screen, reducing eye strain during long study sessions. Navigating large books is straightforward: jump to specific chapters, scroll smoothly within a single chapter, or explore complex variation trees without friction.

Study deeper with built-in analysis. Invoke Stockfish at any moment to evaluate the book's recommended moves or assess your own variations. This lets you understand not just what the author played, but why—and how your alternatives compare. You get immediate feedback on every position you explore.

Organize your study with note-taking and bookmarks. Create, edit, and delete notes as you work through positions, and mark multiple places within a book for quick reference later. These tools support active learning and help you track insights as they emerge.

Forward Chess offers access to books from respected publishers including Quality Chess, Chess Stars, Russell Enterprises, Chess Informant, New In Chess, and Mongoose Press. Browse recent titles in the built-in bookstore, or download free sample books to try the app risk-free.

Whether you're preparing for competition, studying a specific opening, or deepening your endgame knowledge, this app transforms how chess literature fits into your training routine. Forward Chess - Book Reader puts a personal chess coach, a reference library, and an analysis board directly in your hands.