Yernar Shambayev is an author of chess fiction, non-fiction, tactical guides, and score sheets. His works include The Cheater, Alice’s Adventures in Chessland, The Unknown Alekhine Notebook, and guides to Magnus Carlsen’s tactics.
Beyond chess, he introduces readers to the ancient Kazakh game of Togyz Kumalak, helping beginners discover its beauty. He also creates score sheets for chess and many sports, making his books useful companions for players worldwide.