American Chess Magazine Issue 34

American Chess Magazine #34: NEW CHESS ROCKY? We are pleased to announce that our magazine has been recognized by the Chess Journalists of America, winning the 2023 award for Best Chess Magazine Overall! Our cover spotlights 19-year-old IM Josiah Stearman, who captivated audiences with his remarkable performance at the 2023 American Continental in the Dominican Republic. Earning his second GM norm and clinching a spot in the World Cup, Josiah shares a heartfelt account of his journey, complemented by commentaries on pivotal games, allowing readers to delve into the most triumphant tournament of his budding chess career. Another U.S. junior, 17-year-old IM Kirk Ghazarian, was equally successful at the Continental championship, where he annotates one of his most thrilling encounters from that event. Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru Nakamura, American chess superstars, reclaimed their dominance in elite chess with victories at prestigious tournaments in Romania and Norway. Climbing back to the