Thinking Sideways

A masterclass in how to use strategic thinking for critical decision-making and to unlock creative potential. Deeply researched and wonderfully written, full of fascinating insights. – Ken Rogoff, former IMF chief economist, chess Grandmaster, and author of OUR DOLLAR, YOUR PROBLEMThinking Sideways is a must-read book that will teach you how to think and help you succeed at life. – Greg Karber, author of The Murdle seriesJennifer Shahade is a brilliant, insightful thinker who never fails to entertain and engage. I’m always amazed by the novel approach she’s able to bring to any intellectual challenge and discussion. – Maria Konnikova, author of THE BIGGEST BLUFF and THE CONFIDENCE GAMERelatable and highly engaging. Jennifer is a great storyteller with an effortless ability to weave in science, facts and insights. You don’t need to know anything about chess to love this book – Alex O’Brien, author of THE TRUTH DETECTIVE and vice-chair of the Association of British Science WritersThese are lessons not just for chess players, but for all of us. Jen shows how sideways thinking opens up the world. – Carissa Yip, US Women’s Chess Champion and International MasterThinking Sideways is brilliant and persuasive: a book I’ve always wanted to write but Jennifer has done it perfectly. A tour de force/masterpiece. – Bruce Pandolfini, US Chess Hall of Famer, author, and consultant for the Queen’s Gambit

Jennifer Shahade is a three-time National Chess Champion, poker pro, speaker and author. Jennifer was the first female to win the US Junior Open, and won two US Women’s Championship titles. She is a two-time Global Poker Award Winner and has won poker tournaments all over the world. Her previous books include Chess Queens, Play Like a Champion and Play Like a Girl! Her writing has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and Financial Times. She lives in Philadelphia with her family.