Richard Palliser is an International Master who has established a reputation as a skilled and prolific chess writer.

'For coverage of all the non-e4/d4 openings this is the best single-volume work available.' Sean Marsh reviewing Palliser's Beating Unusual Chess Openings for Cleveland Chess. 'Palliser is fast becoming one of my favorite chess openings authors. He has an upbeat attitude, a sense of humor, and a fine ability to explain plans and break down positions for the improving club player to understand and then make use of.' Rick Kennedy reviewing Palliser's Beating Unusual Chess Openings for Chessville.com.