# Board & Book — Classical Chess, Curated.

> Chess club for readers, blending game history with tactical training and play. (iPhone/iPad app by ROBERT CHARLES KREHBIEL.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/board-and-book/id6760626518 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ROBERT CHARLES KREHBIEL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885391895)
- Category: Games, Education, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 63 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-05
- Data updated: 2026-09-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/board-and-book/id6760626518/reviews.md

## What is Board & Book?

Board & Book is a chess club for readers.

Open a chapter of chess history and the board moves with the words. Morphy, the birth of modern play, and the stories that shaped the game, told with the patience of a good book. That is the heart of the club.

Train when you want a sharper eye. Tactics that respect your time, not a feed that never ends.

Play across the table, against the computer, or online with friends. Online play and friends are free.

Unlock Everything is a single $4.99 purchase for the full library and premium craft. Online play and community remain free forever.

A place to read the history of chess, train with care, and play with friends.

Support: support@boardandbook.app

## Key features

- Chess history narratives
- Tactical training
- Play against computer
- Online play with friends
- Full library unlock

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Board & Book Premium | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/board-and-book/id6760626518/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great for beginners!

*2026-09-09*

Love how easy this made it to learn how to play chess! So more to the game than I meets the eye.

## Frequently asked questions about Board & Book

### What is Board & Book?

Board & Book is a unique chess application that blends the history of chess with tactical training and the ability to play against others. It offers curated stories about chess legends and the evolution of the game.

### How much does Board & Book cost?

The app is free to download and offers free online play and community features. An 'Unlock Everything' option is available for a one-time purchase of $4.99, granting access to the full library and premium features.

### Can I play Board & Book offline?

Yes, you can play against the computer offline. Online play with friends requires an internet connection.

### Does Board & Book have ads?

No, Board & Book does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play, with optional in-app purchases for full content access.

### What devices does Board & Book support?

Currently, Board & Book is supported on iPhone devices. The app was last updated on September 8, 2026, with version 1.0.1.

### What is the age rating for Board & Book?

Board & Book has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and older players interested in chess and its history.

### How often is Board & Book updated?

The app was released on September 5, 2026, and received its latest update on September 8, 2026. This indicates a recent and potentially active development cycle.

### What makes Board & Book different from other chess apps?

Board & Book differentiates itself by integrating the history and literary aspects of chess directly into the user experience. It focuses on curated narratives and tactical training rather than just standard gameplay.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2026-09-08

Fixes for online play.

• Offering a draw now reaches your opponent, and you're told when it's accepted or declined • Rejoin a game in progress after closing the app • The board no longer resizes when you open the move list • Clearer messages when something can't be sent • You can now see and undo people you've muted

### 1.0 — 2026-09-05

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-28.*