John K. Shaw is a Scottish chess player, author, and Chief Editor of Quality Chess. He holds the title of International Master and has written several books about chess strategy and games. His book The King's Gambit was named 2013 Chess Book of the Year by the Chess Journalists of America. He won the Scottish Championship in 1995 and 2001, and in 2006 represented Scotland in the Chess Olympiad.
- FIDE ID
- 2400553
- Federation Country
- Scotland
- Titled Year
- 2006
- Birthplace
- Irvine, North Ayrshire
- Born
- 16 Oct 68
- Age
- 56