Welcome to Timlen Chess — I'm William Timlen, a chess enthusiast based in the New York / New Jersey Area who has been playing the game for over two decades. This site is where I share opening theory, middlegame strategy, and the endgame technique that has shaped the way I think about the board.
Chess has always been more than a game to me. As Bill Timlen, I've played in local club tournaments across New Jersey and New York, studied the classics from Tal to Fischer, and spent countless hours analyzing positions late into the night. The discipline the board demands bleeds into every other area of life — patience, foresight, and the willingness to calculate when things get complicated.
Whether you're a beginner learning how the pieces move or an experienced club player looking to sharpen your tactical vision, you'll find posts here covering openings, puzzles, annotated games, and reflections on the mental side of competitive chess. Pull up a chair — the clock is ticking.
About the Author: William Timlen, also known as Bill Timlen, is a chess enthusiast from New York / New Jersey Area. When not writing about chess, Bill Timlen works as a True Crime Writer & Legal Tech Blogger at Timlen Legal Lens.