John Adair

Author • Chess Master • Storyteller

From the chessboard to the high seas, John Adair is turning his personal history, resilience, and timeless wisdom into compelling stories.

Welcome to the World of John Adair

Born and raised in Hollywood, California, John Adair has lived a life rich with adventure, tragedy, triumph, and discovery. A passionate writer, chess enthusiast, former business owner, and dedicated community servant, John transforms life’s most profound experiences into meaningful narratives that resonate with readers.

His journey includes international travel, military school discipline, building a business from a dining room table, and navigating heartbreaking loss — all while maintaining an unwavering commitment to growth, service, and storytelling.
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  • A Sailor’s Saga

A 50-Year Riddle Solved

In July 2025, John uncovered the identity of his biological father — U.S. Navy Captain John Paul Iredale — solving a family mystery that had remained hidden for half a century.
In July 2025, John uncovered the identity of his biological father — U.S. Navy Captain John Paul Iredale — solving a family mystery that had remained hidden for half a century.
“I finally learned the truth… and in doing so, I found a piece of myself I never knew was missing.”
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Books by John Adair

Chess Basics: A Tutorial for Beginning & Intermediate Players (2023)

A clear, practical guide that has helped countless players improve their game.
Conceptos Básicos del Ajedrez (2025)
The Spanish edition of Chess Basics, making the game accessible to Spanish-speaking readers.
Just Saying: 1060 of the Greatest Motivation/Inspirational Quotes of All Time (Coming Soon)

A carefully curated collection of timeless wisdom gathered over two decades.

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Carolyn Goodman

former Mayor of Las Vegas (2011-2024); former president & trustee emerita of the Meadows School in Las Vegas, NV

What a gem of a book! So many great quotes—attributions are very detailed—but I really love the annotations that add clarity and context. Bravo!

m. agrelius

poet & children's book author (Beyond the Laughter)

I love pithy poems, quotes, proverbs and sayings that make you think. John’s collection of all of these in one book is a treasury of some of the best I have seen; and I am honored to have been included in some small way.