I'm happy to give you some tips:
First, study some opening theory; that will give you confidence because at least your start out strong. Wikipedia's
chess opening is a good place to start.
Get James Eade's
Chess Player's Bible. It's the best beginner book I know, because it covers everything a beginner should know, with strong visual 3d pictures.
Register a free account at
Gameknot, the best chess game website I've seen. You can play turn based games, with up to 15 days per move, with several people at the same time. I just play relaxed a few minutes a day, whenever I feel like it. Highly recommended!
Steve, when your rating (at Gameknot) is at 1350 after some practice, please be bold enough to challenge me to a game.. I would be honered..
My name is
"Macaristas"
Enjoy your practice!