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About The Book

What if a chessboard could become your greatest teacher in life?
In Raising Chess Knight, authors Mohana, Dron, and Druheen Das invite readers into a heartwarming, humorous, and deeply inspiring journey through the world of competitive chess—and beyond. This is not a how-to manual on openings or endgames; it’s a celebration of resilience, focus, humility, and the everyday triumphs that shape young minds and wise hearts.

Uplifting, wise, and full of unforgettable life lessons, this is a book you’ll want to read with your child—and return to again and again.

About The Author

What happens when passion meets purpose— and a family chooses to rise together? Meet Mohana Mukherjee Das, Dron Acharya Das, and Druheen Acharya Das—a mother and her two sons whose extraordinary journey from quiet beginnings to championship podiums is now captured in a book that’s as inspiring as it is transformative.

This is more than a guide to chess excellence. It’s a deeply personal story told through the eyes of Dron and Druheen—two brothers born just a year
apart, whose childhood curiosity for chess sparked a relentless pursuit of mastery. It started with quiet chess games in a Canton, MI, living room—simple lessons in patience, strategy, and resilience. But as the years passed, those lessons grew into something far greater: state titles, national recognition, and most importantly, a profound understanding of what it means to grow—not just as players, but as humans.
Through every win and loss, they discovered that true mastery wasn’t just about the board. It was about lifting others up along the way. Today, they mentor local youth, passing on not just tactics, but the deeper truths chess taught them—discipline, humility, and the courage to face any challenge. Together, this trio opens the door to their lives—sharing victories, setbacks, family rituals, and the lessons that shaped them. Featured in local media and now bestselling authors, Mohana, Dron, and Druheen offer readers more than a roadmap. They offer a mirror—a chance to see what’s possible when love, learning, and legacy align.
This is their story. This is their voice. And this is your invitation to believe in your own.