Rules of the Game Resources

Websites

Hang with Tan

Tan's website—designed by her—offers up a bounty of information on everything from her books to photos to personal information. If websites could overflow, this one would be on the brink of flooding the Internet.

No Excuses

What's that? You forgot your copy of the text at school? Worry not—the whole thing is ready and waiting for you online.

Movie or TV Productions

Little Girl, Big Screen

Tan wrote the screenplay for the adaptation of The Joy Luck Club, which includes the events of "Rules of the Game." Get excited to watch Waverly kick butt on the big screen.

Articles and Interviews

Never Give Up

This interview, which features a medley of written and video clips, digs deep into Tan's life as a writer. And guess what? She didn't start writing fiction until she was thirty-three, so don't throw in the towel yet, okay?

The Valley of Amazement

If you like "Rules of the Game," then check out this interview with Tan about a later book, The Valley of Amazement, which she was inspired to write after discovering her grandmother had been a courtesan.

Video

Tan Talks

In this conversation, Tan talks about The Joy Luck Club and much more.

Searching for Bobby Fischer

Like chess stars? Here's another story about a young chess expert for you, which touches on a lot of the same themes as "Rules of the Game."

Audio

Ah… Audiobooks

Rest your weary eyes by getting your hands (er, ears) on this not-free audio download of the book that contains "Rules of the Game."

All Things Amy

An audio interview with Tan, which specifically addresses "Rules of the Game."

Images

Real Life Chinese Chess Genius

Pictures of China's Hou Yifan, a real live girl chess genius.

The Cover of the Novel

Trying to find the book our story appears in? Here's a picture of the cover of The Joy Luck Club so you know what to keep your eyes peeled for.