There is a book called Go in January, which was compiled by Qiu Bairui, a Shanghai Go coach. Later, it became a series of six volumes, such as "Layout of Go in January" and "Go in January". Including the most important "layout, middle set, ending, hamstring, life and death, formula" of Go. These seven books are the best starting point for self-study. Many other books are not necessarily as good as these, and there are many shoddy introductory books. These books "Go Ladder Classroom Series" are good, edited by Nie Weiping. Others are a little difficult for beginners, so it is not too late to read them when the level goes up.

When you have a certain level, do more life and death questions, such as Fujizawa Hedeyuki's Go Quiz, which is good. After reading this book, your local chess skills have been greatly improved. There is also a Weiqi magazine called Weiqi World, which is a bimonthly magazine for chess fans. It has a big competition and a Go lecture.