How to learn basics of composition? There are a few resources in the web for problem composers. Problem is the usually assume you are already part of the community. As a result one has to wander around to find out what is a grasshopper, a model mate, etc. I already have access to much of this information, but it would be nice to know of a single source (or few in any case) where one can learn the lingo, history, and the kind of questions that modern composers are interested in.
CHESS PROBLEMS MADE EASY - How to solve, how to compose
How to compose chess problems and why (You have to register for free to read it)
Chess Wizardry: The New ABC of Chess Problems
Compose Like Mozart
What are chess problems


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Chess Problems
The Chess Portal: Chess theory/Chess Problems (that list has many recourses on Chess composition)