This book, from the popular Brain Games® series, presents more than 80 crossword puzzles in a large-print format. Both the puzzle clues and puzzle grids are enlarged for ease of reading and writing, and each puzzle set is on facing pages.The puzzles get progressively more challenging as you proceed through the book. The more time you spend solving a puzzle, the more you are sure to appreciate the large-print format. If you get stumped, no problem solutions to all the puzzles are provided in the final section of the book.The 192 page book is spiral-bound and handy to use, no matter whether you are at home, on public transportation, in a long security line at the airport, or relaxing at poolside or on the beach. Take along Brain Games® Crossword Puzzles wherever you go! Brain Games® was developed to help people increase their memory, sharpen their reasoning, and expand their creative thinking. Working the puzzles in this book can provide a vigorous mental workout for virtually everyone from teenagers to senior citizens.

Monday might not be your favorite day to head to the office but if you're a crossword solver who enjoys the Times's easiest puzzles, you can't wait for Monday to roll around. This first volume of our new series collects all your favorite start-of-the week puzzles in one huge omnibus.\nFeatures:- 200 easy Monday crosswords- Big omnibus volume is a great value for solvers- The New York Times-the #1 brand name in crosswords- Edited by Will Shortz: the celebrity of U.S. crossword puzzling

Simon & Schuster celebrates ninety-five years of crossword puzzle excellence with 300 new, never-before-published Thursday to Sunday-sized brain breakers. Sharpen your pencils—unless you dare to use a pen. In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher’s first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, 95 years later, Simon & Schuster’s legendary crossword puzzle legacy continues with a brand-new collection of 300 crosswords, which offer hours of challenging fun for puzzle solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors—and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson—Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book #19 is designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. With its timeless and unique collection of puzzles, this super-sized book is sure to delight long-time puzzle stalwarts and new enthusiasts alike.

Crossword puzzles that are fun for everyone!\nGentle brain exercise\n\nFrom best-selling puzzle book author Charles Timmerman\n\n101 puzzles for hours of entertainment\n\n\nFrustration-free with just the right level of challenge\nLarge-print puzzles that are easy to read\n\n\nGiant grids make it simple to enter letters\nIncludes free word search and sudoku puzzles you can download\n

Challenging to your brain, easy on your eyes―75 fun crossword puzzles\nStudies show that doing crossword puzzles can help improve your memory and brain function. Give your mind a workout while giving your eyes a rest with these 75 medium difficulty crossword puzzles that are easy to read. You won’t miss a thing!\nGreat for beginners and masters alike, these crosswords help fans hone their spelling and test their trivia knowledge. With each puzzle centered around an original theme, this book of 75 Easy-to-Read Crossword Puzzles is sure to keep enthusiasts captivated from start to finish.\nThis book includes:\n\n\nPlethora of puzzles―There are dozens of thought-provoking crossword puzzles to keep you entertained for hours.\n\nUnique themes―The title of each puzzle―like Greener Pastures, English Conversation, and Silent Gourmet―is a helpful clue about the puzzle’s theme.\n\nEasy to use―This book’s large size helps it stay open so you can fill in the puzzles effortlessly.\n\nBoost your brain power―and have fun doing it―with these super engaging crossword puzzles.

The classic crossword series returns with 300 never-before-published puzzles!In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release—it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.Today, more than eighty years later, the legendary Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the freshest and most original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors—and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson—these Sunday-sized brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.With more puzzles than ever before in one volume, the Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book series will continue to test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.Can you take the challenge? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

A NEW day-of-the-week series with 100 puzzles in a convenient portable paperback package\nNobody loves Monday best...unless you're a New York Times crossword puzzle solver! This collection of 100 easy crosswords will give you a case of the Mondays in the best possible way. \nFeatures:\n-100 easy Monday puzzles-Bold, fun series cover design-Edited by crossword legend Will Shortz

This new 4th edition of this best-welling crossword puzzle dictionary is an essential guide for anyone who enjoys the game. This new edition features more than 340,000 clues and answer words with over 20,000 new words. Organized alphabetically, by number of letters, and by common categories. New answer and clue words include freegan, goji, pho, and tweep. The book also offers comprehensive coverage of "crosswordese"--the words, people, and place-names most encountered by puzzlers.

Sipping a cup of tea and enjoying a Saturday New York Times crossword puzzle is one of life's simple pleasures. This latest volume of our new "Coffee and Crosswords" series, The Best of Saturday Crosswords, collects all your favorite challenging Saturday puzzles. \nFeatures: * Seventy-five of the Times' Saturday crosswords * Convenient trade paperback for easy transport* Edited by Will Shortz.

Pour yourself some Drunk Crosswords—and see how well you solve! Cheers—and bottoms up! Everyone from wine connoisseurs to Joe and Jane Sixpack will love these puzzles, which include puns on cocktails, themes inspired by drinking games, rebuses, tipsy-looking asymmetric grids, and more. Each crossword includes the solving times of a drunk crossword champion, who might be unbeatable when sober—but not necessarily after downing a few!

500 puzzles; the biggest collection of Sunday crosswords (the Times' most popular) EVER. Everything about the New York Times Supersized Book of Sunday Crosswords is, well, supersized. At one hour per puzzle (that's pretty fast!), eight hours of solving per day, it would still take two months of solid solving to finish this book.

From the #1 name in crosswords-The New York Times--and Will Shortz, "the crossword king" (Steve Kroft, 60 Minutes), comes another thrilling book of crosswords. These 130 New York Times crosswords have been chosen from puzzles published in the Monday and Tuesday editions of the paper, and features the easiest and most popular puzzles for readers looking for the satisfaction of successful solving. Whether you're waiting for your flight to take off, sipping an espresso at the coffee bar, or lying by the poolside, this compact edition easily fits into your purse or briefcase so that it can go wherever you go!

Across or Down, The Best Crosswords Around! With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release -- it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than eighty years later, the legendary Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book series will continue to test the knowledge of solvers everywhere. Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Designed to bring out your inner calm, this book is packed with puzzles for you to complete. These puzzles are designed to lower stress levels with the added benefit of the feeling of accomplishment that comes from successfully completing one. Once you take up your pencil and immerse yourself in solving puzzles, your thoughts will be taken to a higher plane and your spirits will soar.

Escape for the weekend with this giant collection of 200 puzzles fromThe New York Times This huge volume of 200New York Timescrosswords provides lots of puzzling power for fans to enjoy at home, outside, or on the beach. The first giant collection of 200 easy to hard puzzles in many years features: * Big omnibus with hundreds of hours of solving fun * Daily puzzles featuring all difficulty levels * Crosswords edited by the #1 man in crosswords, Will Shortz

Everyone loves a crossword! With over 350 exciting puzzles, The Crossword Book provides hours of entertainment. This collection includes puzzles you will be able to finish in a single sitting, by tapping your knowledge on a broad range of subjects from notable quotes and Broadway plays, to animal characteristics and geography. Grab your favorite pencil, curl up, and start solving! \n\nOVER 350 PUZZLES & SOLUTIONS: Most puzzles contain over 50 words to solve for! Hours of fun and entertainment to enjoy! \nEXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Test your knowledge on a broad range of subjects and give your brain some exercise! Of course, you know what is a Fairy Godmother's stick, a Mexican Donkey or a Sugar Source? Test if you know a Great Lake near Buffalo, a Donkey's kin or the Hawkeye State! \nLAY FLAT: Spiral-bound lays flat for ease of use at home or on the go. Whether your drinking your morning coffee, riding on the train or relaxing on vacation this crossword puzzle book can go with you. \nEASY TO INTERMEDIATE: Easy to intermediate level puzzles. Great for beginners to more experienced crossword puzzle enthusiasts. \nMAKES A GREAT GIFT: For the crossword puzzle lover, this books makes a great gift for any occasion! Birthday, stocking stuffers, road trip or more, everyone will love it! \nPARRAGON PUZZLE BOOK COLLECTION: Look for additional puzzle books from Parragon for all types of puzzles including crosswords, word searches, sudoku and more!

Give your brain a workout with 84 mind-strengthening crosswords Crossword puzzles are a powerful and entertaining tool for improving cognitive function, offering a variety of mental challenges in one convenient package. Featuring three levels of difficulty, fun themes, and clever clues focused on familiar words, this is the perfect collection of crosswords for anyone interested in giving their brain a workout. What sets this standout among crossword puzzle books for adults apart: Single-page puzzles--Each puzzle is printed on its own page, giving you plenty of space to write and letting you see every clue at a glance. Your choice of difficulty--Puzzles start out simple and get tougher as they go, giving you the opportunity to warm up or jump straight in with a challenge. Brain health pointers--From brain-boosting snacks to beneficial bedtime routines, you'll find even more ways to keep your brain in shape. Keep your mind strong--and enjoy every minute of it--with this top choice in crossword books.

*50 daily size puzzles.*First appearance of these puzzles in book form.*Covered spiral binding.\nSerious solvers know that the puzzles in the New York Times get harder as the week goes on. From an easy Monday to a downright difficult Friday puzzle, this brand new collection is sure to challenge you with every passing day. See how far you can get!

The Sixth In Our Popular Series Featuring Only The Toughest Crossword Puzzles From The New York Times. Are You Up For The Challenge? Many Puzzle Fans Love The Deviously Difficult New York Times Friday And Saturday Crosswords: They’re The Hardest Puzzles Around, And Once You’ve Conquered Them, You’re A True Puzzlemaster! - 50 New York Times Friday And Saturday Crosswords - Edited By Crossword Legend Will Shortz - Spiral Binding For Convenient Lay-flat Solving

The classic crossword series returns with 300 never-before-published puzzles!In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher’s first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster’s legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors—and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson—these Thursday to Sunday–size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Weekends are for staying in pajamas and solving medium-hard, Sunday-sized puzzles! If you've got a sharp pencil and a sharp mind, you’ll love these 72 super Sunday-sized crosswords. They originally appeared in the Long Island newspaper Newsday, were crafted by an all-star lineup of constructors, and have been edited by puzzle expert Stanley Newman. Each puzzle features a fabulous theme and every clue was vetted for accuracy. Plus, the book contains fun facts that shed light on select answers.

USA TODAY Crossword 3 is a brand-new collection of 200 crosswords for puzzle-smiths of all skill levels.Crossword is a classic puzzle that continues to be one of the most popular puzzle types. Keep your mind sharp with this assortment from the nation's No. 1 newspaper and gaming authority, USA TODAY.

Sudoku puzzles are fun and engaging, while providing your brain with a little stimulation! With more than 160 puzzles and 5 levels of difficulty, this collection is sure to keep puzzlers of all experience levels busy for hours on end. Since each puzzle is spread out on one full page, solving will be easy on your eyes--but not on your brain! 192 pages

You won't find crosswords more entertainging than these! Each of these one hundred puzzles shines a spotlight on a fun theme, like music, movies, TV, theater, and sports--all teh things you enjoy most. Test your trivia skills on topics like Law & Order (cop shows), King of Horror (Stephen King), the Tonys, and Rack 'Em Up (the game of pool). Fans of pop music can see how they do on After the Beatles, which has clues about albums the Fab Four made after they split up, while literature lovers will have a blast solving Thar She Blows! (Moby Dick) or The Game's Afoot (Sherlock Holmes).These newspaper-sized crosswords range in difficulty from easy to nearly impossible.

Challenge your brain with these fun and engaging word puzzles from one of America's most trusted senior resource, AARP. More than 40 puzzles with engaging themes from pop culture, sports, and world history. Specially designed for easy reading. 96 pages

What's on the menu? Puzzles to please everyone from newbies to out-of-practice solvers. With 72 Tuesday paper crosswords on the entrée list, your brain will be well-fed!

If you are looking for puzzles that are easy on the eye then Large Print Crossword Puzzles is the book for you. Provided in a large and easy-to-read size, this collection of over 200 puzzles allows you to work through the challenges at your own pace. Satisfying, demanding, and ideal for all crossword enthusiasts. \n\nOVER 200 PUZZLES & SOLUTIONS: Hours of fun and entertainment to enjoy! \nLARGE PRINT: Large print is easy-to-read and giant grids make it simple to enter letters and complete \nLAY FLAT: Spiral-bound lays flat for ease of use at home or on the go. Whether you're drinking your morning coffee, riding on the train, or relaxing on vacation this crossword puzzle book can go with you \nEXERCISE YOUR BRAIN: Learn new facts on popular people and places while completing your word search puzzles. Learn 18 of Tom Cruise's movies, songs from Glee, words containing "and" or names of white grapes! \nMAKES A GREAT GIFT: For the novice to expert this word search book makes a great gift! Look for other books in the Large Print Puzzle Collection including Large Print Word Search Puzzles

First Came The Puzzler Book. Then Came The Jumbo Edition. Now, From The Same Pleasantly-warped Puzzle Makers At People Comes The Celebrity Puzzler Superbook. More Than 100 Celebrity-based Puzzles, Including People's Famous Puzzlers, Plus Acrostics And Word-search Challengers And More. Hone Your Pencil, Sharpen Your Wits, Breathe Deep And Go!

Game of the Year winner at the 2009 International Toy Fair, Bananagrams is the international phenomenon that started with a simple idea: "An anagram game that is so fast it will drive you bananas!" Doing for letters what Sudoku did for numbers, it's the obsessive new puzzle craze that starts with 144 letter tiles in a banana-shaped bag and captures all the fun of crosswords and word games like Scrabble and Boggle.Now comes Bananagrams! The Official Book, which translates the brain-twisting word fun of the game onto the page, and adds much, much more. Even if you've never dipped your hand into the Bananagrams pouch, the book stands on its own with hours of challenging play. Written by the only three-time National Scrabble Champion, Joe Edley, Bananagrams! offers sixteen clever puzzle types, including Banana Trees, where the object is to build word grids based on a theme; Banana Splits, a collection of four quick anagram puzzles to be solved in rapid-fire style; Banana Leaves, with its four-, five-, six- and seven-letter words; Banana Filling―what happens when you add a "K"?; and more. The puzzles have four levels of difficulty, from one banana to four bananas. Plus, there are glossaries; special strategies for Bananagrams: The Game; a list of "Weords"―weird words that are cool to play; two- and three-letter words to take your game to the next level; fun banana facts; and, of course, an answer key.

Kappa Super Saver Crosswords Puzzle Pack is a diverse collection of 6 of your favorite Full Size Large Print Crossword puzzle books. These Easy to Read Puzzles are the perfect way to relax and unplug while sharpening your mind!

The Saturday New York Times crossword puzzle is the most challenging puzzle of the week, which is why it has gained such an eager following. The most serious solvers know that actually finishing the puzzle is no small feat. Collected for the first time in a convenient and portable book form, Super Saturday has 75 puzzles sure to test not only knowledge but patience as well.

My mind rebels at stagnation. Give me problems, give me work, give me the most abstruse cryptogram or the most intricate analysis, and I am in my own proper atmosphere. -Sherlock Holmes, The Sign of the Four. Pit your wits against the greatest detective of them all with this collection of over 130 fiendish and hugely entertaining puzzles and enigmas. Some involve riddles, some plays on words, and some rely on mathematical principles. Use your powers of logical deduction, and see if you can match the towering intellect of Sherlock Holmes. Not only does this collection include brilliant puzzles to ponder over, but it presents these quandaries within exchanges between Holmes and Watson. In this way, this puzzle book retains the same cosy Victorian charm that Holmes' tales are so loved for. Featuring the original pen and ink illustrations by Sidney Paget and George Hutchinson, this gorgeously designed puzzle book will immerse you in Holmes's mysteries and keep you entertained for hours!

There are millions of crossword solvers who think they're pretty good. Now they have a chance to see just how they measure up to the toughest crosswords ever published in the New York Times. The legendary Times crossword editor has combed through literally thousands of puzzles to collect the most diabolical mind-twisters he's ever published.\nThe New York Times Will Shortz's Extreme Crosswords features a challenge like no other: a brand-new, never published Sunday-size puzzle that's more devilish than anything Shortz has ever worked on before. Solvers who correctly solve the completed puzzle will receive a "Master Solver's Certificate" from Will himself. Features:\n*75 of the toughest-ever crosswords from the Times plus a giant bonus puzzle unlike any solvers have seen before*Edited by and with an introduction from Will Shortz*Follows in the footsteps of previous successful "Will Shortz"-branded crossword books.

Test your knowledge of the world with over 100 fun, travel-themed crosswords. The crosswords gradually get harder throughout the book, and are perfect for quiet times alone or playing with friends and family. All the answers can be found at the back of the book.

“This cultural and personal history of crosswords and their fans, written by an aficionado, is diverting, informative, and discursive.” —The New York Times Book Review, Editors’ Choice\\nA delightful, erudite, and immersive exploration of the crossword puzzle and its fascinating history\\nAlmost as soon as it appeared, the crossword puzzle became indispensable to our lives. Invented practically by accident in 1913, when a newspaper editor at the New York World was casting around for something to fill empty column space, it became a roaring commercial success almost overnight. Ever since then, the humble puzzle has been an essential ingredient of any newspaper worth its salt. But why, exactly, are the crossword’s satisfactions so sweet?\\nBlending first-person reporting from the world of crosswords with a delightful telling of its rich literary history, Adrienne Raphel dives into the secrets of this classic pastime. Thinking Inside the Box is an ingenious love letter not just to the abiding power of the crossword but to the infinite joys and playful possibilities of language itself.

Puzzles and mysteries have delighted humanity for thousands of years, from the ancient Riddle of the Sphinx, through to Latin squares found in Roman ruins, and right up to the present day. This intriguing collection of puzzles, codes, and conundrums—from the simplest to the most fiendishly difficult—is guaranteed to bemuse, amuse, and confuse. With more than 300 puzzles to solve, including some that can truly be described as enigmas—plus solutions too, if you need them—it’s the perfect way to hone your brain and pit your wits against the very best brand new puzzles. From all kinds of code and number puzzles, logic, and lateral thinking puzzles, sudoku, and much more, this treasure trove of puzzles and puzzling knowledge will enlighten and entertain.

Two books in one, this is a compilation of 60 puzzles selected by award-winning crossword author Merl Reagle from two of his bestselling previous books, Sunday Crosswords Volume 3 and Sunday Crosswords Volume 4. The puzzles in this book are ingenious, tricky, stimulating, and often laugh-out-loud funny, of medium difficulty but of maximum entertainment value. This is the first in a new series of two-in-one crossword anthologies from the puzzlemaker that Games magazine calls "the best Sunday crossword creator in America."

You don't need to be a math whiz to enjoy a great sudoku puzzle! Sharpen your mind and have some fun with this great collection of sudokus, including over 540 challenges across four difficulty levels (Warm-Up, Challenging, Tough, and the ultimate Samurai Sudoku!) A must-have for all Sudoku enthusiasts. \n\nOVER 500 PUZZLES & SOLUTIONS: Hours of fun and entertainment to enjoy! \nVARIETY OF LEVELS: From levels 1 to 3 increasing levels of difficulty including Warm Up, Challenging and Tough. When you are done, test your skills on the ultimate Samurai Sudoku Puzzle - 5 puzzles linked together by a central puzzle! Can you become a master samurai? \nLAY FLAT: Spiral-bound lays flat for ease of use at home or on the go. Whether your drinking your morning coffee, riding on the train or relaxing on vacation this sudoku book can go with you. \nMAKES A GREAT GIFT: For the sudoku puzzle lover, this books makes a great gift for any occasion! Birthday, stocking suffers, road trip or more, everyone will love it! \nPARRAGON PUZZLE BOOK COLLECTION: Look for additional puzzle books from Parragon for all types of puzzles including crosswords, word searches, and more!

The next step, like having a whole book of just Saturday Times crossword puzzles. Even more fiendish, even more fun, X-treme Sudoku proudly presents 320 puzzles rated "Difficult" to "Very Difficult." These are the toughest, knottiest, most demanding Sudoku out there—prepare to have your brain cells crackle, your pencils melt, your mind obsessed with numbers and squares. No one is better than Nikoli at rounding up such a collection. A Japanese puzzle and game company that started the Sudoku craze over twenty years ago, Nikoli is known for creating the only handcrafted puzzles around. As Tim Preston, publishing director of Puzzler Media, Britain's biggest seller of crossword and cryptogram puzzles, has said: "It is a matter of great pride to get your puzzle into one of Nikoli's magazines. Handmade puzzles are much better. . . . It gives you the satisfaction that you are pitting your wits against an individual who has thought about what your next step would be and has tried to obscure the path." For X-treme Sudoku, the puzzle-makers at Nikoli went out of their way to obscure the path. There are puzzles with entire boxes empty. Puzzles with whole rows left blank. Puzzles that form mysteriously beautiful symmetries, but demand a calculating logic to solve. For the X-treme solver, paradise.

2013 marks the 100th anniversary of the crossword puzzle. Journalist Arthur Wynne had wanted to devise a new game for the back of the newspaper back in 1913, so he created a diamond grid and called it a “Word-Cross,” and thus the first crossword puzzle was born.Editor and crossword constructor Ben Tausig examines the curious history of the world’s most addictive game and its unusual upbringing. Accompanied by 100 unique and challenging puzzles from the past 100 years, he examines the evolution of grid shape, how basic expected knowledge of the reader has changed, the puzzles that break the “breakfast table rule” and more. Featuring puzzles from top constructors like Will Shortz, Brendan Emmett Quigley, Matt Jones, Cathy Millhauser, Maura Jacobson, and more. Try your pen or pencil on the crosswords your parents, grandparents, or great grandparents did decades ago!

Perfect for solvers who just can't get enough, this colossal collection contains 500 easy to hard KenKen puzzles -- perfect for novices and experts alike. \nFeatures:· 500 easy-to-hard KenKen puzzles· Edited by legendary New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz· Big grids with lots of space for easy solving

Kids and “kids at heart” can have fun solving these beginner Sudoku puzzles. Four difficulty levels, illustrated with four friendly robots, provide hours of portable entertainment – no batteries needed!This big 8.5” x 11” book has lots of room to write and strong paper to survive erasing.The first "Robo-Dog" section includes 36 4 x 4 grids. A sample puzzle with a brief description introduces the basics of Sudoku and shows how to solve the puzzle. These mini puzzles are designed for children 6 and older. They are a good warm up for the rest of the puzzles in the book.The second "Droid" section adds a bit more challenge with 48 6x6 puzzles. The introduction shows a sample 6x6 Sudoku and steps to solve it. This format lets kids 8 and up practice their reasoning skills and prepare for the remaining traditional size Sudoku puzzles. The third "Simple" section has classic 9x9 girds. These 48 puzzles are standard Sudoku at its very easiest.The final "Easy" section contains another 48 9x9 puzzles. These are normal easy Sudoku puzzles. After completing this section, you are ready for any easy level Sudoku book for adults.

With more than 1,300,000 answers, this volume contains more than twice as many words as any other crossword dictionary. \nMeticulously compiled by two crossword professionals with a combined fifty years in the field and based on a massive analysis of current crosswords, there has never been a crossword dictionary with the breadth, depth, and currency of this one. From Jim Carrey to Sister Carrie, Homer Simpson to Homer’s Iliad, the wide-ranging entries include 500,000+ synonyms, 3,000+ literary works, 3,000+ films, 20,000+ famous people from all fields, and more than 50,000 fill-in-the-blank clues so popular in today’s crosswords.\nFeaturing an introduction by New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz, The Million Word Crossword Dictionary makes every other crossword dictionary obsolete.\nThis updated edition offers thousands of new entries, including slang terms; brand names; celebrity names; and the latest films, novelists’ works, sports Hall of Famers, automobile models, and more. The new, larger type size makes finding the answers easier than ever.

Experience the joy of puzzling in these 15 sticker-puzzle challenges featuring the art of Bob Ross. Bob Ross charmed viewers with his simple and efficient painting techniques, and now you too can discover the joy of creating amazing artworks with these puzzles. Each of the fifteen challenges in this book contains more than 100 sticker shapes to be placed in a tessellated grid. When you’re done, you’ll have a full-color glossy art poster that you can hang on your wall. The art of Bob Ross is featured in every puzzle, so you’ll experience the enjoyment of seeing his works come to life as you complete the puzzles.

A delightful, erudite, and immersive exploration of the crossword puzzle and its fascinating history by a brilliant young writerAlmost as soon as it appeared, the crossword puzzle had already become indispensable to our lives. Invented practically by accident in 1913, when a newspaper editor at the New York World was casting around for something to fill empty column space, it became a roaring commercial success practically overnight. Ever since then, the humble puzzle--consisting of a grid of blank squares in which solvers write answers in response to clues--has been an essential ingredient of any newspaper worth its salt. The puzzle's daily devotees include everyone from subway riders looking to pass the time to cultural icons such as Martha Stewart, Bill Clinton, and Yo-Yo Ma. Today, its popularity is greater than ever, even as the media world has undergone a perilous digital transformation. But why, exactly, are the crossword's satisfactions so sweet that it is a fixture of breakfast tables, nightstands, and commutes, and has even given rise to competitive crossword tournaments? There are mysteries beyond the clues.Blending first-person reporting from the world of crosswords with a delightful telling of its rich literary history, Adrienne Raphel dives into the secrets of this classic pastime. At the annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, she rubs shoulders with elite solvers of the world; aboard a crossword- themed cruise, she picks the brains of the enthusiasts whose idea of a good time is a week on the high seas with nothing but crosswords to do; and, visiting the home and office of Will Shortz, New York Times crossword editor and NPR's official "Puzzlemaster," she goes behind the scenes to see for herself how America''s gold standard of puzzles is made.As ingenious as it is fun, Thinking Inside the Box is a love letter not just to the abiding power of the crossword but to the infinite joys and playful possibilities of language itself. This book will be a treat for die-hard cruciverbalists and first-time solvers alike.

Hungry for great crosswords? Then feed your brain with these 72 tasty puzzles that feature food-related puns and themes. The menu offers options ranging from easy to more difficult, so there’s something for every solver to enjoy. Bon appétit!

The Pigeon really, really wants to finish this activity book! But that pesky Duckling keeps getting in the way. Oh, and there's someone new on the scene causing all kinds of problems....Follow the Bus Driver's lead as you write, color, draw, create--even build an airport!--in this fun-filled book starring the Pigeon and YOU.

From New York magazine, a spiral-bound collection of fifty recently published crosswords—plus a bonus one created by beloved American composer Stephen Sondheim, the magazine’s original puzzle constructor, for its first issue in 1968.Every year, millions of people attempt to complete a crossword puzzle, whether in print or online. Recent studies have even shown that the actual number is growing, owing to a rising public desire for less screen time and more activities that keep brains active. A number of research trials have found that regular crossword activity is among the most effective ways to preserve memory and cognitive function, and a recent trial from the NIH found that these benefits can last as long as ten years.For fifty years, New York magazine has published some of the most entertaining, addictive crossword puzzles in America. This spiral-bound book collects fifty New York puzzles by master puzzle creator Cathy Allis; adds a classic from the New York archives, created by Stephen Sondheim in 1968; and puts them together with a covered spiral binding for easy, stay-flat solving and portability.

This text boasts an elegant design and handy format for a collection of crossword puzzles. It also has an assorted range of difficulty levels with over 250 puzzles, enough to satisfy any puzzle book fan for a long time. In addition, it features a stylish elastic strap for ease of use.

Enjoy the familiar and stylish design of the Pocket Posh crossword series with a new round of puzzles to satisfy and engage even the most experienced of crossword fans. An all-new collection of medium-level difficulty crossword puzzles designed in a beautifully graphic package. This pretty, portable puzzle book is part of a bestselling series featuring highly stylized, embellished covers and boasting over 7 million copies in print.