75 Peaceful, Serene Crosswords fromThe New York Times
For many crossworders, solving crossword puzzles induces a Zenlike state of relaxation and contentment; their daily crossword solving is one of the soothing, serene highlights of their day. With this in mind, editor Will Shortz andThe New York Timeshave teamed up to bring you seventy-five select, solvable puzzles that are sure to wipe any frown from your face and any stress from your shoulders.
Will Shortzhas been the crossword puzzle editor ofThe New York Timessince 1993. He is also the puzzlemaster on NPR'sWeekend Edition Sundayand is founder and director of the annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament. He has edited countless books of crossword puzzles, Sudoku, KenKen, and all manner of brain-busters.
???[Will Shortz] is the crossword king.??? ???Steve Kroft, 60 Minutes
???The prince of crossword puzzlers.??? ???Greenwich Magazine
???The Riddler's got nothing on Will Shortz.??? ???Time Out New York
???Will Shortz is [the crossword book world's] John Grisham.??? ???Martin Arnold