Books by Will Shortz

Book SynopsisSerious solvers know that the puzzles in the New York Times get harder as the week goes on. From an easy Monday to a not so easy Friday puzzle, this brand new collection is sure to challenge you with every passing day. Features: * 200 weekday New York Times crosswords* Edited by crossword great Will Shortz* Puzzles range from fairly easy to fairly hard and everything in between.

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Book SynopsisEdited by a "New York Times" crossword editor, this title features 200 puzzles.

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Book SynopsisEdited by a "New York Times" crossword editor, this title features 200 fearsome puzzles.

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Book SynopsisThis brand-new collection packs hours of fun solving into a portable paperback. Enjoy 200 light and easy puzzles, chosen from Monday and Tuesday editions of the newspaper, wherever you go. Features:* 200 fun and easy New York Times crosswords* Portable and perfect for solving on the go* Edited by the #1 man in American crosswords, Will Shortz

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Book SynopsisFor the first time ever, Will Shortz personally selects 75 of his favorite puzzles from his tenure as editor of The New York Times crossword puzzles. Special commentary will appear along with each puzzle and give clever insight into the puzzle-solving world that Will Shortz dominates. Getting to know the background on these puzzles will add a new dimension for the growing number of crossword buffs. Also included is a special introduction written by Shortz that explains why these puzzles qualify as his favorites among the thousands of puzzles he has edited in his career. Since Will Shortz has become crossword editor of the Times, the puzzles have featured increased wordplay, and a hip, contemporary attitude towards crosswording.

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Book SynopsisIncludes a collection of crosswords that features 200 fun and easy "New York Times" crosswords.

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Book SynopsisGET HOOKED ON THE LATEST PUZZLE CRAZE!It''s hot, fun, mind-boggling, and once you start, you won''t want to stop. It''s sudoku -- the new puzzle rage that''s got the nation in a frenzy. New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz presents yet another stimulating and fun collection of 150 sudoku puzzles, ranging in difficulty from easy to more challenging. There are just a few simple rules: Fill in the empty boxes in the grid of 81 boxes, divided into nine three-by-three squares, so that every row, column, and square contains the numbers 1 through 9, without repeating. You don''t need any mathematical knowledge. Whether you''re a crossword enthusiast or a lover of puzzles, you''ll want to try this latest sensation. Don''t waste any more time. Pick up a pencil and test your wits with sudoku!Trade Review"The biggest craze to hit The Times since the first crossword puzzle was published in 1935." - The Times

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Book SynopsisContaining one hundred puzzles from the best of yesterday's and today's crossword constructors, this elegant commemorative edition is a collector's item for every New York Times crossword puzzle fan.To celebrate the twenty-fifth volume of Sunday crosswords from The New York Times, Times Books is proud to present this expanded anniversary edition. The first fifty puzzles in this book are the best and brightest from the history of The Times -- including their very first crossword -- and have been personally selected by Will Shortz. The next fifty are modern-day masterpieces edited by Mr. Shortz. A must-have for loyal fans, this historic edition is primed to be a classic.

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Book SynopsisThis brand-new collection packs hours of fun solving into a portable paperback. Enjoy 200 of The New York Times'' light and easy crossword puzzles, chosen from Monday and Tuesday editions of the newspaper, wherever you go. Features:* 200 fun and easy New York Times crosswords* Portable and perfect for solving on the go* Edited by the #1 man in American crosswords, Will Shortz

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Book SynopsisWith 300 puzzles, this collection intends to provide hours and hours of fun for even the most avid sudoku fan. It lets you challenge your mind and put your solving skills to the test. It also features big grids with lots of space for easy solving.

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Book SynopsisWhen the going gets tough, the tough solve sudoku! Based on the British WWII poster, "Keep Calm and Carry On", this lighthearted collection packs hours of solving into a portable paperback with a flashy, fun cover. It features 200 easy to hard puzzles.

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Book SynopsisPresents a collection of easy to hard sudoku puzzles from puzzlemaster. This title is suitable for solvers looking for a fun way to unwind. It features big grids with lots of space for easy solving.

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Book SynopsisThe 200 puzzles in this volume are broken down by day of the week, from easy Monday to scary Saturday! This way old pros can pick their favorite difficulty and new puzzle fans can get better as they make their way through the book.Features:- 200 easy to hard puzzles- Fun wordplay & fresh vocabulary- Edited by Will Shortz

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Book SynopsisFeatured in The New York Times Easy Crossword Puzzle Omnibus Volume 8:* 200 Monday and Tuesday puzzles, the easiest crosswords published in The New York Times* Author bylines that allow fans to get to know today''s top contributors* The New York Times and Will Shortz--the #1 name in crosswords.

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Book SynopsisFeatures two hundred easy to devilishly difficult sudoku puzzles. This title has a sophisticated look and a clever New Yorker-style cartoon on the cover. It features 200 easy to hard sudoku puzzles, and big grids for easy solving.

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times Easiest Crossword PuzzlesFinally a crossword omnibus that packs hours of easy puzzling fun into a portable package.* 150 fun and extra-easy New York Times crossword puzzles* Fun for solvers of all skill levels* Edited by Will Shortz

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Book SynopsisCrossword fans who love easy puzzles love Tuesdays! They''re fast and fun to complete but offer a hint of a challenge. Now for the first time, we offer 200 of them in a beautiful omnibus.Featuring:- 200 easy Tuesday crosswords- Big omnibus volume is a great value for solversThe New York Times-the #1 brand name in crosswords- Edited by Will Shortz: the celebrity of U.S. crossword puzzling

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Book SynopsisWatch out! These puzzles are mind melting! But if you dare, grab a pen and take on these two hundred all-new extra challenging puzzles.Features: 200 hard puzzlesBig grids for easy solvingIntroduction by legendary puzzlemaster Will Shortz

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Book SynopsisIn 1993 Will Shortz became the puzzle editor for The New York Times and crosswords have never been the same! This edition celebrates Shortz''s tenure at the Times with 20 puzzles from each of this 20 years editing the Times crossword. This massive crossword bible is a must-have edition for anyone who''s a modern crossword fan. Features:- All New Introduction from Will Shortz- 400 easy to hard crosswords- Portable paperback package

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Book SynopsisMany solvers love crosswords not just for the intellectual challenge, the vocabulary building, or the sheer fun of solving, but because crosswords help them attain an almost Zen-like state of mental relaxation. Every question has an answer and everything falls in its proper place. This title features: - 75 easy Times crosswords- Edited by Will Shortz - Convenient travel-size volume: portable and affordable

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Book SynopsisFeatures two hundred extra-hard puzzles that can satisfy even the most addicted sudoku solver. This book includes 200 mind melting puzzles, and presents big grids for easy solving.

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Book SynopsisWednesday might be humdrum in the office but if you''re a crossword solver, a Wednesday puzzle will always keep you on your toes. This next volume in our new day of the week series collects all your favorite medium level Wednesday puzzles in one attractive, portable package. Features: * Seventy-five of the Times''s Wednesday crosswords* Convenient trade paperback for easy transport* The #1 names in crosswords: The New York Times and Will Shortz.

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Book SynopsisLarge-print type may make these puzzles from the pages of The New York Times easy on the eyes, but they will still challenge the brain. The New York Times Large-Print Stay Sharp Crosswords features:* 120 easy-to-read crossword puzzles* All levels of difficulty* Edited by crossword maven Will Shortz

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Book SynopsisFor puzzlers who just can''t get enough, here''s a collection to last from January to December! With:* 365 fun, solvable New York Times crosswords* Puzzles from easy to hard for all solvers to enjoy* Edited by crossword legend Will Shortz* Compact trade paperback lets you solve anywhere you want all year long!

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Book SynopsisPut the kettle on and grab a pencil!From the pages of The New York Times comes this brand-new collection of light and easy puzzles, chosen from Monday and Tuesday editions of the newspaper. These solver-friendly puzzles allow you to sit back, relax, and lose yourself in a puzzle while enjoying your afternoon tea. Features:- 75 fun and easy Times'' puzzles- Portable format is perfect for travel or solving at home- Edited by the biggest name in crosswords, Will Shortz.

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Book SynopsisMonday 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 volume collects all your favorite start-of-the week puzzles in one huge omnibus.Features:- 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

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Book SynopsisFeatures in The New York Times Easy Crossword Puzzle Omnibus Volume 10* 200 Monday and Tuesday puzzles, the easiest crosswords published in The New York Times* Author bylines that allow fans to get to know today''s top contributors* The New York Times and Will Shortz--the #1 name in crosswords.

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Book SynopsisWatch out! These Sudoku puzzles are serious! But if you dare, grab a pen and take on these two hundred all-new extra-challenging puzzles.Features:200 hard puzzlesBig grids for easy solvingIntroduction by legendary puzzlemaster Will Shortz

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Book SynopsisEasy to solve . . . hard to resist! Everybody loves easy Mondays and solving is even easier now with this new big, spiral-bound series!- Fifty of the Times''s Monday crosswords, their easiest of the week- Puzzles that are not only fun but completely solvable by all puzzlers, from beginner to expert- Covered spiral binding for easy spine-out shelving.

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Book SynopsisEasy to solve . . . hard to resist! Tuesday puzzles are fun and easy and now they''re even easier to solve in this series with big, spiral-bound covers- Fifty of the Times''s Tuesday crosswords, their easiest of the week- Puzzles that are not only fun but completely solvable by all puzzlers, from beginner to expert- Covered spiral binding for easy spine-out shelving.

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Book SynopsisLarge-print type may make these puzzles from the pages of The New York Times easy on the eyes, but they will still challenge the brain. The New York Times Large-Print Crosswords to Exercise Your Brain features:* 120 easy-to-read crossword puzzles* All levels of difficulty* Edited by crossword maven Will Shortz.

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