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General Discussion / Crossing names
« Last post by SkaBro on August 26, 2025, 08:26:52 AM »Is it okay to cross names if one of them is a theme entry and one is fill?
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General Discussion / Re: WSJ response time?
« Last post by Hysc on August 04, 2025, 07:38:56 PM »Hi all - anyone have updated intel on WSJ response times? Also, just to confirm, WSJ doesn't confirm that you submitted (like the pre Submittable auto reply from NYT). Right? HYSC
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General Discussion / Re: Theme answer lengths
« Last post by andrewmc on August 04, 2025, 03:34:20 PM »Hi everyone,
I have four 8 letter theme answers I'd like to include in a 21 x 21 puzzle. There are 11 theme answers for a total of 109 theme answer squares.
daily wordle answers
Can fill answers be the same length as the shortest theme or must they be one letter less? Put simply, if I have 8 letter theme answers, must the longest fill answers be 7 letters or less, or can they be 8 as well?
You’re fine using 8-letter fills even though your theme entries are 8 letters. There’s no rule that says fills have to be one letter shorter—some people do that as a stylistic way to help the theme pop, but it’s not a requirement.
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General Discussion / Re: Construction software for iPad
« Last post by andrewmc on August 04, 2025, 03:09:11 PM »Any recommendations of construction software for the iPad?
sudopedia
I've been using Crossfire on my Mac but apparently it does not work on the iPad.
Thanks in advance!
I was doing some research and found this -> https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cruciverbalist/id1578919678
You might give it a try and let us know what do you think
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General Discussion / Re: crosswordgiant.com
« Last post by andrewmc on August 04, 2025, 03:06:27 PM »Sorry I took so long to reply. Thanks! I tried it again and it works. Lots of ads to click off though.
crossword guru
Unfortunately this is true. I've seen a lot of crossword-related solvers online that have more ads than content. Not sure how much they get paid but it ruins the whole user experience for me ....
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Book Releases / Nightmare Crosswords
« Last post by AdamPlays on August 02, 2025, 05:36:28 PM »👻 New Book Drop! 🩸
I just released the second book in my Nightmare Horror Puzzle series! If you love horror movies and word puzzles, you’re gonna want to check out:
Nightmare Word Search — Uncover Hidden Horror Movie Quotes
Solve large print word searches packed with spooky quotes and relive your favorite scary movies, one creepy puzzle at a time.
Buy a copy here 👉 https://a.co/d/i7TAiip
It’s the perfect follow-up to my first book:
Nightmare Crosswords — Horror Movie Puzzles to Die For
Get your copy here 👉 https://a.co/d/cHfiTfD
Grab one (or both!) and put your horror knowledge to the test… if you dare. 🔪📚
#NightmareHorrorPuzzles
I just released the second book in my Nightmare Horror Puzzle series! If you love horror movies and word puzzles, you’re gonna want to check out:
Nightmare Word Search — Uncover Hidden Horror Movie Quotes
Solve large print word searches packed with spooky quotes and relive your favorite scary movies, one creepy puzzle at a time.
Buy a copy here 👉 https://a.co/d/i7TAiip
It’s the perfect follow-up to my first book:
Nightmare Crosswords — Horror Movie Puzzles to Die For
Get your copy here 👉 https://a.co/d/cHfiTfD
Grab one (or both!) and put your horror knowledge to the test… if you dare. 🔪📚
#NightmareHorrorPuzzles
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General Discussion / Re: Creating, running crossword subscriptions?
« Last post by andrewmc on July 24, 2025, 10:53:37 PM »I edit the crossword for a small, community paper, where people in the community actually know me as they see me and I see them while we are out and about.
Several of them of have asked me to start a subscription service to sell monthly packages from my archive of puzzles.
Until they asked, I had never thought about it.
Does anyone have any experience with this? How much to charge? Package options? Payment? Subscription management/logistics?
If not, might you know someone who does have experience in this area?
Thanks for any help.
Hello,
I have tried something similar and the easiest way which let's you start right away for subscriptions at least is Patreon. You can create different packages where your players basically donate each month and based on the package you can give various perks.
Are you looking for a digital solution or simply share the downloadable PDF with them once they subscribe?
Best,
Andrew
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General Discussion / Re: Submitting to the NYT
« Last post by andrewmc on July 24, 2025, 10:50:46 PM »Hi Andrew:
Yes, I submitted my first NYT puzzle but was rejected.
They said that while there were things they liked about my puzzle, it didn't "excite" them enough. I'm working on a second and hope to submit it by the end of the month.
Best of luck to you!
Rick
Hi Rick,
Thanks for the prompt response. Yeah the same thing they said to me. Sometimes I think in order to get approved you should have good references or be friends with Will Shortz. While many might disagree with me I've discussed this openly with other crossword constructors and that's how they feel
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General Discussion / Re: Submitting to the NYT
« Last post by RickyK on July 24, 2025, 01:47:38 AM »Hi Andrew:
Yes, I submitted my first NYT puzzle but was rejected.
They said that while there were things they liked about my puzzle, it didn't "excite" them enough. I'm working on a second and hope to submit it by the end of the month.
Best of luck to you!
Rick
Yes, I submitted my first NYT puzzle but was rejected.
They said that while there were things they liked about my puzzle, it didn't "excite" them enough. I'm working on a second and hope to submit it by the end of the month.
Best of luck to you!
Rick
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General Discussion / Creating, running crossword subscriptions?
« Last post by verbAtim on July 22, 2025, 10:16:11 AM »I edit the crossword for a small, community paper, where people in the community actually know me as they see me and I see them while we are out and about.
Several of them of have asked me to start a subscription service to sell monthly packages from my archive of puzzles.
Until they asked, I had never thought about it.
Does anyone have any experience with this? How much to charge? Package options? Payment? Subscription management/logistics?
If not, might you know someone who does have experience in this area?
Thanks for any help.
Several of them of have asked me to start a subscription service to sell monthly packages from my archive of puzzles.
Until they asked, I had never thought about it.
Does anyone have any experience with this? How much to charge? Package options? Payment? Subscription management/logistics?
If not, might you know someone who does have experience in this area?
Thanks for any help.
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