Crossword blogs
Practical articles for solvers who want to start strong, build a daily routine, and get more out of every puzzle.
A practical beginner guide to picking the right first crossword, solving without freezing up, and building a daily habit that actually sticks.
A clear guide to what a crossword rebus is, how rebus mode works, and how to tell when one square needs more than one character.
A practical comparison of six free NYT Mini alternatives, from cleaner daily-routine replacements to browser-first, big-newspaper, and helper-heavy options.
A practical comparison of six iPhone crossword apps, from a clean daily mini to themed dailies, the biggest free archive, and an enthusiast's toolkit.
A practical comparison of five genuinely free crossword apps and sites: the clearest picks for a daily mini, an ad-free runner-up, browser solving, and deep archives.
