When it comes to dreaming up a crossword puzzle, there are some simple rules to follow. "First and foremost, you have to have a good theme," says Lita Williams from Dartmouth, N.S., who constructs ...

Ms. Too was a member of the New York Times Diverse Crossword Constructor Fellowship and is an American living in London, ...

He produced his first crossword puzzle for a weekly publication in the early 1990s. His son, Leighton, said his dad not only created crossword puzzles, he loved playing them.

Crossword puzzles are a common pastime for millions of people around the world, but some crossword hobbyists say diversity is often lacking in who designs the puzzles and what's represented in them.

In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, That's a first!, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, and test ...