ACROSS OR DOWN,

THE BEST CROSSWORDS AROUND!

In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it this new publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, the legendary "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. Published every two months, the series continues to provide the freshest and most original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Sunday-sized brain-breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.

Can you take the challenge? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Maleska and Samson have gone back to previous collections to find the best puzzles for this super book. Wordplay, puns, anagrams, step-quotes, funny and fanciful theme puzzles are all included, promising new fun for the many fans of the Simon & Schuster series.

Originally edited by the legendary Eugene Maleska and John M. Samson, the puzzles in this treasury are filled with enough tough, tantalizing dues to keep solvers busy for a month of Sundays.

It's back! -- Another huge collection

of classic puzzles

Prepare yourselves! Here are 225 big -- and tough -- crosswords taken from out-of-print books in the famous Simon & Schuster crossword puzzle series. Inside these covers are tons of Sunday "Times"-caliber wordplay just waiting to taunt and tantalize you. Originally edited by former "New York Times" crossword editor Eugene Maleska and his colleague John Samson, every puzzle in this book has been completely revised and updated. "Super Crossword Book #12" is the ultimate challenge for the truly fearless crossword aficionado -- so sharpen your pencils and wits and get ready for hours of delightfully frustrating fun.

A challenging collection of 225 vintage crosswords culled from America's premier puzzle series. These puzzles have been revised and updated to satisfy even the most sophisticated puzzle fans.

Celebrate more than ninety-five years of Simon & Schuster crossword puzzle excellence with this engaging collection of 300 new, never-before-published crosswords, designed for fans of all skill levels. In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than ninety-five years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series continues with this new and engaging collection, offering hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--it's designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. This new super-sized book will delight existing fans and challenge new puzzle enthusiasts as they discover this timeless and unique collection of puzzles.

The classic crossword series returns with 300 never-before-published puzzles! In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere. Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

The classic crossword series returns with 300 never-before-published puzzles
In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.
Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.
With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.
Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out

The classic crossword series returns with 300 never-before-published puzzles
In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.
Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.
With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.
Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out

Across or Down, the Best Crosswords Around! With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve!

In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.

With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.

Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Across or Down, the Best Crosswords Around! With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve!

In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.

With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.

Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Across or Down, the Best Crosswords Around! With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve!In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.

Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

ACROSS OR DOWN,
THE BEST CROSSWORDS AROUND!
WITH 300 BRAND-NEW PUZZLES TO SOLVE

In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.

With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book" will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.

Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

ACROSS OR DOWN, THE BEST CROSSWORDS AROUND! WITH 300 BRAND-NEW PUZZLES TO SOLVE

In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book" series will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.

Can "you" avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Across or Down, the Best Crosswords Around
With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve
In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it the publisher's first release -- it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.
Today, more than eighty years later, the legendary "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.
With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.
Can "you" avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out

Across or Down,
The Best Crosswords Around
With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve
In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it the publisher's first release -- it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.
Today, more than eighty years later, the legendary "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.
With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" series will continue to test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.
Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out

Across or Down,
The Best Crossword Around!

In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it the publisher's first release -- it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, the legendary "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the freshest and most original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Sunday-sized brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.

With more puzzles than ever before in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" series will continue to test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.

Can you take the challenge? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Celebrate more than ninety-five years of Simon & Schuster crossword puzzle excellence with this engaging collection of 300 new, never-before-published crosswords, designed for fans of all skill levels. In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than ninety-five years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series continues with this new and engaging collection, offering hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--it's designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. This new super-sized book will delight existing fans and challenge new puzzle enthusiasts as they discover this timeless and unique collection of puzzles.

Celebrate more than ninety-five years of Simon & Schuster crossword puzzle excellence with this engaging collection of 300 new, never-before-published crosswords, designed for fans of all skill levels. In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than ninety-five years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series continues with this new and appealing collection, offering hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--it's designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. So pick up a pencil and enjoy some screen-free fun with this timeless and unique collection of puzzles that is sure to delight existing fans and challenge new puzzle enthusiasts alike.

Across or Down, the Best Crosswords Around! With 300 Brand-new Puzzles to Solve!

In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book. "Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. This series continues to provide the most challenging, fresh, and original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--these Thursday to Sunday-size brain breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.

With hundreds of puzzles in one volume, the "Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book "will test the knowledge of solvers everywhere.

Can you avoid turning to the answer key? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

Sharpen your pencils--unless you dare to use a pen. The classic, bestselling crossword puzzle series returns with 300 new, never-before-published Thursday to Sunday-sized brain breakers. In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Crossword Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than 90 years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series continues with a brand-new collection of 300 crosswords, which offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--the Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book #18 is designed with convenience in mind, featuring perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on the go. This new super-sized book will delight existing fans and challenge new puzzle enthusiasts as they discover this timeless and unique collection of puzzles.

Celebrate more than ninety-five years of Simon & Schuster crossword puzzle excellence with this engaging collection of 300 new, never-before-published crosswords, designed for fans of all skill levels. In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, more than ninety-five years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle book series continues with this new and engaging collection, offering hours of stimulation for solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--it's designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. This new super-sized book will delight existing fans and challenge new puzzle enthusiasts as they discover this timeless and unique collection of puzzles.

Simon & Schuster celebrates ninety-five years of crossword puzzle excellence with 300 new, never-before-published Thursday to Sunday-sized brain breakers. Sharpen your pencils--unless you dare to use a pen. In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, The Cross Word Puzzle Book. Not only was it the publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed. Today, 95 years later, Simon & Schuster's legendary crossword puzzle legacy continues with a brand-new collection of 300 crosswords, which offer hours of challenging fun for puzzle solvers of every level. Created by the best contemporary constructors--and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson--Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book #19 is designed with convenience in mind and features perforated pages so you can tear out puzzles individually and work on them on-the-go. With its timeless and unique collection of puzzles, this super-sized book is sure to delight long-time puzzle stalwarts and new enthusiasts alike.