Happy Little Puzzles

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2 days ago
1 min

Little-ish Puzzle

If you're learning at least one new thing at the 24-Across / 22-Down cross, please look 'em up! Both are crossworthy in my book.

Matthew Stock

4 days ago
1 min

Puzzle No. 20: "Makeover" (by Sophia Maymudes)

I remember enjoying Sophia's work in #NYTXW before I even started paying attention to bylines, so it's extra cool to publish her work here.

Matthew Stock

Aug 3
1 min

Little-ish Puzzle (with Layla Beckhardt)

Super excited to tag team with Layla Beckhardt on the first Happy Little Puzzle of August! Keep your eyes peeled for more from Layla soon.

Matthew Stock

Jul 31
1 min

Puzzle No. 19: Themeless (by Scott Earl)

I was so excited to see Scott's name pop into my inbox last week, and the puzzle he sent did not disappoint.

Matthew Stock

Jul 29
1 min

BONUS Little-ish Puzzle

Happy hump day! Made this on a whim to celebrate 22-Across and the history she made last night.

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