Monthly Archives: March 2014

Women and Crossword Construction, Part 2: The Themeless Situation

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Amy Reynaldo

C.C. Burnikel suggested another discussion topic: “The themeless puzzles are dominated by male constructors. I wonder why other woman constructors are not making them.” Our most prolific female themeless/freestyle puzzle-makers include Karen Tracey (a regular in the Washington Post’s Post … Continue reading →

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Friday, March 7, 2014

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Amy Reynaldo

It’s here! American Crossword Puzzle Tournament time is here! If you’re interested in following the standings as they develop, start checking http://www.crosswordtournament.com/2014/index.htm beginning on Saturday afternoon. My “training” for this year’s ACPT consisted of doing the occasional cryptic, variety puzzle, … Continue reading →

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Women and Crossword Construction, Part 1: Why the underrepresentation?

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Amy Reynaldo

The spotlight is on women in the crossword business this week, as we head towards David Steinberg’s Saturday-evening presentation about the Pre-Shortzian Puzzle Project and women’s contributions to the New York Times crossword over the decades. I don’t know what … Continue reading →

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Thursday, March 6, 2014

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Amy Reynaldo
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2013 Orca Awards – Best Crossword Nominees

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Sam Donaldson

Now that the Oscars are so five minutes ago, it’s time to get excited for the 2013 Orca Awards, coming to Diary of a Crossword Fiend on Wednesday, March 19! As in prior years, the Orcas will honor excellence in … Continue reading →

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Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Amy Reynaldo
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MGWCC #300

Posted on March 4, 2014 by joon
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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Amy Reynaldo
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Monday, March 3, 2014

Posted on March 2, 2014 by pannonica
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Sunday, March 2, 2014

Posted on March 1, 2014 by Amy Reynaldo
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