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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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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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Sunday, July 21, 2013

Posted on July 20, 2013 by Amy Reynaldo
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Friday, March 22, 2013

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Amy Reynaldo
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Friday, February 22, 2013

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Amy Reynaldo

If you’re attending the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in a couple weeks—whether you’re a first-timer looking to meet congenial people or you’re looking forward to seeing old friends—you’re invited to the annual Cru dinner. Mike Alpern has organized a buffet … Continue reading →

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