There are millions of crossword solvers who think they're pretty good. Now they have a chance to see just how they measure up to the toughest crosswords ever published in the New York Times. The legendary Times crossword editor has combed through literally thousands of puzzles to collect the most diabolical mind-twisters he's ever published. The New York Times Will Shortz's Extreme Crosswords features a challenge like no other: a brand-new, never published Sunday-size puzzle that's more devilish than anything Shortz has ever worked on before. Solvers who correctly solve the completed puzzle will receive a "Master Solver's Certificate" from Will himself. Features: *75 of the toughest-ever crosswords from the Times plus a giant bonus puzzle unlike any solvers have seen before *Edited by and with an introduction from Will Shortz *Follows in the footsteps of previous successful "Will Shortz"-branded crossword books.

Are you tough enough? Only for the bravest crossword solvers, this collection contains 75 fiendish Saturday puzzles! Put your solving skills to the ultimate test and see if you're tough enogh for these devious puzzles. Features: -Seventy-five of the Times' toughest puzzles -Portable format is perfect for travel or solving at home -Edited by the biggest name in crosswords, Will Shortz.

The New York Times Sunday crossword puzzles are the standard by which all others are judged. And they're now available in a compact, portable format perfect for solving anywhere! So grab a pencil and prepare to be delighted! With: * 75 of the best Sunday Times crosswords * Convenient, affordable trade paperback * Edited by crossword legend Will Shortz

Many solvers love crosswords not just for the intellectual challenge, the vocabulary building, or the sheer fun of solving, but because crosswords help them attain an almost Zen-like state of mental relaxation. Every question has an answer and everything falls in its proper place. Features: -75 relaxing Times crosswords from easy to hard, perfect for solvers of all skill levels -Portable format is perfect for travel or solving at home -Edited by the biggest name in crosswords, Will Shortz.

Whether you're just beginning your crossword career or are an old pro who enjoys the trill of blazing through an easy puzzle, The New York Times Sunny Crosswords is sure to provide hours of fun. Features: -75 of the Times' easiest puzzles -Portable format is perfect for travel or solving at home -Edited by the biggest name in crosswords, Will Shortz.

This last book in the series provides solvers of all skill levels a chance to take on some of the New York Times' best crosswords. Features: * 150 easy to hard New York Times crosswords * Fun for solvers of all skill levels * Edited by Will Shortz

The second book of the series, Mellow Crosswords, packs hours of easy puzzling fun into a portable package. Features: * 150 easy to medium levelNew York Times crosswords * Portable and perfect for solving on the go * Edited by the #1 man in American crosswords, Will Shortz