1997 Features
12/29/97
- New Year's Crossword by Will DaBeed
Ring out the old and ring in the new with this themed cryptic crossword.
12/22/97
- Yuletide Crossword by Will DaBeed
A seasonal cryptic crossword from one of Santa's favorite puzzle creators.
12/08/97
- The Crossword Chronicles #5
The Battle of the Crosswords! ...and more news that's fit to puzzle.
11/24/97
- Cryptic Crossword by Bob Stigger
A published puzzle constructor shares an entertaining puzzle with us.
11/17/97
- The Crossword Diner
Juan A. Cross files a puzzling report from downtown Cruciverbia's popular hangout.
10/27/97
- The Crossword Chatroom
The Crossword Chatroom has arrived where I'll be hosting regular chat sessions for puzzle fans.
10/20/97
- The Crossword Chronicles #4
This publication is dedicated to fans of the world's most popular word game. News, reviews, updates, puzzles and more.
10/13/97
- ACCC Summer Segment Wrap-up
Congratulations to the prize winners of the cryptic clue writing competition!
10/06/97
- The About.com Cryptic Contest
Results of the last contest of the Summer Segment.
09/29/97
- The Crossword Chronicles #3
A regular newsletter dedicated to fans of the world's most popular word game.
09/22/97
- The Bookstore (Updated)
Browse new titles that will interest crossword puzzle fans of all ages. Read a review and order online.
09/15/97
- Crooner's Cryptic Crossword
This 11 x 17 crossword has an interesting bonus feature.
09/08/97
- Will DaBeed's Cryptic Challenge #3
Another cryptic challenge from one of my favorite constructors.
09/01/97
- The Flag's At Half Mast
Diana, Princess of Wales, 1961-1997
08/25/97
- Song Play Crossword
Janet Morrey, an amateur crossword constructor, shares a 21X21, themed puzzle with us.
08/18/97
- Crossword Compiler - In Focus
A review of Antony Lewis' full-featured crossword construction program -powerful enough for the professional constructor and simple enough for the hobbyist. Updated: 11/21/97
08/11/97
- Idiom Savant by Jerry Dunn
Slang as it is slung. A review of a definitive collection of lingo from American subcultures.
08/04/97
- Important Survey: 2 Minutes = 31 Days
Take 2 minutes to fill out this survey and receive free access to Crossword America for one month.
(N.B. Survey is still open but 'free offer' has expired.)
07/27/97
- Will DaBeed's Cryptic Crossword #2
Another cryptic with a bonus clue exclusively yours here at The About.com.
07/20/97
- The Crossword Chronicles #2
A newsletter for the cruciverbalist. Events, puzzles, books and more.
07/13/97
- The Puzzler's Bookstore
I've got more books on the shelves and included a review and/or synopsis of most titles. Come in and browse.
07/06/97
- Quassword Cards
Brian Quass has been creating crosswords for over 20 years. Now he's offering them on greeting cards that can be sent via conventional mail or online.
06/29/97
- The Winners' Circle (ACCC '97-'98)
The winners of the Spring Segment of The About.com Cryptic Contest.
06/22/97
- The ACCC ('97-'98) Summer Segment
The summer segment of the About.com Cryptic Contest ('97-'98) begins today.
06/15/97
- The Crossword Chronicles
A newsletter dedicated to fans of the world's most popular word game.
06/08/97
- The Kids' Corner
Kids who do puzzles have fun while they learn valuable verbal skills.
06/01/97
- Will DaBeed's Cryptic Crossword
A cryptic with a bonus clue from an imaginative clue writer.
05/25/97
- Welcome to 'The Crossword Bookstore'
A preview of the online bookstore for puzzle fans.
05/18/97
- Confessions of a Crossword Constructor - Part Two
Clinton puzzles over Bosnia. An entertaining article from one of America's best puzzle creators, Merl Reagle.
05/11/97
- Confessions of a Crossword Constructor - Part One
Tarzan pans the LA Times daily puzzle. An entertaining article from one of America's best puzzle creators, Merl Reagle.
05/04/97
- Speaking of Language
What happens when bureaucrats try to take the 'go' out of the 'lingo'.
04/27/97
- The About.com Cryptic Contest (ACCC)
A weekly clue-writing contest with prizes for the winning entries.
04/20/97
- Crossword Construction
Have you ever tried to create a crossword puzzle? There are programs and people who can help.
04/13/97
- Online Newspaper Crosswords - Canada & Overseas
Puzzles courtesy of the international press.
04/06/97
- Online Newspaper Crosswords - United States
Puzzles courtesy of the American press.
03/30/97
- An Introduction To Diagramless Crosswords
Patrick Jordan introduces us to diagramless puzzle solving.
03/23/97
- Across Lite® - An In-depth Review
A puzzle program that makes on screen solving a pleasure.
03/16/97
- On-line Crossword Formats
An introduction to the various puzzle formats on the World Wide Web.
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