Get out your pencils (or pens, if you're brave) because today we're talking to word nerd and New York Times approved puzzle constructor, Jess Shulman, about her hobby and passion; CROSSWORDS! We learn the ups and downs of building a really good crossword puzzle, the beauty of a clever crossword theme, the difference between a regular crossword and a cryptic one, and why 'Oreo' is the crossword builder's favourite cookie. Plus, the best publishers in the biz, some clue-writing rules that may help your solving skills, the excitement and challenge of crossword tournaments, and the most famous crossword celebrities.

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