Mystery League ✈️ New York City

This is an incredible video by someone who wrote his own typography software in order to build “anagraphs” — which are anagrams, but where you can also break up letters into component parts and re-build them into new letters.

At the end of this article is a list of generous folks who are willing to help new constructors break into the field. If you are thinking of getting into the puzzle-writing, now’s the time. My name’s not on that list but I’d be happy to be anyone’s mentor, just drop me a note by replying to this email.

After many years of practice, I finally feel like I can approach a cryptic crossword with confidence instead of cowering in fear. This study suggests that it’s not just practice that makes one a good cryptic solver, but also “a leaning towards maths, science and code-cracking and a strong desire to engage your brain even in your leisure time.”