Here lies a puzzle that was too esoteric for mainstream-land. I’m still going to hold onto the seed at 19A and try and use it somewhere that DOES go out to the wider world, because I think it’s a cool word that can be clued fairly. (It is also a word that describes me.)

Tough as Nails Themeless #80 – Across Lite

I’ve been experimenting a bit with pinwheel-esque grids lately. Hope you enjoy this one!

Tough as Nails Themeless #79 – Across Lite

This closes out year 3 of Tough as Nails. Whether or not you’ve been along for the ride, please pre-order the book! There are 18 new puzzles in the mix.

Thanks as always for solving!

Tough as Nails Themeless #78 – Across Lite

Enjoy!

Tough as Nails Themeless #77 – Across Lite

The library is open, darling. OFFICIALLY!

Tough as Nails Themeless #76 – Across Lite

I see 1-Across everywhere I go, it seems, so here’s a puzzle!

Tough as Nails Themeless #75 – Across Lite

This one is probably not as hard as usual. I submitted it to a mainstream pub and it was turned down, but I think it’s more than good enough to share. Hope you like it!

Tough as Nails Themeless #74 – Across Lite

I’m from Philadelphia originally, so it shouldn’t be too hard to figure out what jawn was my seed here.

Tough as Nails Themeless #73 – Across Lite

I don’t have much to say about this one except: Have at it!

Tough as Nails Themeless #72 – Across Lite

This one’s been rejected twice. I think it’s a damn good puzzle anyway, so here you go.

Tough as Nails Themeless #71 – Across Lite