Simon & Schuster Mega Crossword Puzzle Book #22 (22) (S&S Mega Crossword Puzzles)

I have been solving crossword puzzles since I was a child. I used to watch my Dad work crossword puzzles in the local newspaper, way before computers and the internet. As I got older, my Dad and I would fight over who was going to do that one puzzle. I have been solving crossword puzzles every day for decades. It is my go to activity every morning along with my cup of coffee. I can honestly say that these Mega Simon and Schuster crossword puzzle books have some of the best puzzles I have ever worked. And I have worked alot of them. They are medium to medium hard which I like. If they were too hard I would get too frustrated. I challenge myself by working them in ink, but I have my wite-out close by. So far I have bought 4 of these crossword puzzle books. I plan on buying all that are available. I love the perforated pages and quality of the paper. There are 300 puzzles so you can solve one a day for almost a year. But if you are like me, I do several a day. You may think the price is a little high, but these books are worth the price. By solving crosswords, you gain a wealth of information on alot of different subjects....trivia for sure. It also sharpens your mind, especially as you get older like me. Whether you are new to puzzle solving or a real enthusiast, you will certainly enjoy these crosswords. It can be addictive.

Previous editions' puzzles were far too easy with only a few moderately challenging ones on occasion. This new edition is much more challenging but in a good way. I have to work at it, but I rarely have to look up an answer if I persevere long enough. There is a lot more satisfaction upon completing a puzzle and it keeps the old gray cells exercised.

I bought this for my mom and she loved it. Much more challenging than the one you get in the dollar stores.

Crossword puzzles are proven to improve brain function, memory, and knowledge. It's like a Jeopardy round on paper with subjects like: geography, literature, history, science, sports, movies, tv, food, politics, pop culture, etc. There's also the satisfaction of finishing one (answers are in the back just in case!) Each book has 300 puzzles, keeping you busy every day for nearly a year. I've ordered 22 of them over the years. True story.

I like doing these- they’re challenging without being frustrating. I love having 300 puzzles so one book lasts me awhile. I like that I can tear out sheets if I’m traveling as the book is quite heavy. The only complaint I have is how small the print on the harder puzzles is. I have to use my glasses and a magnifier to be able to see the numbers clearly. This detracts a bit from the enjoyment but this is my second Mega book and I’ll likely get more when it’s done.

These crossword books are a lot of fun. Highly recommend it.

My mom loves crossword puzzles and I’ve been buying her books in this series for a couple of years now. They contain a variety of easier and more difficult puzzles and I’m glad the series is so big so I can send them to her for a long time.

This was a gift, he loves it.

I have been solving these puzzles for years. I enjoy solving them.

As usual great puzzles. I particularly like the theme.

Haven’t started the puzzles yet. Since I have done all of these books from 1 to 21 and have now purchased number 22, it would indicate that I eagerly wait each year for the new book. I have never been disappointed 😊

Think I have done them all, great variety, easy to read

For me the right level of difficulty; paper of good quality; pages tear out cleanly; easy-to-read print; good value.