Cryptic crossword

Cryptic crosswords are a particular type of crossword which have become widely popular in the UK, and several other Commonwealth nations such as Australia, New Zealand and India. Each individual clue is a word puzzle in and of itself (often involving anagrams).

Compilers

The Times

• Adrian Bell was the first to set The Times Crossword from 1930 - the first regular crossword to appear in a British newspaper - and was one of those responsible for establishing its distinctive cryptic style.

The Guardian

The Guardian newspaper features cryptic crosswords set by the following compilers, among others.

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• Araucaria
• Bunthorne
• Chifonie
• Enigmatist
• Janus
• Paul
• Rufus
• Shed

The Atlantic Monthly

• Emily Cox and Henry Rathvon

Harper's

• Richard E. Maltby Jr.

Games Magazine

• Mike Selinker