We prefer challenging crosswords with themes…especially humorous wordplay themes. Please provide a brief theme explanation with title and blurb with submitted puzzle. Query themes before construction when possible. Try to limit theme queries to one per day. We are also accepting a limited number of unthemed challengers with low word counts in all sizes.

Email submissions only (no snail mail): (Crossdown, Crossword Compiler, Across Lite)

At this time we are only accepting submissions from published constructors with US or Canadian mailing addresses.

Avoid:

• Esoterica
• Disparaging words
• Religious/political puns
• Excessive 3-letter-word count
• Repeat-word themes
• Unusual foreign words
• Large black-square blocks in the grid

SIZE	MAX. WORDS	RATE
15x15	76	$75
17x17	98	$110
19x19	126	$150
21x21	142	$200

John M. Samson, Editor

Email: Jsamson001 AT gmail.com