The 15 million Americans who do crossword puzzles know that it's far more than just a hobby. Zen and the Art of Crossword Puzzles is a fun and philosophical look at this beloved pastime-from why we love crossword puzzles and how they benefit us in unexpected ways- to puzzle solving as a spiritual practice and how that practice contributes to our self-awareness and personal growth. Inside you'll find:

• Yoga for the brain-the link between crosswords and mental agility
• Pen or pencil?-a profound choice
• It takes a village-building community with crosswords
• Puzzle gurus-interviews with renowned crossword creators

Each chapter opens with a puzzle, luring puzzle fans into a crossword journey rich with meaning and magic. The first book of its kind, Zen and the Art of Crossword Puzzles is sure to be a hit with crossword puzzle lovers everywhere.

Nikki Katz is an experienced puzzle solver with a degree in aerospace engineering. She has a keen knowledge of ciphers, decoding, creating new codes, and placing content into code. She has authored The Everything Card Games Book and The Everything Cryptograms Book.