SEPTEMBER 7, 2026

First Cryptic

And now for something completely different: my first-ever cryptic crossword puzzle has just been published by Cryptic Crossweird. It’s behind a paywall, but a subscription to CC is well worth it for cryptic solvers.

Here’s an introduction to cryptic crosswords for those interested in learning to solve them. It takes practice, so don’t give up too easily!

AUGUST 1, 2026

Accidents Will Happen

Abstract light pattern in red and white.

JUNE 7, 2026

DECCA/Majestic

Two decaying 78 RPM records lying in desert sand, with labels DECCA and Majestic.

MAY 25, 2026

Shards

Shards of glass, asphalt, and wood lie on concrete pad in desert sand, lit by sunrise.

MAY 20, 2026

Shatter in Place

Abandoned truck in desert landscape. Its windows are broken, but some pieces cling together in their original location.

MAY 17, 2026

Floor Treatment

Whole and broken floor tiles lit by sunrise.

MAY 14, 2026

Shards

Shards of peeling material lit by rising sun.

I guess this is turning into a thing…

MAY 13, 2026

Owner’s guide

An F-250 owner's guide sits atop an overturned truck in desert landscape.

MAY 10, 2026

Shards and Spikes

Shards of broken glass and bent nails lying on cracked concrete floor, lit by rising sun.

MAY 9, 2026

Shards

Shards of broken glass lying on cracked concrete floor, lit by rising sun.

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