It’s the last puzzle of the year at Datalexic, so prepare to go “Circling Back” on a loop-de-loop ride in this tricky offering! I’m really happy with the wacky theme and the vibe I was able to get on the clues this time. Delving into more interesting cluing angles that speak to me has been a journey, as I’ve always focused first on accuracy and accessibility; I hope I was able to deliver on both here.
Some news: I had another New York Times crossword published a couple of days ago! Read more about it on that day’s Wordplay column, which itself mentions a fun announcement: The AVCX, an indie crossword publication that I love—and which gave me my start as a constructor—is expanding its offerings! The Kickstarter is now live, so go check it out and snap up some rewards. I’m honored to play a part in helping more constructors get their puzzles in front of a wider audience, and I hope the crossword community enjoys these new creations.
See you next year, with some changes as well to the monthly offering here… Stay tuned!