Guardian Quiptic Crosswords: 1

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If you are new to cryptic crosswords or simply short of time, these 'quiptic' crosswords present the perfect challenge. Part quick, part cryptic, they give your brain a thorough workout but are easy enough to complete within a shorter time frame. In this collection of 100 quiptic puzzles from the Guardian's most popular setters - including Arachne, Nutmeg, Hectence, Bonxie, Moley and Beale - and featuring an introduction that provides tips for complete beginners, crossword editor Hugh Stephenson presents an addictive collection that is high on fun, low on frustration.

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Hugh Stephenson is the Guardian's crossword editor and has compiled all of the paper's previous crossword books. He is also the author of Secrets of the Setters, a guide to solving the Guardian crossword.