July 9, 2018 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Cryptic Crossword Research – that PDM

“The Penny Drops”

by Kathryn Friedlander and Philip Fine

Philip Fine and I have just published a second article on cryptic crosswords – this time on the ‘PDM’, and how cryptics might help us, as psychologists, to understand the processes behind insight moments. The link is here and the article is free to read on-line or to download as a pdf.… Continue reading

DT 28786

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28786

Hints and tips by a truly blessed Miffypops

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

Thanks to Chris Lancaster for this tricky puzzle which has much to enjoy. Thanks also to the organisers of The Llangollen International Music Eisteddfod for booking Sir Van Morrison.… Continue reading