Expert crossword solver & setter Tim Moorey seeks to dispel the myth that cryptic crosswords are the preserve of the elite In this easy guide he demonstrates that anyone who enjoys words & word play can learn to solve a cryptic crossword clue With clear pictorially presented explanations for many clues you can revel in the deep satisfaction that comes from finishing cryptic crossword puzzles Designed to apply to the solving of any cryptic crossword this book develops & expands Tim's first book How to Master The Times Crossword & is designed to guide the cryptic crossword beginner to an enriched solving experience Contains 15 new practice puzzles from 15 different newspaper & magazine sources Many new hints & tips to help every solver Greatly expanded lists eg of those all-important abbreviations you should know A completely new demonstration of how one solver tackles a typical daily cryptic Up-to-date sections on the latest help available online eg smartphone & tablet apps In-depth & clear explanations of every clue & puzzle answer Previously published as How To Master The Times Crossword The Times Cryptic Crossword Demystified' This book is a revised & updated version