Become a Puzzle Digest Crossword Creator
Have you ever created your own crossword?
We’re inviting readers to submit original crosswords for possible publication. All crosswords must use one of the official grids below.
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Selected Creator puzzles will appear in a future issue with full credit to the setter. If you’ve ever wanted to see your name in print — this is your opportunity.
Choose Your Official Grid
To keep things fair and consistent, all submissions must use one of our official Puzzle Digest crossword grids. Click to download your chosen grid below and start building your crossword.
Perfect for standard daily-style crosswords and first-time creators
Standard
15 × 15 Grids
Click links below to download PDF
Grid 1 – Classic Layout (PD15-01)
Grid 2 – Compact Layout (PD15-02)
Grid 3 – Balanced Layout (PD15-03)
Grid 4 – Segmented Layout (PD15-04)
Grid 5 – Open Layout (PD15-05)
For experienced setters looking for a bigger challenge
Monster Feature
23 x 23 Grids
Click links below to download PDF
Monster Grid 1 (PDM23-01)
Monster Grid 2 (PDM23-02)
These larger crosswords may be considered for special feature placement.
Download your grid and start creating → then scroll down to submit it.
Submission Guidelines
Before submitting, please ensure:
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You use one of the official grids provided
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Your crossword is your own original work
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The grid is fully completed with all correct answers filled in
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All Across and Down clues are included
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Maximum two submissions per person per month
How to Submit
Submit your completed crossword via email to:
You may also post printed entries to:
Puzzle Digest
The Quadrus Centre
Woodstock Way
Boldon Business Park
Boldon Colliery
NE35 9PF
What Happens Next?
Our editorial team reviews submissions on an ongoing basis. Selected creator crosswords will be published in a future issue, credited with your name and town and highlighted as an Official Creator Puzzle.
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Due to the number of submissions we may receive, not all puzzles can be published.