Volume 2: Pre-Order Now!
Enjoying Volume One and looking for more? series? The wait is almost over. Volume 2 comes out on June 6th, just in time for Juneteenth. Be the first to grab it!
Relax. Unwind. Engage Your Mind.
BlackCrosswords: In Our Own Words is here to delight and lightly challenge all lovers of our rich, amazing culture. Both new solvers and puzzle lovers enjoy exploring and celebrating a broad array of topics, including Black history, pop culture, trivia, traditions, wisdom and more. Founded by Jan Buckner Walker, the creator of the Ebony and Essence crosswords who pioneered the genre, BlackCrosswords is the premier provider of crosswords for people of color.
BlackCrosswords has been endorsed by luminaries including Emmy Award-winning and NAACP-nominated comedian Josh Johnson, who is best known as host of The Daily Show and the most prolific comedian of our day, who observed that the series provides important relief during trying times. The series has also received praise from USA Today Crossword editor Erik Agard and Huffington Post Deputy Managing Editor Phil Lewis.
THE BLACKCROSSWORDS EXPERIENCE
What is the BlackCrosswords experience? There’s nothing quite like a quiet moment when you can pair a good cup of hot tea, your favorite brew or a glass of wine with an enjoyable diversion that brings a smile to your face as it gently stimulates your mind. Dive into the uniquely comfortable challenge and rich cultural world of BlackCrosswords: In Our Own Words.
This book series is an unapologetic celebration of the Culture — fun and relaxation steeped in reminiscence and introduction to knowledge we crave. Each puzzle is accompanied by an insightful quotation worth remembering and sharing with family and friends.
BlackCrosswords is mind-tickling, not brain-busting. We appreciate the robust challenge that the New York Times crossword brings, but we’re not doing that. We’re providing a decidedly moderate challenge, promising cultural pride, smiles, relaxation and even occasional laughter.
FEATURES, BENEFITS AND IMPACT
- DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF THE CULTURE BlackCrosswords focuses on our historical and current pop culture greatness, reminding us of why we are the heartbeat of the culture of the world.
- SELF-CARE AND REJUVENATION We are more than just strength, struggle, and social action to combat the assault on our psyches brought on by current events — we require and deserve a diversion that generates joy and provides relaxation.
- REPRESENTATION MATTERS In a world of crosswords in which this classic American pastime has traditionally largely excluded or overlooked Blackness, the BlackCrosswords series isn’t just inclusive — it centers the Culture.
- THE QUOTES… IN OUR OWN WORDS Every puzzle is served with side of quotable wisdom — food for thought and reflection.
