The Sudoku Break

Make room for a satisfying puzzle break. The Sudoku Break brings together five familiar ways to unwind, focus, and enjoy a little challenge: word searches, Sudoku, criss-cross fill-ins, cryptograms, and mazes. The puzzles move from easy toward moderately challenging, so you can pick a comfortable starting point or choose something that calls for more concentration.

Inside you’ll find 23 word searches, 23 Sudoku puzzles, 22 criss-cross puzzles, 22 cryptograms, and 22 mazes. The collection’s everyday themes—from a tea tray and garden bench to a craft drawer and walking trail—give each activity a relaxed feel. A table of contents helps you find your way around, and a how-to-use page offers a quick introduction.

• Five varieties of puzzles for changing up your downtime
• A gradual range from easy to moderately challenging
• Solutions to all 112 puzzles at the back

Keep a pencil nearby, turn to the puzzle that suits your mood, and enjoy a quiet moment of problem-solving—whether you have time for a quick diversion or a longer session.