The New York Times Greatest Hits of Monday Crossword Puzzles
✓ Product data checked October 30, 2026
This portable paperback collects 100 Monday puzzles from The New York Times, the easiest day of the week, edited by crossword editor Will Shortz. It is part of a day-of-the-week series, so a solver can move on to harder days later. The format fits in a bag for a commute or a waiting room. Rated 4.7 across 1,500 reviews on Amazon US, at about $7.
Why it makes a good gift
Best for : Someone who does the crossword on their phone every morning.
Best occasion : Christmas, a birthday.
Why it works : A paper crossword book is a small screen-free pleasure, and Monday puzzles let a beginner finish one with a pencil and a coffee instead of giving up.
Avoid if : They already solve Friday and Saturday puzzles; a harder volume suits them better.
For
Him, Her, Retirement, Friend
Budget
$ — Budget-friendly
Frequently asked questions
How hard are the puzzles?
They are Monday puzzles, the easiest of the week at The New York Times.
How many puzzles are inside?
100.
Who edited them?
Will Shortz.
