Bringing Wordplay Lovers Together
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Hi, I'm John Halpern!
I’m the UK's Number 1 crossword setter, writing for The Times, Telegraph, FT, Independent and perhaps most famously for The Guardian under the pseudonym ‘Paul'.
I am passionate about having everyone fall in love with the fun of wordplay, and believe that honing wordplay skills can contribute to keeping your brain healthy and active.
in the media
See My TED Talk Video
PRODUCTS AND EVENTS
One-on-one Virtual Tuition
On cryptic crossword writing from John Halpern
eBook Best of "Paul" Crosswords: 1999 to 2003
Includes - never seen before - the very first letter to Paul from Araucaria.
Only the best puzzles, as chosen by ‘Paul’ from the Guardian archive.
Comments on those puzzles by ‘Paul’ - the thinking behind the puzzles.
Personalised Bespoke Gifts
Personalised Crosswords for your friends or family members