Cryptic Crossword Books Giveaway: SMH and The Age

Win Two Cryptic Crossword Books from The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age

Think you can crack Australia’s trickiest clues? These cryptic crossword books gather the very best puzzles from the creators behind Australia’s premier cryptic crosswords, and they are ready to put your wits to the test.

About the cryptic crossword books

The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age are Australia’s most respected and widely read newspapers. Alongside their world-class journalism, both mastheads are famous for the extensive selection of crosswords they publish daily, in print and online.

Now the best of those puzzles are collected in two paperback editions. Whether you’re a seasoned solver who loves a devious anagram or a beginner keen to learn the cryptic ropes, you’ll find hours of clever, satisfying challenges between the covers.

Why you’ll love these cryptic crossword books

Cryptic puzzles reward clever thinking, and these collections are packed with it. Each book features:

• A hand-picked selection of the very best cryptic puzzles
• Clues crafted by Australia’s leading crossword creators
• Plenty of head-scratching fun for solvers of every level

Cryptic crosswords are also a great way to keep your mind sharp. Keep one book for yourself and share the other with a fellow puzzle lover, or save both for a long weekend.

Publication details

• Publisher: Macmillan Australia
• Format: Paperback
• Publication date: 27 October 2026
• RRP: $17.99 each

Win a copy of both books, valued at $36.

Enter today for your chance to take home the pair. Sharpen your pencil, warm up your lateral thinking and get ready to solve. These cryptic crossword books are sure to keep you guessing well into the new year.

How to Enter the Giveaway

Entering couldn’t be simpler. Email competition@thegoldcoastmagazine.com with your full name and contact details,  and you’ll be in the running to win these two fabulous crossword books.