Coffee Break - by Patrick Merrell & Helene Hovanec (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Wake up your brain with this engaging collection of word puzzles, trivia, history, and quotes about the fascinating world of coffee.

"For coffee lovers, what better way is there to perk up your day than with a puzzle from these two pros and a great cup of java?" --Will Shortz, Crossword Editor, The New York Times

Take the ultimate coffee break by enjoying a cup of java, stepping away from a screen, and solving a few brainteasers while learning about the world's most popular beverage. This addictive activity book includes a blend of 40 original coffee-themed word puzzles, sudoku, crosswords, word searches, acrostics, mazes, quizzes, and more from renowned puzzle makers and authors Helene Hovanec and Patrick Merrell, plus facts and trivia about the history of coffee around the world. Pour yourself a cup, sit back, and savor the fun!

Review Quotes

"For coffee lovers, what better way is there to perk up your day than with a puzzle from these two pros and a great cup of java?"--Will Shortz, Crossword Editor, The New York Times

"When I think about [crossword] constructors who have completely original ideas, Patrick is the first person who comes to mind."--Christina Iverson, The New York Times

About the Author

Patrick Merrell is a cartoonist, puzzle maker, and author whose work has appeared in hundreds of publications. He is a regular contributor to The New York Times crossword, the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, and the World Puzzle Championship, and was twice nominated for the National Cartoonists Society's Silver Reuben Award for Variety Entertainment. His puzzle books include Coffee Break, Bird Brainteasers and Barnyard Games & Puzzles. He lives in Pineville, North Carolina. Find him online at patrickmerrell.com.

Helene Hovanec is the author of many puzzle books, including Barnyard Games & Puzzles and Coffee Break. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.