Front cover of BlackCrosswords 2 by Jan Buckner Walker, paperback

BlackCrosswords 2 : In Our Own Words - Jan Buckner Walker

Jan Buckner Walker

£11.99
  • Pages · 112 pages
  • Publication Date · 16/07/2026
  • Genre · Crosswords
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Keep the puzzle party going with more Black culture and pop history with engaging crosswords for solvers of all skill levels-from the nationally syndicated creator of the Ebony and Essence crosswords. Nationally syndicated puzzle creator of the Essence and Ebony crosswords-and founder of BlackCrosswords.com-Jan Buckner Walker returns with a new collection celebrating Black culture and its contributions to pop culture and history. From Lorraine Hansberry and N.K. Jemisin to BeyoncAc, Barack Obama, Motown, and Shonda Rhimes, BlackCrosswords: In Our Own Words Volume 2 spans the legacy of Black Americans across history, sports, literature, music, and politics-with a side of quotable wisdom. Foreword by Josh Johnson, co-host of The Daily ShowHundreds of clues celebrating Black life and achievementPuzzles for every skill levelThe second volume in the original Black puzzle seriesPerfect for Black History Month and year-round solvingSit back, test your knowledge, and learn something new with every clue!

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