The Nefarious Witch Bookmark is a popular accessory among fans of fantasy and witchcraft. This bookmark features a unique design that showcases the mischievous and dark nature of witches. Made from high-quality materials, the Nefarious Witch Bookmark is not only visually appealing but also durable and long-lasting. Its intricate details and vibrant colors make it a standout piece that adds a touch of mystique to any book it graces. The bookmark depicts a witch in a classic pointed hat and flowing cloak, with a wicked grin on her face. Her piercing eyes seem to reveal a hidden knowledge or secret, inviting the reader to delve deeper into the story.
As friends they see each other occasionally at Bay Area puzzle events and otherwise. They worked separately, though, through many different versions, to implement this crossword's ambitious theme.
This puzzle couldn t have happened without Rafa s coding; his stack at 45- and 46-Down and signature colloquial fill at 109-Across are just the cherries on top. It s difficult to hold my short attention span these days, so if I don t cruise through a grid in 15 minutes or so, I get bored and do something else.
Her piercing eyes seem to reveal a hidden knowledge or secret, inviting the reader to delve deeper into the story. The intricate details, such as the curls in her hair and the wrinkles in her skin, add a realistic touch to the design, making the witch appear truly nefarious. Not only is the Nefarious Witch Bookmark aesthetically pleasing, but it also serves a practical purpose.
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Rows: 21, Columns: 21 Words: 140 , Blocks: 78 Missing:
Rebecca Goldstein, of Albany, Calif., is a research scientist at Merck, developing immunotherapies for cancer. Rafael Musa, of San Francisco, is a software engineer at Airbnb. Each has . read more
Rebecca Goldstein, of Albany, Calif., is a research scientist at Merck, developing immunotherapies for cancer. Rafael Musa, of San Francisco, is a software engineer at Airbnb. Each has been published individually in The Times, but this is their first collaboration.
As friends they see each other occasionally at Bay Area puzzle events and otherwise. They worked separately, though, through many different versions, to implement this crossword's ambitious theme.
Constructor notes:REBECCA: What a thrill to see this puzzle in print! The revealer and concept came to me relatively easily, but after a few hours of trying to fill around the double letters by hand, I was . read more
REBECCA: What a thrill to see this puzzle in print! The revealer and concept came to me relatively easily, but after a few hours of trying to fill around the double letters by hand, I was completely stuck. Rafa's coding skills to the rescue! Once we had a promising layout, Rafa ran some code to generate a wordlist with all the possible entries that could work around the double letters. We filled the grid, and ended up deciding that the theme entries could be sparklier, so we started all over. Getting everything to work — after a few more layouts, coded wordlists, and rounds of fill — felt like a miracle. This puzzle couldn't have happened without Rafa's coding; his stack at 45- and 46-Down and signature colloquial fill at 109-Across are just the cherries on top.
RAFA: Beyond excited to be back so soon for another Sunday! I'm always in awe of Rebecca's theme brain, and I was immediately in love with this revealer when she approached me with this theme idea. It was cool to use the knowledge from my software day job to write code to make it easier to fill this grid. Stacked themers are no joke to fill around, so I'm particularly proud of the fun bonus fill we were able to squeeze into this grid, as well as the nods to our Bay Area home at 54-Across and 45-Down.
Jeff Chen notes:I haven't been this delighted by a revealer in quite a while. I was underwhelmed as I solved, given that this "stretched letters" theme type has been done and done and done again, but BIG . read more
I haven't been this delighted by a revealer in quite a while. I was underwhelmed as I solved, given that this "stretched letters" theme type has been done and done and done again, but BIG SHOES TO FILL was such a perfect revealer. HEEL, BOOT, CLOG, FLAT are all literally big shoes — and the solver is filling them in!
Such a smooth solve, too. It's difficult to hold my short attention span these days, so if I don't cruise through a grid in 15 minutes or so, I get bored and do something else. Ooh, something shiny! Hey, it's a squirrel!
Stupid social media and YouTube.
Each pair of themers was solid, and the fill around them was buttery. There was even some spice with PROP BETS, RED DWARF, and the awesome sign-off toward the end: IT'S BEEN REAL. Not once through my solve was I tempted to look at my phone and see what else there was to do.
I did wonder, was having singular shoe and shoe and shoe and shoe weird? Yes. Were four types of singular shoe enough to make it feel thematically dense enough? No. However, as with almost all Sunday 21x21 140-word grids, there will be trade-offs. I bet Rebecca and Rafael could have packed in pairs of singular shoes or added another one or even two types of shoe — check out Jeremy's grid, for example — but that might have sacrificed solving flow. I'd much rather accept lesser density for overall quality.
Well-established theme categories are tough to excel in, but this revealer and the silky execution helped LIFT this one.
Its slim and lightweight design allows it to easily slide between the pages of a book without causing any damage, ensuring that your place is always marked. In addition to its practicality, the Nefarious Witch Bookmark also acts as a conversation starter. Its unique design is bound to catch the attention of fellow bookworms, sparking discussions about the book that it accompanies or simply about the love for all things witchy and magical. Overall, the Nefarious Witch Bookmark is a must-have accessory for anyone who enjoys reading fantasy literature or has an interest in witchcraft themes. Its combination of visual appeal, durability, and practicality makes it the perfect companion for any book lover..
Reviews for "Spellbinding Tales: Stories Unfolding with the Nefarious Witch Bookmark"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really excited about getting the "Nefarious witch bookmark" as I love collecting unique bookmarks. However, I was quite disappointed with this one. The quality of the material used feels cheap and it started falling apart after just a few uses. Additionally, the design looks much better in the pictures than in person. Overall, not worth the price or the hype.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - I bought the "Nefarious witch bookmark" and it was a complete waste of money. The bookmark is flimsy and doesn't hold its place well in the book. It kept slipping out, causing me to lose my page multiple times. The colors on the bookmark were also not as vibrant as advertised, making it look dull and unattractive. I would not recommend this product to anyone.
3. Mike - 2/5 stars - I bought the "Nefarious witch bookmark" as a gift for my sister who loves reading. Unfortunately, she was not impressed with it at all. The bookmark is too bulky and doesn't fit nicely between the pages of a book. The metal edges were also a concern as they felt sharp and could potentially damage the book. It was not a good purchase and I would advise looking for a better bookmark option.