Celebrate Black culture and pop history in this unique and engaging collection of crosswords for puzzlers of all skill levels!

“Fun for the soul and a tease for the mind. If puzzles are your favorite way to unwind then these will bring a smile to your face.”
–Josh Johnson, comedian and co-host of The Daily Show

The Original Black Puzzle Experienceâ„¢

BlackCrosswords 1: In Our Own Words is a unique crossword collection that puts Black culture, history, achievements, and influence at the center of the puzzle-solving experience. Created by nationally syndicated crossword constructor Jan Buckner Walker—the creator of the Essence and Ebony crosswords and founder of BlackCrosswords.com—this engaging collection combines entertainment, learning, and cultural celebration in every grid.

Featuring references to figures such as Lorraine Hansberry, N.K. Jemisin, Beyoncé, Barack Obama, Shonda Rhimes, and many more, BlackCrosswords 1 showcases the remarkable breadth of Black contributions across generations. Whether you're solving clues about literature, music, politics, sports, film, or pop culture, each puzzle offers an opportunity to test your knowledge while discovering fascinating new facts.

• Celebrates Black culture, history, and achievements through crossword puzzles
• Designed for puzzlers of all experience levels
• Combines learning, trivia, and puzzle-solving in one engaging experience
• Great for independent solving, family fun, or educational enrichment

A perfect gift for crossword lovers, trivia fans, educators, and lifelong learners, BlackCrosswords 1 offers a fun and meaningful way to celebrate Black history, culture, and achievement—one clue at a time.