A new puzzle book with a hundred puzzles is exciting. It is also easy to rush through twenty in the first weekend and then never pick it up again. A little pacing keeps the fun going for months.
Decide on a rhythm
One puzzle a day finishes a hundred-puzzle book in just over three months. Two or three a week makes it last most of the year. Choose a pace that fits your routine and stick to it loosely.
Mix easy and hard
Puzzles are not all equal. If you hit a tough one, it is fine to skip ahead and come back later. Alternating harder puzzles with easier ones keeps you from getting stuck and discouraged.
Use a bookmark and a date
Write the date at the top of each puzzle you complete. Flipping back through the dates gives you a satisfying record and shows how your speed improves.
Stop while it is still fun
The best moment to close the book is when you still want one more. Ending on a high note means you look forward to the next session instead of dreading it.
Have a second book ready
When you are near the end, pick your next book so the habit never breaks. Switching themes or puzzle types keeps things fresh.
Line up your next read in our puzzle book collection.