Big news this week: I have a new public game launching soon! In collaboration with my sister and an incredibly talented artist, I’m designing a social justice Passover puzzle game which will be playable at home, at your own pace. You’ll meet a diverse cast of characters as you puzzle your way through some modern plagues, discuss thought-provoking questions, and experience stunning artwork.

While we’re still over a month away from launch, I have an important ask for you now. Synagogues and communities are already planning their Passover programming, and I need your help getting the word out about this game. Can you share our website, escapetheplagues.com, with anyone you know who might be interested in progressive Passover programming? Thanks in advance for your support!

Also, check out this project’s Instagram @escapetheplagues. We’ll be running some fun contests and games over the coming weeks, including an opportunity to contribute some content to the game.

Last fall, I had the opportunity to design a set of puzzles for an ambitious project from Art of Play - a new 128-page journal exploring art, curiosity, and wonder. TANGRAM is available for purchase now!

Everything about this journal is gorgeous, from the in-depth feature articles on six inspirational artists to the exposed coptic binding and quality printing. The puzzles I designed are rather untraditional: hidden in plain sight throughout the main content, each puzzle mechanic is inspired by the processes of one of the featured artists. Once you’ve solved all six puzzles, you’ll be led on a final transformative adventure.

This is the first time my puzzles are in print, and I’m absolutely delighted with the result. If you pick up a copy, let me know what you think of the puzzles! (And DM me if you need any hints.)