About the Clue Detective
Catherine Eagleson (aka the Clue Detective) is a true wordsmith who has been honing her craft in designing codeword puzzle games for over 20 years. Her passion for creating problems for others to solve is palpable. Piecing together the puzzle grid is also mental workout for her, so it’s a win-win for everyone.
Catherine’s commitment to puzzles is truly inspiring. She takes pride in her meticulous word research, ensuring every puzzle is a treasure trove of new knowledge. Solving a codeword is not just a game but a journey of continuous learning, expanding the puzzler’s vocabulary with each solved puzzle.
Catherine’s Clue Detective Codeword Puzzle Portal has now evolved into a digital resource for public libraries. Catherine extends a warm invitation to join the Clue Detective’s codeword puzzling community, where puzzle enthusiasts can connect, share their experiences, and reap the benefits of this engaging pastime.
Following the COVID pandemic, more people are now grappling with mental ill-health, but the benefits of solving codeword puzzles are even more telling. These brain-teasing activities not only offer a sense of achievement but also serve as a respite, helping to alleviate anxiety. They are also highly entertaining and provide a reassuring reminder that effective ways to cope and build resilience exist.
As warm, welcoming, and safe environments, public libraries are ideal places for promoting the benefits of solving puzzles. Catherine’s research strongly indicates that library patrons can significantly benefit from engaging in this activity. By offering an in-house library program, solving codeword puzzle games can unite patrons in a social atmosphere, fostering friendships, enhancing vocabulary and knowledge building and maintaining good mental health.