New York Times Games Night with Wyna Liu

Join Wyna Liu, editor of New York Times Games’ hit word game Connections, for a fun night of wordplay. You’ll get to play Connections live and put your pattern-spotting skills to the test! Plus, Cognoscenti senior editor Cloe Axelson will moderate a conversation with Liu about how she dreams up the words, categories and devious twists that make the game so addictive. Come ready to play, and bring your questions for a lively conversation about the making of one of the world’s most popular puzzle games.

Copies of Liu’s new book “Connections” will be available to purchase from our bookstore partner Lovestruck Books and Cafe and Liu will sign after the games conclude.

About “Connections”

Welcome to the wonderful world of Connections, the hit digital puzzle from New York Times Games — now available in a premium collection, curated by editor Wyna Liu, featuring exclusive puzzles you won't find anywhere else.

Whether you're skilled at spotting patterns or enjoy thinking about words, Connections provides a joyful brain workout with its unique blend of wordplay and logic for puzzlers of every skill level.

Inside you’ll discover:

Never-before-seen Connections with Wyna Liu’s signature twists

Puzzles of varied difficulty – from approachable warm-ups to the trickiest misdirections

Behind-the-scenes insights into delightfully devious words and categories

Unique variations on the classic 4x4 grid format

With a beautifully designed lay-flat format perfect for marking up, Connections provides a quick but rewarding mental challenge and meaningful moments of…well, connection (or competition) with friends and family.

Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts, holiday gatherings, weekend brain-training, or gifting to your game-obsessed friend.

Ways To Save

WBUR’s Legacy Circle, Murrow Society, Sustainers and Members save $5.00 on tickets to this event. To apply the discount to your ticket purchase online, you’ll need to enter a promo code. You can get your code by emailing membership@wbur.org.