Short book (7)

Latest answer — July 16, 2026

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It's a smaller version of a tale that usually captivates! 📖

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Across

  1. 1Rider (10)
  2. 7Less than intellectual (7)
  3. 8North African capital (5)
  4. 10Bludgeon (4)
  5. 11Clamour (8)
  6. 13Ordering of words (6)
  7. 15Starry (6)
  8. 17Acquire by flattery (8)
  9. 18Gobble (up) - large canine (4)
  10. 21Slice into two equal parts (5)
  11. 22Bony arrangement (3,4)
  12. 23Chill! (4,2,4)

Down

  1. 1Welshpool's county (5)
  2. 2Nippy (4)
  3. 3That doesn't matter! (2,4)
  4. 4Unsparing (8)
  5. 5Wild feline (7)
  6. 6Anvil user (10)
  7. 9Retail thief (10)
  8. 12Language in Denpasar (8)
  9. 14Short book (7)
  10. 16Broccoli part (6)
  11. 19Egg producer (5)
  12. 20Eurovision winners 1974, in Brighton (4)

Crossword clues, hints, and answers

Across

  1. 1. Rider (10) — Answer: POSTSCRIPT. Hint: Sometimes added to a letter or message, this can give a little extra thought at the end! ✍️
  2. 7. Less than intellectual (7) — Answer: LOWBROW. Hint: Think of someone who prefers the simpler things in life, not too high-minded! 🎡
  3. 8. North African capital (5) — Answer: TUNIS. Hint: This city is known for its rich history and proximity to ancient ruins! 🌍
  4. 10. Bludgeon (4) — Answer: COSH. Hint: This tool may not be for fixing things, but it sure can make an impact! 🔨
  5. 11. Clamour (8) — Answer: BALLYHOO. Hint: This word describes an extravagant fuss or commotion, often used in showbiz! 🎉
  6. 13. Ordering of words (6) — Answer: SYNTAX. Hint: It's the set of rules that governs how sentences are formed! 📚
  7. 15. Starry (6) — Answer: ASTRAL. Hint: Think about something related to the cosmos and celestial bodies! ✨
  8. 17. Acquire by flattery (8) — Answer: INVEIGLE. Hint: Sometimes charm can be a sneaky way to get what you want! 😉
  9. 18. Gobble (up) - large canine (4) — Answer: WOLF. Hint: Think of a wild animal known for its howling and pack behavior! 🐺
  10. 21. Slice into two equal parts (5) — Answer: HALVE. Hint: When you cut something right down the middle, you do this! ✂️
  11. 22. Bony arrangement (3,4) — Answer: RIBCAGE. Hint: Think of the protective structure that houses your heart and lungs! 🦴
  12. 23. Chill! (4,2,4) — Answer: TAKEITEASY. Hint: Sometimes the best advice is to slow down and relax a bit! 😌

Down

  1. 1. Welshpool's county (5) — Answer: POWYS. Hint: This scenic region is known for its beautiful hills and historic towns! 🏞️
  2. 2. Nippy (4) — Answer: SPRY. Hint: Think of someone quick and lively, even in chilly weather! ❄️
  3. 3. That doesn't matter! (2,4) — Answer: SOWHAT. Hint: When someone brushes off your concerns, they might say this! 🤷
  4. 4. Unsparing (8) — Answer: RUTHLESS. Hint: Think of someone who shows no mercy in their actions! 😈
  5. 5. Wild feline (7) — Answer: PANTHER. Hint: Think of a sleek, stealthy big cat roaming the jungle! 🐆
  6. 6. Anvil user (10) — Answer: BLACKSMITH. Hint: Think of someone who shapes metal for a living! 🔨
  7. 9. Retail thief (10) — Answer: SHOPLIFTER. Hint: Think of someone who sneaks items from a store without paying! 🛍️
  8. 12. Language in Denpasar (8) — Answer: BALINESE. Hint: This language is spoken on the island famous for its rice paddies and vibrant culture! 🌾
  9. 14. Short book (7) — Answer: NOVELLA. Hint: It's a smaller version of a tale that usually captivates! 📖
  10. 16. Broccoli part (6) — Answer: FLORET. Hint: This little piece is often found in a veggie medley! 🥦
  11. 19. Egg producer (5) — Answer: OVARY. Hint: Think of where life begins inside a female body! 🥚
  12. 20. Eurovision winners 1974, in Brighton (4) — Answer: ABBA. Hint: This iconic pop group brought a catchy tune and flashy outfits to the stage! 🎤

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The answer to “Short book (7)” in the The Guardian Quick crossword is NOVELLA — a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 16, 2026, a Thursday puzzle, at 14-Down. Below you'll find why that fill fits, every other answer we've recorded for this clue, and links into the puzzle it came from.

“Short book (7)” answer

NOVELLA (7 letters)

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Why the answer is NOVELLA

It's a smaller version of a tale that usually captivates! 📖

When else has “Short book (7)” appeared?

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July 16, 2026 (most recent) → NOVELLA. We haven't indexed another appearance of this exact clue yet.

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What is the answer to “Short book (7)”?

The answer is NOVELLA, a 7-letter word. It most recently appeared in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 16, 2026.

How many letters is the answer to “Short book (7)”?

7 letters: NOVELLA.

When did this clue appear?

Most recently in the The Guardian Quick crossword on July 16, 2026 (a Thursday puzzle), at 14-Down.

Can “Short book (7)” have a different answer?

Yes — The Guardian Quick sometimes reuses a clue with a different solution to fit the grid. The answers we've recorded for each date it appeared are listed above when available.

Where can I find the rest of this day's Guardian Quick answers?

The full grid for July 16, 2026 is on the Guardian Quick answers page, with every clue and answer from that puzzle.

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