Why Drop Quotes? The "Logic" Crossword
Drop Quotes (also known as Drop Phrases) challenge players to "drop" letters from a column above into the correct grid square below to form a hidden quote. They require deduction and vocabulary, making them highly addictive.
Pro Tip: These puzzles take up more vertical space than others. Market your book as "Large Print" or "Easy on the Eyes" to attract seniors who prefer uncrowded pages.
Step-by-Step: Creating Your Drop Quote Book
Choose a Quote Category
Start with a theme. BooksGenie can auto-generate quotes from categories like "Motivational," "Funny," or "Wisdom," or you can upload your own custom text.
Select the pages where to add puzzles
Because Drop Quotes show letters above the grid, they are tall. We recommend 1 puzzle per page for standard quotes, or 2 per page for short proverbs.
Select the pages where to place the solutions
BooksGenie generates the completed grid as the answer key. These are usually recommended to be placed at the end of the book.
Customize the pages and puzzles
Adjust the difficulty. You can choose to pre-fill a few random letters in the grid to help players get started ("Starter Letters"), which is great for "Easy" difficulty books.
Generate and download
Click "Generate." The AI breaks your quotes into columns, sorts the letters alphabetically at the top, and formats the puzzle perfectly for print.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the quotes copyright free?
Yes, BooksGenie uses a curated database of public domain quotes (authors deceased 70+ years) or unique AI-generated proverbs.
Can I edit the grid style?
Yes, you can change the colors, font of the letters and the thickness of the grid lines to match your book's aesthetic.
What is the best trim size?
8.5" x 11" is standard. Since Drop Quotes are vertical, this size gives you the most room for the letter columns above the grid.
