Venerable New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz was recently schooled on the meaning of "Illin'," sending shockwaves through the close-knit puzzler community. He's learned his lesson, if Sunday's crossword puzzle is any indication.

In case you were wondering, xoJane writer Julieanne Smolinski prefers not to be punched in the head during sex. She knows a lot of people who are into it, though. So if you're into punching during sex, don't have sex with Julieanne, but maybe ask her for a referral.

When freelance writer Julieanne Smolinski noticed what she thought was an error in Saturday's New York Times crossword puzzle (PDF), she shot off an email to the corrections line. To her surprise, the Times' crossword puzzle editor responded, and the Great New York Times Crossword Puzzle Illin' Debate was born.