Crossword clue

“Novelist Quindlen who wrote "One True Thing"”

This clue appeared as 15-Across in the NYT Crossword on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The answer has 4 letters.

Answer · 4 lettersFirst appearance

ANNA

Letters4

Starts withA

Ends withA

Vowels2

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About this clue

The clue “Novelist Quindlen who wrote "One True Thing"” ran in the NYT Crossword on January 15, 2026 as 15-Across. Its answer is a 4-letter word that starts with A and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Novelist Quindlen who wrote "One True Thing"” clue?+

The answer is ANNA (4 letters), from the NYT Crossword of January 15, 2026.

Where has this clue appeared?+

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