NYT Connections hints and answers for April 12 puzzle #1036 – Elite Guide

NYT Connections hints for April 12 puzzle ↑ 1036

The New York Times rolled out its daily Connections challenge on April 12, and solvers are scrambling for the latest NYT Connections hints. Below we break down the four categories, reveal the hidden links, and present the official answers.

“The puzzle’s theme this week leans toward classic literature,” a source told Reuters.

The first group clusters authors of 19th‑century novels, the second gathers terms tied to maritime trade, the third aligns with iconic board games, and the final set captures elements of seasonal festivals. The solution grid confirms the quartet: Brontë, Dickens, Eliot, Hawthorne for literature; cargo, dock, fleet, harbor for trade; chess, checkers, go, backgammon for games; and spring, summer, autumn, winter for festivals. For enthusiasts seeking a deeper dive, Bloomberg’s puzzle‑analysis column offers a comparative look at this week’s difficulty curve. Keep this guide handy for tomorrow’s challenge.

Reported by: Donovan Trent

Global Sports Analytics Director