I don't have a definite answer. It's possible that Leon is a relatively new or niche author of historical novels, and the clue is intended to challenge your knowledge of less mainstream literary figures.
I have no idea who Leon is in this context. Maybe you need to look for more clues in the crossword to figure it out.
Tom Joad. He is from 'The Grapes of Wrath' which was published in 1939. The story follows the Joad family's journey during the Great Depression.
One of the most famous Nabokov novels is 'Lolita'. It's a controversial yet highly regarded work that tells the story of Humbert Humbert's obsession with a young girl. The novel is known for its complex narrative structure and Nabokov's masterful use of language.
Hard to say exactly. It could be authors who have a special connection to Nevada's culture or have set their stories in the region.
Well, crossword clue poems and novels both deal with language in creative ways. In a crossword clue poem, words are carefully chosen to give clues, just like in a novel where the author carefully selects words to create atmosphere, develop characters, and drive the plot. A crossword clue poem could even be inspired by a novel, perhaps summarizing key elements of the story in a riddle - like form.
Wessex. Hardy often set his novels in the fictional region of Wessex, which was based on the real rural areas of southwestern England.
It could be a novel that details his ascension to the throne. There may be some works that explore how he became king after the abdication of Edward VIII. Maybe there's a little - known historical novel out there that specifically covers this period in relation to George VI.
Suppose the crossword clue in the 'Enigmatic Puzzle' story is 'A building where people pray'. There are many possible answers such as 'church', 'mosque' or 'temple'. It depends on the context of the crossword. If it's a crossword with a more Western - centric theme, 'church' might be more likely. If it's more general or global, all three could be valid answers. You need to look at other intersecting words in the crossword to be more certain.
I'm not sure what the specific crossword clue is in this 'Mysterious Word' story. But generally, you should look for hints like the length of the word, whether it's a noun, verb etc. If it's a clue related to a specific theme, for example, if it's a travel - themed crossword and the clue is 'A place with a lot of sand by the sea', the answer could be 'beach'.