Have to tell you I have completed this crossword myself for the first time - but have to thank Lie-in-King and others who have helped me understand cryptics better!
head not working today 1down message recieved 5letters --g-r 2down creative idea 10 letters --a-n-h-l- 4down most avid 7 letters --e-e-- and 16 across voice with a quavering quality 7 letters --e-o-o...