CLOCKWORD

The solutions from 1 to 12 are all six-letter words ending with the letter L in the centre. Moving clockwise from 1, the letters in the outer circle will spell out the name of an Oscar-winning British playwright. 1. Drawing implement 2. Tooth covering 3. Journey 4. A scolding, informally 5. Rite 6. Shrill yelp 7. Of aromatic plants 8. Yearly 9. Thrifty 10. Conventional 11. Involve 12. Show