Crosswords and word games Books
HarperCollins Publishers Sunday Times Cryptic Crossword Book 3
Book SynopsisChallenge your brain power with these fun crossword puzzles.A compilation of 100 cryptic crosswords from The Sunday Times, one of the greatest crossword puzzle challenges. These brainteasers will test all cryptic crossword lovers to the limit!Our language, with its tens of thousands of words, intricate grammatical construction and quirky idiomatic phrases, has proved an almost inexhaustible source for cryptic clues. Foreign words are constantly being absorbed into our language, into our dictionaries and then into crossword puzzles.All the puzzles are set out in an easy-to-use, double-page spread to view layout, with all the solutions clearly laid out at the back of the book.
£7.59
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords 4
Book SynopsisThis bumper collection of puzzles from the pages of The Telegraph will provide hours of entertainment.With plenty of cryptic clues to decode and over 200 puzzles, The Telegraph Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords 4 is the perfect compilation to get your brain into gear.The fourth title in the best-selling Telegraph big cryptic crosswords series, with all new puzzles for 2019.Perfect for long-time puzzle enthusiasts and crossword novices alike.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Crosswords The Times 2 Jumbo Crossword
Book SynopsisChallenge your brain power with these fun crossword puzzles.A super-sized challenge for crossword lovers, selected by the Times2 Crossword Editor John Grimshaw.This Crossword appears weekly in the Saturday edition of The Times. The puzzles offer the same challenge as the Times2 daily crossword but the larger grid packs an extra punch!The clues are also a little more testing than the daily Times2 crossword, to stretch the crossword enthusiast just a bit further, and provide hours of entertainment.
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Codeword 14
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself with word and number puzzles200 brand new compelling and addictive word and number puzzles from The Times. Appearing daily in the newspaper, Codeword is the cracking alternative to Su Doku and Crosswords.The concept is simple: each number represents a letter, so, starting with the solved letters, use your logic and vocabulary to reveal more letters, form words, and then crack the code! The most difficult puzzles for top solvers contain no solved letters so you need to employ all your logical strategies to crack those.The Codeword series is so popular because you don't need any prior knowledge, unlike a crossword. You can just pick up a pen and get puzzling. It steadily increases your vocabulary, as the difficulty slowly grows as you progress through the book, and even though you'll be working your brain, it's the perfect way to unwind.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Quick Crossword Book 27
Book SynopsisChallenge your brain with these enjoyable puzzles.Give your memory a workout, stimulate your brain and hone your general knowledge with 100 definition-only puzzles from The Times.Covering a wide range of topics, from geography to literature, history and culture, this collection will test both your general knowledge and your wordpower.Compiled by the Times2 Crossword Editor, John Grimshaw, these quick accessible puzzles are utterly absorbing and addictive, yet concise enough to be done on the move.Quality is paramount to The Times' crosswords, with clues that are satisfyingly tough, but accurate. This new collection is no different, providing hours of crossword enjoyment and stimulation.
£7.59
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail All New Quick Crosswords 9 The Daily
Book SynopsisGet ready for a brand new collection of quick crossword puzzles from the Daily Mail. With puzzles for all abilities, from novice to seasoned puzzler, there is something here for every crossword fan. Containing 200 all new crosswords, this is the perfect book for the daily commute, a long train journey, or even a cosy evening in.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph GK Quick Crosswords Volume 1 A
Book SynopsisA brand new series from the pages of The Telegraph.Challenge yourself and hone your general knowledge with this brand-new series from The Telegraph.With 100 puzzles designed to stretch your mind and entertain you equally, The Telegraph GK Quick Crosswords Volume 1 is a must for puzzle lovers.
£6.99
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 8 The Telegraph
Book SynopsisStraight from the puzzle pages of The Telegraph comes this 8th edition of quick crosswords.Packed with 150 brand-new puzzles, The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 8 will not only boost your vocabulary but it is guaranteed to provide hours of entertainment and fun, whether at home or on-the-go.This is the ultimate crossword book for beginners and experts alike.
£8.54
Quarto Publishing PLC Extreme Wordle Challenge
Book SynopsisExtreme Wordle Challenge presents a collection of 500 extreme wordle puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to test their skills with a more extreme version of the game.
£7.59
O'Brien Press Ltd Simplex Crosswords Book 6
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£7.50
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Big Book of Quick Crosswords 8
Book SynopsisLose yourself in this latest bumper collection of quick-fire crosswords.Solve the clues and navigate your way to completing these fast and furious crosswords. With over 300 quick-fire crosswords, The Telegraph Big Book of Quick Crosswords 8 is perfect for every puzzle fan.This book is just what you need to get your brain working and keep boredom at bay!
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group The Mirror: Quizwords 1: 150 general knowledge
Book SynopsisCan you name the African musical instrument also known as a thumb piano (5 letters), or the US city in California associated with the strawberry industry (6 letters)? Whether you can or can't, you are going to love the challenge of the Daily Mirror Quizwords! This is a collection of 150 puzzles garnered from the pages of your favourite daily. Ideal for quiz fans and those who like to test their general knowledge in a fun and challenging way.
£7.99
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph PlusWord: The fantastic new puzzle
Book SynopsisPlusWord is the brand new puzzle for lovers of Wordle!Can you complete the grid and find the PlusWord?This is the utterly addictive new puzzle from the pages of the UK's top puzzle paper, The Telegraph. Combining the fun of crosswords with online word-finding puzzles it gives you the best of both worlds to create a fantastic new puzzling experience.Solve the crossword clues and then work out which from the grid can be positioned correctly to form a new five-letter word... there is only one answer!No need to restrict yourself to one a day... there are 150 you can do anytime, anywhere!
£8.54
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Perfect Pocket Puzzles Codewords
Book SynopsisThis book is the latest addition to the Perfect Pocket Puzzles series. Take a well-deserved break with over 150 new codeword puzzles by internationally bestselling author Dr. Gareth Moore.This stylish book of puzzles is designed to help you unwind as you turn your attention to solving the addictive riddles. With over 150 brand new codeword puzzles to crack, this handy pocket-sized book helps you to refocus your mind, improve your word power and take a little time for yourself. Also available: Perfect Pocket Puzzles: Crosswords (9781789294187)Perfect Pocket Puzzles: Word Searches (9781789294200)Perfect Pocket Puzzles: Sudoku (9781789294194)Perfect Pocket Puzzles: Codewords (9781789296068)
£6.99
Union Square & Co. Super Easy Super Tiny Crosswords
Book SynopsisThis collection features 200 super-simple 5x5 crosswords, the same size as The New York Times's popular Mini Crosswords, but much easier and more accessible.
£8.54
Union Square & Co. OfftheWall Word Searches
Book SynopsisThis all-new collection of word searches will offer a wide variety of twists on standard word searches. Some puzzles might have symbols included in the grid (like stars that represent the letters S-T-A-R), some might feature entries that wind through the grid in zigzag lines, some might replace the word list with a set of clues to solveanything goes! But at heart, the puzzles are still accessible, fun word searches that are easy to jump into, even when there's an extra challenge involved.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Times 2 Jumbo Crossword Book 9
Book SynopsisQuiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games.The Times2 Jumbo Crossword is a super-sized challenge for crossword lovers, selected by the Times2 Crossword Editor John Grimshaw.The Times2 Jumbo Crossword appears weekly in the Saturday edition of The Times. The puzzles offer the same challenge as The Times2 daily crossword but the larger grid packs an extra punch!The clues are also a little more testing than the daily times2 crossword, to stretch the crossword enthusiast just a bit further, and provide hours of entertainment.
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph All New Cryptic Crosswords 11 The
Book SynopsisNavigate your way through a mix of wordplay and intricate clues-within-clues to solve these crosswords. Hours of fun, this book is perfect for keen puzzle solvers who enjoy lateral thinking.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Book of Wordsearch Volume 1
Book Synopsis*****Grab your most trustworthy pen and dive into this brand new collection of wordsearches from the Telegraph.With hundreds of themed puzzles to choose from, this is the perfect activity book for a long journey or a leisurely weekend. Relaxing and entertaining, The Telegraph Book of Wordsearch 1 contains 13x13 grids with more than 20 words hidden across a range of diverse themes, from weather to fruit and vegetables.
£9.25
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 6 The Telegraph
Book SynopsisLose yourself in these fast and frantic crosswords, perfect for any spare moment in the day.With 150 brand-new puzzles, The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 6 will please novices and lifelong crossword fans alike.The perfect puzzle compilation for quick-fire crossword fans.
£9.49
Union Square & Co. Sip Solve Mini Word Search Puzzles
Book SynopsisThese 49 word searches offer easygoing fun that's accessible to everyone. Each word search is themed, and after the puzzle is solved, the leftover letters spell a quote, fun fact, or quip related to the puzzle's topic.
£7.14
HarperCollins Publishers The Sunday Times Jumbo General Knowledge
Book SynopsisChallenge your general knowledgeA jumbo crossword puzzle and general knowledge workout to test and stimulate the brain cells. 50 large grid puzzles from The Sunday Times.These puzzles use a 21 x 21 jumbo-size grid, and appeared in the pages of the Sunday Times, they offer an entertaining and stimulating challenge to all crossword lovers and anyone interested in quizzes, trivia and testing their all-round knowledge.Contains more general knowledge clues then the standard Times Jumbo crossword, for example names of famous people, titles of songs, books, films, plays, operas, musicals and TV shows; places and sights, quotations questions with one or more words in a quote to identify as the answer.
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail All New Cryptic Crosswords 9 The Daily
Book SynopsisBanish boredom forever with this brand new collection of 100 tricky cryptic crosswords. From challenging anagrams to complex and misleading wordplay, these puzzles are bound to delight beginner and expert cryptic crossword-lovers alike.Devilishly difficult, these crosswords will provide hours of brain-teasing fun.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 4
Book SynopsisThis compilation of quick crosswords will delight and frustrate word fanatics. Challenge yourself and increase your vocabulary with these speedy brainteasers from the UK''s best-selling quality newspaper.
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 7
Book SynopsisFrom the puzzle pages of The Telegraph comes this 7th edition of quick crosswords. With 150 brand-new puzzles, The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 7 will entertain eager enthusiasts and beginners alike. Test your general knowledge and vocabulary, whether at home or on-the-go. The ultimate book to fuel your puzzling passion.
£8.65
O'Brien Press Ltd Simplex Crosswords from the Irish Times Book 3
Book SynopsisAppearing daily in the Irish Times for over forty years, the Simplex crossword has attracted a devoted following.
£9.14
Arcturus Publishing Large Print Crosswords
Book Synopsis Eric Saunders is one of the world's leading puzzle compilers. An expert crossword clue creator, IQ puzzle manipulator and innovator of many new puzzles each year, he has supplied puzzles to newspapers including The Times and is the author of many puzzle compilations for publishers around the world.
£7.59
Arcturus Publishing Crosswords
Book Synopsis Eric Saunders is one of the world's leading puzzle compilers. An expert crossword clue creator, IQ puzzle manipulator and innovator of many new puzzles each year, he has supplied puzzles to newspapers including The Times and is the author of many puzzle compilations for publishers around the world.
£7.59
Andrews McMeel Publishing Brain Health Puzzles for Adults 2: Crosswords,
Book SynopsisStaying active is about more than just your body; the brain needs regular exercise, too. Brain Health Puzzles for Adults 2 is packed with word and number puzzles that are as fun as they are challenging. The perfect brain workout is just a page turn away!From New York Times puzzlemaker Phil Fraas comes Brain Health Puzzles for Adults 2, 135 original new puzzles created and curated specifically to give your brain the perfect workout.Brain Health Puzzles for Adults is a combination of the classics, mixed in with lesser known and equally as challenging number logic puzzles. Crosswords Word Searches Sudoku Calcudoku Futoshiki Narrative logic puzzles Cryptograms Divided into three groups of 45—easy, medium, and challenging puzzles—this gradation of difficulty allows puzzlers to pace themselves as they engage in their brain health workouts. So, sharpen your pencils and find a cozy corner; it's time to exercise!
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail Big Book of Pitcherwits 2
Book Synopsis***Pitcherwits returns with another bumper collection of puzzles!Put your deductive skills to the test with this collection of over 300 puzzles from Professor Rebus.Part crossword and part pictogram, Pitcherwits are the Daily Mail's post popular and addictive puzzle.Perfect for a quiet evening or lazy morning, this absorbing compilation is the ultimate companion for puzzle lovers.
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group Express: Big Book of Crusader Crosswords Volume 1
Book SynopsisThe Daily Express's most popular puzzle returns! Test your wits against this brand-new compilation of 200 Crusader Crosswords, straight from the pages of the Daily Express.Taxing, absorbing and fun, this engaging edition will keep you entertained for hours. Whether you are a beginner or expert puzzler, this is the perfect puzzle book to have by your side.
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords 11
Book SynopsisFlex your mental muscles with this bumper collection of 200 cryptic crosswords! A true test of lateral thinking, these fiendish crosswords are the perfect way to pit your wits against some of the best compilers around.Whether you're on your commute, or simply want a relaxing activity to pass the time, this bumper edition is the ultimate puzzling companion.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Big Book of Quick Crosswords 10
Book SynopsisLose yourself in this bumper edition of 300 quick-fire crosswords!Solve the clues and navigate your way through 300 fast and frantic crosswords, straight from the pages of The Telegraph. Whether you''re at home or on the go, this addictive edition will test the skills of beginners and more experienced puzzlers alike!
£9.49
Scribo Puzzles Publishing Limited Llyfr Croeseiriau Cymraeg-Saesneg: Welsh-English
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£12.00
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph PlusWord 2: 150 puzzles for
Book SynopsisThe Telegraph PlusWord returns with a brand new set of puzzles for lovers of Wordle!Can you complete the crossword and find the PlusWord?This is the new edition of the puzzle collection that brings together the best of two worlds, combining the fun of crosswords with online word-finding puzzles. This utterly addictive puzzling experience sets you the task of solving the clues then working out from the positioning of the letters what the PlusWord is... there is only one answer.There are 150 grids for you to enjoy anywhere or anytime you choose.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Big Book of Quick Crosswords Book 1
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesFrom the puzzles section of The Times our Editors have chosen the best selection of general-knowledge and definition crossword puzzles to keep even the most eager enthusiasts entertained for hours.This collection of 300 accessible puzzles is utterly addictive, yet concise enough to be solved relatively quickly.Encompassing a wide range of subjects including geography, literature, history and culture, these general-knowledge and definition-based puzzles will test your word power and broaden your horizons at the same time.With clues that are satisfyingly skillful and containing no cryptic elements, these crosswords are guaranteed to stretch your mind and entertain you equally.Puzzles taken from previously published titles.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Big Book of Crosswords 7
Book SynopsisA bumper collection of 300 quick crossword puzzles to test your word knowledge and have you reaching for the thesaurus. The puzzles are in a standard 13x13 grid size. How quickly can you solve these? You will find the solutions easily at the back of the book.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Cryptic Crossword Book 27
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself with word puzzlesThe Times Crossword is the most famous in the world. Test your word power with this classic collection of 100 cryptic puzzles compiled by the Editor of The Times Crossword.The latest book in this exciting series continues the tradition of providing authoritative, challenging Cryptic Crossword, offering an enjoyable and stimulating way to while away your free time.Addictive, taxing and compelling, The Times Cryptic Crossword is packed with high-quality puzzles chosen by The Times Crossword Editor Richard Rogan.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Sunday Times Concise Crossword Book 1
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesA crossword to test your general knowledge with 100 puzzles of moderate difficulty with one or two more teasing clues to tax you more fully. A satisfying challenge to stimulate the brain cells.Do you find cryptic crosswords too much of a chore? Do you want your general knowledge and word power to be tested but not put through the mill? Are you on the lookout for something to pass the time on a train or plane journey? We have just what you are looking for.100 crosswords, set out in a clear, easy-to-use double-page spread. The clues are mostly definition-based. There will be clues for which more than one answer is possible, so it's best to look for a clearly unique answer or unique possible combination of crossing answers as the first to write in.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Jumbo Cryptic Crossword Book 22
Book SynopsisThis supremely challenging cryptic collection contains 50 jumbo-sized, large grid puzzles, conceived to really challenge your word skills.Selected by The Times'' Crossword Editor, Richard Rogan, this original collection will challenge even the most experienced crossword buff.The ultimate and only jumbo cryptic crosswords available, these puzzles will allow you to give the grey matter a real workout. With unique grids of 23 x 23 squares (in comparison to the standard 15 x 15 grid), they require serious word power and cryptic puzzling skill.Put your linguistic prowess to the test with these quality puzzles from the Times' crossword writers.
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph All New Big Book of Cryptic
Book SynopsisCryptic crosswords from the Telegraph are the most popular around, and this bumper collection will both entertain and torment in equal measure. Perfect for any spare moment, and completely addictive, these puzzles are guaranteed to test your thinking to the limit.
£8.99
Penguin Books Ltd The Quickway Crossword Dictionary
Book SynopsisA brand new edition, the twelfth, of the essential reference book for all crossword addicts. The words are arranged within seven mini-dictionaries in word lengths of two to eight-letters, revealing the answers to a tricky clue at a glance. This unique format, combined with the dictionary''s updated reference sections, including prime ministers and presidents, the zodiac and the Bible, the Classical world, astronomy, geography and more, guides the reader straight to the information needed to complete the puzzle. The first ever crossword was published in 1913 and Colonel Hill''s first crossword dictionary was published in 1920. It has been in print for over seventy years, and is still an indispensable addition to the puzzle-solver''s shelf.
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Jumbo Cryptic Crossword Book 14
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesThis supremely challenging cryptic collection contains 50 jumbo-sized puzzles, conceived to really challenge your word skills.Selected by The Times'' Crossword Editor, Richard Browne, this original collection will challenge even the most experienced crossword buff.The ultimate and only jumbo cryptic crosswords available, these puzzles will allow you to give the grey matter a real workout. With unique grids of 23 x 23 squares (in comparison to the standard 15 x 15 grid), they require serious word power and cryptic puzzling skill.Put your linguistic prowess to the test with these quality puzzles from the Times' crossword writers.
£10.44
Union Square & Co. Weekend Road Trip Crosswords
Book SynopsisWith their fantastic themes and great clues, these 72 medium-difficulty Sunday-sized crosswords turn weekends into mini mental vacations. Just start your nice and leisurely solving. Then, after you've conquered a grid, take a peek behind the scenes in the answer section to get bonus fun facts and extra detail on a few of the clues.
£10.25
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Jumbo Cryptic Crossword Book 19
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word puzzlesThis supremely challenging cryptic collection contains 50 jumbo-sized, large grid puzzles, conceived to really challenge your word skills.Selected by The Times'' Crossword Editor, Richard Rogan, this original collection will challenge even the most experienced crossword buff.The ultimate and only jumbo cryptic crosswords available, these puzzles will allow you to give the grey matter a real workout. With unique grids of 23 x 23 squares (in comparison to the standard 15 x 15 grid), they require serious word power and cryptic puzzling skill.Put your linguistic prowess to the test with these quality puzzles from the Times' crossword writers.
£8.99
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Large Print Cryptic Crosswords 1
Book SynopsisDive into this brand new series of LARGE PRINT crosswords from The Telegraph.Solve the clues and navigate your way through this engrossing collection of 80 large print cryptic crosswords.Specially designed for puzzle enthusiasts who crave entertainment without the eyestrain, these enlarged grids are the perfect antidote to a busy day or a rainy afternoon.
£9.49
Quarto Publishing PLC Anagram Challenge
Book SynopsisAnagram Challenge presents a unique collection of word hunt puzzles to do anytime, anywhere, perfect for those who want to take their wordling skills to the next level.
£7.59
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords 9
Book Synopsis*****Get thinking outside the box with this bumper edition of cryptic crosswords from the Telegraph. Utterly addictive and entertaining, these fiendish cryptic crosswords are the perfect brainteaser for beginners and experts alike. And, with 200 puzzles to choose from, The Telegraph Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords 9 is the ultimate puzzling companion for a morning commute or a quiet evening.
£8.54
