Crosswords, Sudoku & Number Puzzles Books
Boatman Cryptics Boatman The Second 50
Book SynopsisFiendish and inimitable, Boatman is widely regarded as one of the UK's most challenging and innovative cryptic crossword compilers. This collection contains 55 themed puzzles from the Guardian and the stories behind them, as Boatman reveals in his own words how each puzzle came about, from initial idea to final construction.Trade ReviewBoatman reached his century of Guardian puzzles in 2023 and is still on flow with his distinctive puzzles and instructive explanations of how his cruciverbalist mind works - Hugh Stephenson, Guardian Crossword Editor; Giddying stuff, merrily exceeding the sum of its parts ... Time with Boatman’s puzzles is time perfectly spent - Alan Connor, BBC2 quiz question editor and Guardian crossword columnist; A Boatman crossword is like a theme park. Each daunting line is a rollercoaster that makes you throw your hands up and scream. He scares you witless. But you can't wait to do it all over again - Henry Morris; I always feel a little bit smarter after I finish a Boatman puzzle, at least until I start the next one - Tim Dowling; Oh good, another 50 agonisingly frustrating train journeys - Jack Dee; Cracking crosswords ... each puzzle a delightful daily workout for the brain and a welcome tonic for the soul - Brian Bilston - If you want a fiendish crossword, you want the best ... which means you want Boatman, because he is the best - Gyles BrandrethTable of ContentsForeword by Dave Gorman; Introduction; Puzzles; Solutions; Thanks; About Boatman
£10.76
Headline Publishing Group The Guardian All-New Sudoku 1: A collection of
Book SynopsisThe Guardian's Sudoku puzzles are enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people every day. Now is your chance to puzzle away the hours with 200 previously unpublished Sudoku in the first book in the new Guardian puzzle book series.With a variety of difficulty levels, from easy to fiendish, this book can be enjoyed by both the Sudoku novice and the puzzle master with years of solving experience.Table of Contents200 never-before-seen Sudoku of a progressive level of difficulty, complete with an introduction and full solutions.
£7.99
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Cryptic Crosswords 11
Book SynopsisFlex your mental muscles with this latest collection of cryptic crosswords from the pages of The Telegraph.Whether you're looking to sharpen your analytical skills, or simply pass the time on a quiet Sunday morning, The Telegraph Cryptic Crosswords 11 is the ideal puzzle book to have by your side.With 100 puzzles to choose from, this cryptic collection will provide hours of entertainment for beginners and experts alike.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail Pitcherwits Volume 7: 200 of the Daily
Book SynopsisSeeking something different to test your crossword skills?Professor Rebus is back with a seventh volume in this best-selling series of perplexing pictogram puzzles!A unique cross between crossword and cryptic visual puzzle, Pitcherwits are the Daily Mail's most popular puzzle, and perfect for crossword fans looking to put their deductive skills to the test!Whether you're looking for a relaxed evening in or setting off on a long commute, Pitcherwits Volume 7 is the ultimate companion.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail Big Book of Quick Crosswords Volume 6:
Book SynopsisTest your knowledge and speed with this brand new edition of quick crosswords from the Daily Mail.With more than 400 quick crosswords to choose from, this bumper collection is the perfect way to exercise your brain while enjoying some spare time.
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Big Quick Crosswords 9
Book SynopsisLose yourself in this bumper collection of 300 quick-fire crosswords.Solve the clues and navigate your way through these fast and furious crosswords, straight from the pages of The Telegraph. With hundreds of puzzles to choose from, this book of quick crosswords will test the skills of beginners and experts alike!Whether you're on your commute, or simply want a relaxing activity to pass the time, this bumper edition is the ultimate puzzling companion.Trade ReviewI like Telegraph puzzles and I do at least one puzzle every day. As I am retired and as I get older it helps keep my mind alert and active! * Reader review *Just what I wanted. * Reader review *
£9.99
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail Quick Crosswords Volume 6
Book SynopsisSeeking some quick brain stimulation?Want to test your analytical skills?The Daily Mail is back with a brand new collection of 200 quick-fire crosswords across a wide range of difficulties.Whether you''re on your commute, or simply looking for an activity to pass the time, these fiendish puzzles are guaranteed to entertain any crossword fan.
£8.54
Headline Publishing Group The Guardian Cryptic Crosswords 2: A compendium
Book SynopsisLose yourself in these compulsively enjoyable puzzles, compiled by the UK's finest cryptic crossword creators. The Guardian's cryptic crosswords are enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people every day. Test your powers of linguistic deduction and lateral-thinking against 120 classic puzzles from the Guardian's extensive archives, with the second book in the new Guardian puzzle book series.Table of Contents120 tricky cryptic crosswords compiled by the Guardian's crossword creators, complete with an introduction and full solutions.
£7.99
Richardson Publishing The Daily Codeword Book
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Bumper Book of Cryptic Crosswords Book
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself with these fun crossword puzzlesChallenge yourself with this set of 200 cryptic puzzles from the most famous crossword in the world compiled by the Times Crossword Editors.Following in the tradition of The Times' authoritative, highest-quality, challenging cryptic crosswords, this latest collection offers an enjoyable and stimulating way to while away your free time and exercise the grey matter with intriguing clues and complex wordplay.Enjoy pitting your wits against the crafty elegance of the world's best crossword settersAddictive, taxing and compelling, this book is packed with 200 high-quality puzzles chosen by former Times Crossword Editors.Puzzles selected from Times Cryptic Crossword Books 14, 15 and 16.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Mindgames Number Logic Puzzles Book 1
Book Synopsis500 number and logic puzzles to test your mental agility with this collection from the MindGames section of The Times, featuring 7 different types of puzzle challenge.The perfect gift for all number and logic puzzle enthusiasts who are looking for a varied challengeThis collection contains the favourites Suko, Brain Trainer, Cell Blocks, Futoshiki, Kakuro, Set Square and KenKen, all from the Times puzzles section.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Ultimate Killer Su Doku Book 11
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesSpecially compiled to provide the most deadly Su Doku challenge, this is the only volume for Su Doku enthusiasts who need a puzzle that really tests their mettle.Prepare yourself for the toughest Su Doku challenge there is. These diabolically difficult Ultimate Killer Su Doku puzzles will really put your brainpower to the test as you warm up' with the 100 Deadly Killer puzzles before steeling yourself to take on the 100 Extra Deadly Su Dokus. Are you ready for the challenge?Not for the faint-hearted. The puzzles use the same 9x9 grid as a regular Su Doku, but have an extra mathematical element that multiplies the challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the digits 1 to 9, but also to make sure that the outlined sections, called cages, add up to the number given in each cage.Warning: Not suitable for amateur puzzlers!
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Big Book of Ultimate Killer Su Doku
Book SynopsisThe ideal gift for su doku enthusiasts.If you like to live dangerously and push beyond your mental comfort zone, steel yourself for The Times'' toughest Ultimate Killer puzzles. A bumper collection of more than 360 puzzles for hard-core solvers. Selected from The Times these puzzles will challenge the sharpest minds.Includes Deadly-level Killer puzzles, and Extra Deadly, to really test your limits: this is the only place you''ll find such a torturous collection in a single book.These puzzles are not for the fainthearted, they use the same 9x9 grid as Su Doku, and have an added mathematical challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the digits 1-9, it is also necessary to ensure that the outlined cubes add up to the same number as well.But unlike with previous books, there is no chance to ease yourself in with Easy, or even Tough puzzles: this book is the Ultimate Killer Su Doku completely deadly.Puzzles in this collection are taken from T
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Killer Su Doku Book 19
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself with number puzzlesThe latest volume in the hugely popular Killer Su Doku series from The Times, featuring the highest-quality puzzles with an extra element of arithmetic.These puzzles will test your skills to the limit, adding the challenge of arithmetic and taking Su Doku to a new and even deadlier level of difficulty.The puzzles use the same 9x9 grid as Su Doku but with an added mathematical challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the numbers 1-9, it is also necessary to ensure that the outlined cubes add up to the same number as well.With 200 new Moderate, Tricky, Tough and Deadly Killer Su Doku puzzles, there is no chance to ease yourself in with simple puzzles. These puzzles are for those who like to live dangerously and push beyond their mental comfort zone.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Jumbo Cryptic Crossword Book 23
Book SynopsisChallenge your brain power with these fun crossword puzzles.This 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
Union Square & Co. Absolutely Nasty Kakuro Level Two
Book SynopsisKakuro is a puzzle type in which sums are given and solvers must deduce the numbers in the individual boxes.
£10.25
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Super Fiendish Su Doku Book 8
Book SynopsisPreviously unpublished quality Su Doku grids from The Times, which help develop your skills to take on Extreme Su Doku.The 200 puzzles in this collection of treacherously difficult puzzles will stretch even the most advanced Su Doku enthusiast. You will need to use all of your best solving techniques to get to the end of this testing challenge.The puzzles in the collection are of the highest quality and are perfect for the advanced solver in need of a constant supply of ultra-difficult puzzles.Guaranteed to provide hours of mind-stretching entertainment.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Times 2 Jumbo Crossword Book 8
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
Union Square & Co. Green Belt Kakuro
Book SynopsisKakuro are language-free number puzzles that use logic and require just simple arithmetic to solve. This book contains 150 kakuros. It takes cue from the belt colors in martial arts: white is for novices, green for intermediates, brown for very accomplished players, and black for those consummate experts who crave a challenge.Trade Review"'Sudoku was great, kakuro is better' The Guardian"
£9.11
Union Square & Co. SecondDegree Black Belt Kakuro
Book SynopsisPresents tricky kakuro puzzles that require the very best skills - and give top solvers the complete mental workout they want.
£9.11
HarperCollins Publishers The Times 2 Jumbo Crossword Book 4
Book SynopsisQuiz your family at home with crosswords, puzzles and games.The Times2 Jumbo Crossword is an entertaining test of word power and general knowledge. The 60 crosswords in this collection offer the same challenge as The Times2 daily crossword but the larger grid means there are more clues to enjoy and some longer words and phrases to muse on.The Times 2 Jumbo Crossword now appears weekly in the Saturday edition of The Times. It provides a constant alternative to The Times jumbo cryptic crossword.The Times 2 Jumbo Crosswords are intended to be exactly the same type as the normal daily crossword in The Times 2 section with the same mixture of reasonably-challenging but not too recondite words and references.The Times 2 Crossword editor, John Grimshaw, has selected 60 of the best crosswords from The Times to form this enjoyable collection.
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail All New Cryptic Crosswords 8 The Daily
Book SynopsisDaily Mail All New Cryptic Crosswords 8 is a new collection of cryptic crosswords, guaranteed to test the grey matter every which way, whatever your age or ability. With 100 brainteasing grids to hone your lateral thinking, this book is perfect for banishing boredom at home or on the daily commute.
£8.54
Union Square & Co. Green Belt KenKen
Book SynopsisFeatures a handy-sized format, so that puzzle lovers can play this game wherever the mood takes them.
£9.11
Union Square & Co. Grids Just Wanna Have Fun
Book SynopsisAre your crosswords skills and 80s knowledge outrageous and bodacious? In the vein of 2023'sNew Grids on the Block, these totally tubular crosswords are all about the neon decade. And like its 90s counterpart, Grids Just Wanna Have Fun will feature a flock of all-new crosswords by top constructors, this time filled with gnarly 80s pop culture references. Need help? Don't have a cow. Take a day off and invite friends over for an excellent solving adventure! If the puzzles stop making sense, don't you forget about the answer sectionit'll help you out time after time.
£11.39
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail Large Print Quick Crosswords Volume 1
Book SynopsisA brand-new series of LARGE PRINT puzzles from the Daily Mail.Dive into this addictive collection of 200 quick-fire crosswords, straight from the pages of the Daily Mail.Specially designed for puzzle fans who crave entertainment without the eyestrain, these enlarged grids are the perfect antidote to the longest of train journeys and the rainiest of evenings.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Times Killer Su Doku Book 1
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself at home with word and number puzzlesKiller Su Doku poses an even greater challenge than the Fiendish Su Doku puzzles.Here are 110 previously unpublished puzzles for hard-core Su Doku addicts.Published to coincide with the launch of Killer Su Doku in the The Times this September,this takes Su Doku to the next level.The puzzles use the same 9x9 grid but there is a double challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the digits 1-9, it is also necessary to ensure that the outlined cubes add up to the same number.Killer Su Doku is enormously popular in Japan and the craze will no doubt catch on in the UK.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Times Bumper Book of Quick Crosswords Book 1
Book SynopsisChallenge yourself with word puzzlesFrom the puzzles section of The Times our Editors have chosen 300 of the best general-knowledge and definition crossword puzzles to keep even the most eager enthusiasts entertained for hours.This collection of 300 accessible puzzles are 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 selected from Times Quick Crossword Books 17, 18 and 19.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph All New Big Book of Cryptic
Book SynopsisThis bumper collection of cryptic crosswords will provide hours of fun, as you work your way through puzzling clues. Perfect for any spare moments, these puzzles are the ultimate test for anyone who loves a lateral thinking challenge.
£10.44
Octopus Publishing Group Daily Mail Quick Crosswords Volume 1
Book SynopsisGet your mind in gear with Daily Mail Quick Crosswords Volume 1! This brand new collection of demanding puzzles from the Daily Mail puzzle pages contains over 200 grids in a variety of difficulties.Whether on-the-go, or having a spare moment at home, these fun brainteasers are guaranteed to put minds of all ages and abilities through their paces!
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph General Knowledge Crosswords 6
Book Synopsis***Sharpen your quizzing muscles with this brilliant new compilation of trivia-based crosswords from the Telegraph!Boasting 60 puzzles and more than 1500 questions, The Telegraph General Knowledge Crosswords 6 is guaranteed to entertain, relax and enthral you, no matter what your circumstance. Whether you''re a seasoned puzzler or a lover of quizzes, this is the perfect antidote to a busy day or a boring afternoon.
£8.54
Orion Publishing Co Killer Kakuro
Book SynopsisHooked on su doku? Then move on up to kakuro!
£9.99
Headline Publishing Group Sudoku X The Only Puzzle with the X Factor by
Book SynopsisSudoku X is a brand new and irresistible twist on the sensational worldwide puzzle craze. It offers something new that no other Sudoku puzzle has offered before, the instantly recognisable ''X'' formed by the diagonals.This first Sudoku X book includes 100 puzzles, varying in difficulty, and also in shape and size. As well as the classic 9-by-9 grid, there are 6-by-6 and 8-by-8 grids - all featuring Sudoku X''s unique diagonal gameplay. This book will be a must-have for seasoned gamers looking for a new challenge but it also includes a full how-to section making it accessible to players who are new to Sudoku.Sudoku X is the essential fix for the millions of Sudoku addicts, both in the UK and overseas.
£10.44
O'Brien Press Ltd Simplex Crosswords From the Irish Times Book 1
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£9.14
Boatman Cryptics Boatman The First 50
Book SynopsisFiendish and inimitable, Boatman is widely regarded as one of the Guardian's most challenging and innovative cryptic crossword compilers. Here you'll find fifty of his puzzles and the story behind them, as he reveals in his own words how he thought of each theme, the ideas that didn't make it into print and the strange coincidences that emerged.Trade ReviewThis is one to savour. Boatman's puzzles are witty and ingenious - and he never forgets that his job is to delight the solver. It is now an extraordinary pleasure to read how his unique mind works. The First 50 is a book I never knew I needed in my life. Gift it to yourself and to the word-lovers in yours - Alan Connor, Question Editor of BBC2's Only Connect and crossword columnist for the GuardianTable of ContentsForeword by Hugh Stephenson; Introduction; Puzzles; Solutions; Thanks; About Boatman
£10.40
Arcturus Publishing Ltd The Kew Gardens Book of Sudoku Puzzles
Book SynopsisThis delightful collection is published in association with The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, the world-famous gardens that have been collecting and conserving plants for 260 years. This beautifully illustrated puzzle book is the perfect treat for sudoku fans. It includes over 200 sudoku puzzles graded from easy to expert, so puzzlers of all levels will find much to enjoy. Delightful nature quotes are scattered throughout and botanical designs ornament each page. A delightful treat for nature lovers and puzzlers alike.
£7.59
Arcturus Publishing Ltd The Kew Gardens Crossword Puzzles
Book SynopsisTake a trip to the exciting botanical world of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kew Gardens, without ever leaving the comfort of home. Each of the crosswords within contains an extra clue that will lead you to a themed word hidden within the grid, can you solve them all?• Contains over 130 puzzles• Inspiring quotes dotted throughout on botanical themes• Each crossword contains an extra botanical-themed clueABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Publishing and The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew have collaborated to create a wonderful selection of botanical-themed arts, crafts and activity books, including origami, dot-to-dots and colour-by-numbers.
£7.59
Arcturus Publishing Extra Large Print Crosswords
Book SynopsisEric 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 SynopsisEric 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.
£9.49
Arcturus Publishing Crosswords
Book SynopsisEric 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
Orion Publishing Co The Ordnance Survey Puzzle Book Legends and
Book SynopsisJourney through Great British history with an all-new collection of over 300 puzzles from the bestselling Ordnance Survey Puzzle series.
£15.29
Skyhorse Publishing The World Almanac 2025 Word Search
Book SynopsisFrom the editors of the New York Times bestselling World Almanac and Book of Facts comes a new annual collection of large-print word searches to delight and engage every puzzle enthusiastFor more than 150 years, The World Almanac has been the authoritative source of information about hundreds of topicsand now it's the source of a fun and fascinating annual collection of word search puzzles designed to keep your mind sharp and your interest piqued. Thanks to boldface large print, puzzle enthusiasts of all ages can keep their eyes at ease as they dive into this satisfying new collection of themed word search puzzles on topics ranging from history and sports to geography, culture, and much more! Improve concentration, focus, memory, and attention span while enjoying the stress relief and relaxation that come from getting lost in a great puzzle.
£8.80
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph World's Toughest Crosswords
Book SynopsisAre you ready to take on the toughest crosswords ever published? Renowned for containing the most challenging and enjoyable cryptic crosswords around, the Telegraphbrings you the next evolution of puzzling... The World's Toughest Crosswords. There are 100 Toughie puzzles, making this the perfect book for puzzle fans tired of standard crosswords and ready to take their skills to the next level.
£9.49
Octopus Publishing Group The Mirror: Quick Crosswords 1: 150 fast and
Book SynopsisTaken from the pages of your favourite daily newspaper, the daily Quick Crossword is the Mirror's classic puzzle. There's a bounty of 150 classic puzzles to feast on, each of which will test your verbal dexterity and keep you entertained for hours. Perfect for a meditative afternoon, or killing time on the commute, this is an ideal book for quick crossword fans.
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group The Telegraph Big Book of General Knowledge
Book SynopsisPerfect your trivia knowledge with this exciting collection of 150 crossword puzzles!Impress all your friends at the next pub quiz with your expertise in every subject, from history and sport to science and entertainment.This new compilation provides hours of puzzling fun while building your knowledge of a fantastic range of facts.
£9.99
Headline Publishing Group Mensa Sudoku: Put your logical reasoning to the
Book SynopsisMore than 200 variations of the world's favourite puzzle have been created to test your Sudoku skills. The revered intelligence organisation, Mensa, have worked with Gareth Moore to put together a supreme test of logic. These brand-new puzzles will provide hours of entertainment for anyone who enjoys mental gymnastics. As well as traditional Sudoku, many varieties such as Samurai Sudoku and 3D Sudoku have been included to provide a further stern examination.Table of ContentsOver 200 Sudoku of a progressive level of difficulty, complete with a number of variations on the traditional Sudoku puzzle, an introduction and full solutions.
£11.07
Headline Publishing Group Mensa Crosswords: Test your word power with more
Book SynopsisMore than 100 crosswords of a variety of difficulty levels, perfect to test your lexical abilities against. The revered intelligence organisation, Mensa, have worked with Gareth Moore to put together this rigorous examination of your vocabulary skills. These brand-new puzzles will provide hours of entertainment, with a mixture of crosswords across a wide variety of topics ensuring that you will need to use a wide range of knowledge to solve them all.Table of ContentsOver 100 crosswords of different sizes and difficulties, complete with an introduction and full solutions.
£11.72
Headline Publishing Group The Guardian Cryptic Crosswords 4: A collection
Book SynopsisLose yourself in another mystifying collection of puzzles from the UK's most devious cryptic crossword creators.The Guardian's cryptic crosswords are enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people every day. Now you can test your powers of linguistic deduction and lateral thinking against 120 classic puzzles from the Guardian's extensive archives with the fourth book in the Guardian cryptic crossword series.
£8.54
Union Square & Co. Wild Sudoku Variants
Book SynopsisVariety is the spice of sudoku - so solvers will love these wild variants on the popular puzzle, which up the challenge and the fun!
£9.11
