Hobbies, Games & Quizzes Books
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Berkshire
Book SynopsisFull of information you didn't know about Berkshire
£9.99
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Mayo
Book SynopsisFascinating facts about Mayo, new in paperback
£13.49
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Hampshire
Book SynopsisA compendium of fascinating, unusual and intriguing facts and stories about the county of HampshireTrade ReviewWinchester tour guide produces The Little Book of Hampshire, author interview * Hampshire Chronicle *
£11.69
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Somerset
Book SynopsisFascinating and bizarre facts about Somerset life, new in paperback
£11.69
Little, Brown Book Group The Candy Crush Soda Colouring Book Colouring
Book SynopsisCandy Crush Saga already provides brilliant bitesize entertainment experiences to millions of players worldwide. Now Candy Crush Saga fans have their own opportunity to bring the Candy Crush Soda Saga Kingdom to life by colouring it in! Featuring intricate landscapes and beautiful patterns, this is the ideal purchase for anyone who loves colouring, and candy.
£11.01
Little, Brown Book Group The Bumper Book of Would You Rather
Book SynopsisStuck at home on a rainy day or heading off on a long journey? Need something fun and engaging to occupy you, your kids or your whole family? Then get stuck into these 350 ridiculous, mind-boggling and hilarious hypothetical questions! Would you rather always have wet hair or always have wet feet? Would you rather live in a lighthouse on an island or a treehouse in a rainforest? Would you rather give the stranger on the bus next to you £1 million or receive £50,000 yourself? And would you rather chew someone else's chewing gum . . . or drink someone else's backwash??? The perfect brain-stretcher for anyone aged 6 to 106, The Bumper Book of Would You Rather? is guaranteed to provide you with HOURS of entertainment. Don't miss these other great titles from Sphere Books: ** Distract Yourself: 101 Positive Things to Do and Learn Whilst You Stay Home ** ** Home Sweet Home: The Little Book of Natural Cleaning ** ** Shelf Respect: A Book Lovers' Guide to Curating Book Shelves at Home **
£8.54
Little, Brown Book Group Distract Your Family
Book SynopsisSUITABLE FOR KINDLE AND OTHER EBOOK DEVICESSwitch off the news and mute your tense WhatsApp chats - here are 101 family-friendly, fun, smart, silly, useful, good-to-know things to do and learn that will take your mind off what''s going on outside the comfort of your own home, providing you with plenty of much needed moments of positivity and calm. Including (but not limited to!): Quizzes Anagrams Poems Riddles Jokes Word games Fun facts And other ways to occupy your time in a fulfilling way.Suitable for those aged 7 to 107, with the quizzes requiring some grown-up knowledge.And whilst you #StayHome, don''t miss these other great titles from Sphere Books:** The Bumper Book of Would You Rather? Over 350 hilarious hypothetical questions for ages 6 to 106 **** Home Sweet Home: The Little Book of Natural Cleaning **
£9.75
Little, Brown Book Group The Very British Problems Quiz Book
Book SynopsisWhat does ''custard and jelly'' mean in cockney rhyming slang?Which biscuit has half of its name on top of the cooker and the other half on the door?And 25 million of what drink are served by British Airways each year?We Brits can''t get enough of a quiz. Stumped for office party chit-chat? Quiz. Midweek visit to the pub? Quiz. Stuck inside in pyjamas on a rainy night and in the mood to cause a big family argument? You got it - quiz.This book is correspondingly filled with questions on all things wonderfully and unequivocally British - you''ll find all sorts of tickly teasers, complex conundrums, worrisome word searches and much more on topics ranging from our iconic weather to types of cake. Best enjoyed with a cup of tea and your favourite biscuit(s).The new book from Very British Problems, the ''Very British Problems Christmas Quiz Book'', is out NOW.ANSWERS: Telly, Hobnob, buy the book and find out
£11.69
Little, Brown Book Group Richard Herrings Would You Rather
Book SynopsisThe perfect boredom-busting book for long winter evenings with the family, Richard Herring''s Would You Rather? is packed with hundreds of the biggest questions to face us all, including: Would you rather have a conversation with a dolphin or an elephant?Would you rather fall in love or fall into a swimming pool full of your favourite biscuits?Would you rather live in a giant shoe or a giant peach?Would you rather own a car with Jimmy Carr, a lorry with Laurie Anderson or a van with Van Morrison?The questions will have the whole family, whether 6 or 106, debating on car journeys and train journeys, or stuck in on wet days during the school holidays, and will keep you entertained around the table at Christmas lunch (or when you''re falling asleep after Christmas lunch...).Fun, family-friendly and often completely bonkers, this book is a perfect gift as well as a game.
£9.49
Pan Macmillan AntiStress DottoDot
Book SynopsisEmily Wallis is an illustrator who uses traditional hand-drawn techniques to create titles including A Journey Through the Jungle and A Sea Voyage. Having completed her MA in Sequential Design and Illustration at the University of Brighton she now lives in Dorset and shares a studio with her husband who is a graphic designer. Her work was featured in Mrs Hinch: The Activity Journal.
£10.44
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Dorset
Book SynopsisThe Little Book of Dorset is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the places, people, legends and true stories about the county''s past and present.
£13.49
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Sussex
Book SynopsisThe Little Book of Sussex is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Here we find out about the most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts (plus some authentically bizarre bits of historic trivia). David Arscott's new book gathers together a myriad of data on Sussex. There are lots of factual chapters but also plenty of frivolous details which will amuse and surprise. With chapters on folklore, history, geography, celebrity Sussexians and much more, this is an ideal book for all those who know and love this quintessentially English county.
£9.49
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Norfolk
Book SynopsisThe Little Book of Norfolk is a repository of intriguing, fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts and trivia about one of England's most colourful counties. It is an essential to the born and bred Norfolk folk or anyone who knows and loves the county. Armed with this fascinating tome the reader will have such knowledge of the county, its landscape, people, places, pleasures and pursuits they will be entertained and enthralled and never short of some frivolous fact to enhance conversation or quiz! A reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage, the secrets and the enduring fascination of the county. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for visitors and locals alike.
£12.28
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Birmingham
Book SynopsisThe Little Book of Birmingham is a funny, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of the sort of frivolous, fantastic or simply strange information which no-one will want to be without. Here we find out about the city's most unusual crimes and punishments, eccentric inhabitants, famous sons and daughters and literally hundreds of wacky facts. Norman Bartlam's new book gathers together a myriad of data on Brum. There are lots of factual chapters but also plenty of frivolous details which will amuse and surprise. A reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped in to time and time again to reveal something you never knew. This is a remarkably engaging little book, and is essential reading for visitors and locals alike.
£13.49
The History Press Ltd The Little Book of Cornwall
Book SynopsisA compendium of fascinating information about Cornwall past and present, this book contains a plethora of entertaining facts about the county’s famous and occasionally infamous men and women, its towns and countryside, history, natural history, literary, artistic and sporting achievements, agriculture, transport, industry and royal visits.
£13.49
Orion Publishing Co The Big Book of Killer Su Doku
Book SynopsisJust when you thought su doku couldn't get any harder... 200 all new KILLER SU DOKU puzzles!
£9.99
Ebury Publishing Release Your Anger Midnight Edition An Adult
Book SynopsisOver thirty-five creative and intricate designs that feature classic and wonderfully original insults, exclamations and swear words to help you relax and let go of the stressful situations in your life. Each single-sided page includes such agression-relieving words as ''Shitballs'', ''Twat Waffle'' and ''Baggy Vag'' laid over therapeutic, mandala and nature inspired patterns. Why not try before you buy? Download four free pages at swearybook.com/freebonusWARNING contains seriously colourful language!
£13.77
Ebury Publishing Memos to Shitty People A Delightful Vulgar Adult
Book SynopsisIncompetent co-worker? Annoying neighbour? Rubbish friend? Colour away your frustration with over thirty-five delightful and vulgar phrases you wish you'd said out loud. Each single-sided page includes such tension-busting phrases as, ''Seriously, Bitch?'' and ''Oh look ... the fuck-up fairy has visited'' alongside friendly critters and intricate flora to calm your nerves. Why not try before you buy? Download four free pages at swearybook.com/freememos WARNING contains seriously colourful language!
£13.77
Ebury Publishing Spon
Book SynopsisNo one in Britain knows more about crafting a spoon from greenwood than Barn The Spoon' Guardian. Barnaby Carder, or Barn The Spoon can be found on permanent exhibition in the shop window of his workshop on the Hackney Road, East London. He is a master craftsman spoon carver, co-organiser of Spoonfest, an annual three-day spoon carving festival held in Edale, Derbyshire, and founder of The Green Wood Guild, London's centre for traditional wood craft offering a range of courses and workshops. Visit barnthespoon.com or follow @barnthespoon on Instagram.Trade ReviewBarnaby Carder speaks about spoons more passionately than most people speak about anything. * The Telegraph *King of the whittlers * Sunday Telegraph *
£19.80
Ebury Publishing The LifeChanging Magic of Numbers
Book SynopsisBOBBY SEAGULL became a cult star as a contestant on University Challenge in 2017. He is now an obsessive quiz enthusiast, TV presenter, secondary school maths teacher, a doctoral student researching maths anxiety at Cambridge University and also a long-suffering West Ham fan.Trade ReviewTruly mind-blowing... Entertaining, playful and gloriously readable * Daily Mail *Bobby is probably the best-known maths teacher in the UK * Guardian *
£13.49
Ebury Publishing How to Draw Inky Wonderlands
Book SynopsisUnleash your inner artist and learn to draw with queen of colouring' Johanna Basford.In this beautiful, accessible guide Johanna shares the fun, simple, no-skills-needed secrets to creating your own flora, fauna and fantasies inspired by her bestselling and beloved colouring books.With step-by-step exercises, inspiring prompts and plenty of pages to colour, let your creativity run wild. How to Draw Inky Wonderlands invites you to develop your personal drawing style and master creating marvellous creatures and landscapes using only the pen or pencil in your hand and the wildest reaches of your imagination.
£14.24
Ebury Publishing Do What You Love Love What You Do The Empowering
Book Synopsis***THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER***It''s time to turn your dreams into reality. You just need a mentor to guide the way.Holly Tucker MBE - co-founder of notonthehighstreet, and creator of Holly & Co - is on a mission to change business forever. Having inspired over 100,000 entrepreneurs and identified the keys to their success, in Do What You Love, Love What You Do, she now wants to help anyone build a business doing what they love, leading to a happier and more fulfilled life.Demystifying the grey world of business, whether you''ve yet to take your first steps or find yourself stuck in a business rut, this beautiful and vibrant book will allow your dreams to take flight. Holly looks back at her own story, sharing her biggest lessons and proven advice on creating and growing a business. From side hustle to full-time, from defeating your confidence gremlins to creating an empowered community, Holly reveals both the skills and the mindset anyTrade ReviewHolly is the enthusiastic embodiment of empowerment for entrepreneurs. No one is better qualified to write this book. * Mark Constantine, co-founder and CEO of Lush *Holly is a fairy godmother to all small business owners . . . inspiring and invaluable! * Chrissie Rucker, founder of The White Company *Running a small business can be daunting and isolating. While there's lots of advice out there about how to write a business plan or how to file your taxes, nobody talks about the emotional side of things. That's where Holly is brilliant. She's a wonderful mentor. Her support (and the honest sharing of her story) should nudge and guide you to great things! * Johnnie Boden, founder of Boden *A mini business bible packed with motivation, whether you need some for your side-hustle or have your sights set on an empire. This will be your everything! * Marcia Kilgore, founder of Beauty Pie *Holly has single-handedly changed - and continues to change - the small business landscape, and has shown us that you can be a very powerful, yet genuinely kind businesswoman all at the same time. She is helping us all think about building businesses which make the world a better place and I for one am so very grateful for that. * Fearne Cotton, founder of Happy Place *Nobody shines a light on the small business community quite like Holly does, and here she celebrates its diversity and brilliance, showing how anybody can be part of it. No matter your background or experience, this book makes starting a business more accessible than ever. * Jay Blades, designer and presenter of 'The Repair Shop' *If you've ever dreamed of having a career that works for you, this is the book you need! Holly shows that the only thing holding you back is yourself, and gives you the tools you need to break free and fly. Whether you're dealing with guilt, tackling a crisis or celebrating successes, Holly is with you every step of the way. * Kanya King, founder of the MOBO Awards *
£13.49
Octopus Publishing Group Pumpkin Crafting
Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to carving, painting and dressing up pumpkins for Halloween, Thanksgiving and autumnal decor, complete with tips and recipes for enjoying the whole pumpkin all season long.
£11.69
Octopus Publishing Group Sherlock Holmes
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£11.02
Octopus Publishing Group Charles Dickens
Book SynopsisImmerse yourself in some of the most fascinating worlds of classic literature with this themed trivia and game card deck. Put your Charles Dickens knowledge to the test with 52 trivia and game cards, each one featuring a multiple-choice trivia question, charade, game or challenge about the people, places and relationships of Charles Dickens's works. Packed with trivia questions, party games, charades and challenges – and Illustrated with exquisite images of beloved scenes, the cards double as a memory game or game of Snap, making this fun for all the family.
£11.02
Octopus Publishing Group Flowers of the World
Book SynopsisDo you know your Dahlias from your Daffodils? Why should you avoid the gympie-gympie tree? What type of tulip was once as expensive as a house?Put your knowledge to the test with 52 trivia cards, each one illustrated with exquisite botanical art to double as a game of Snap, Memory, Quartets or Swap.Presented in a foiled gift box and with a booklet that contains the rules of play to four traditional card games, this is the perfect gift for plant lovers.Card games also available in the series: Birds of the World.
£9.50
Anness Publishing Beadwork and Ribbons Get Bold and Inventive with
Book SynopsisSPECIAL PRICE REDUCTION! Get bold and inventive with beads: easy-to-make accessories, decorations, ornaments and stunning objects for every room in the home, with over 800 step-by-step photographs.
£6.24
Anness Publishing The Complete Practical Guide to Scrapbooking
Book SynopsisInspiration and ideas for making unique and personal scrapbook albums using simple craft materials.
£13.49
Anness Publishing AMasterclass in Drawing and Painting Animals
Book SynopsisLearn to produce beautiful studies of animals, observing the behavior, movement, texturs and spirit that make each creature a unique subject
£16.19
Anness Publishing The Complete StepbyStep Guide to Chess Bridge
Book SynopsisThis superb instructional book will tell you everything you need to know about chess and bridge, from the fascinating histories of the games to how to play and master strategies to win.
£16.19
Anness Publishing Mastering the Art of Calligraphy
Book SynopsisThis expertly presented new book covers all the necessary aspects of the art of beautiful writing: setting out the essential tools needed to begin, teaching all the basic strokes to form letters, and providing a rich variety of alphabet templates from which to work.
£9.49
Anness Publishing Everlastings Natural Displays with Dried Flowers
Book SynopsisA beautiful and practical step-by-step guide to making stunning, decorative displays from natural, organic materials
£15.29
Anness Publishing WATERCOLOUR OIL DRAWING A BOX SET OF THREE
Book SynopsisMastering the art of drawing and painting with step-by-step projects and techniques shown in over 1400 photographs.
£16.99
Anness Publishing Painting Box How To Paint Landscapes Figures
Book SynopsisA boxed set of two practical hardbacks with 65 projects, galleries, and 1700 step-by-step photographs.
£15.29
Anness Publishing Create Your Own Jewellery Over 100 Inspiring Ways
Book SynopsisJewellery always makes a very personal statement, and creating your own pieces is a wonderful way of saying even more about yourself and your taste. This book is designed to teach you everything you need to know about making jewellery, and covers all the materials, techniques and equipment you may need.
£9.49
Anness Publishing New Crafts Basketwork 25 Practical Basketmaking
Book SynopsisBasketry, one of the most ancient crafts, evolved from a practical need to collect and transport food, using materials gathered from nature. This course in basket-making techniques includes 25 projects for crafters of all levels. It also includes the information the reader may need on materials and equipment.
£7.59
Anness Publishing Origami The Card Box 60 StepByStep Projects In a
Book SynopsisPresents a collection of more than 60 origami techniques and projects on 52 sturdy, stand-alone cards, contained within a presentation tin box. This title features over 600 practical photographs that illustrate how to create each design step-by-step, forming an easy-to-use teach-yourself course in origami skills and techniques.
£10.25
Anness Publishing New Crafts Leatherwork 25 Practical Ideas for
Book SynopsisThis practical book explores the versatility and beauty of leather for everyday objects and ornate decorative piece: techniques and projects range from a child's sheepskin hat to a gorgeous leather purse and briefcase, all shown in 300 clear and beautiful pictures by art photographer Peter Williams.
£7.59
Anness Publishing Notecards and Envelopes Apple Blossom a
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£7.99
Anness Publishing Card Box of 20 Notecards and Envelopes Freesias
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£7.99
Anness Publishing 20 Notecards and Envelopes ForgetMeNots a
Book SynopsisA fabulous collection of 20 beautiful cards featuring 5 stunning photographs of flower arrangements, with practical instructions on the back on how to make the display; the cards are left blank inside so are suitable for any occasion.,
£7.99
Anness Publishing Making Memories Scrapbook Ideas for Your
Book SynopsisStep-by-step instructions and 250 photographs show you how to make over 20 unique and personal albums using simple craft materials - create a keepsake album for an important event, make a memory quilt and mark special milestones with themed album scrapbook pages.
£8.54
Anness Publishing New Crafts Wirework 25 Designs for Decorative and
Book SynopsisThe definitive modern approach to a traditional craft, this book celebrates the beauty of wire in inspirational designs and practical projects; create baskets, shelves, mobiles, toys and frames with the help of 250 step-by-step photographs.
£7.59
Anness Publishing Painting Decorating Eggs 20 Charming Ideas for
Book SynopsisAn inspiring craft book full of imaginative designs to dress up the humble egg, with displays that aren't just for easter, combining classic traditional folk painting with modern dyeing techniques and gilding ideas.
£5.99
Anness Publishing New Crafts Woodcraft 25 Stepbystep Handcrafted
Book SynopsisHow to master decorative wood techniques including carving, pyrography, marquetry and fretwork, as well as basic automata and construction. Projects, step-by-step instructions and 300 photographs make the techniques accessible to beginners, as well as inc
£7.59
Anness Publishing New Crafts Shells 25 Practical Projects Using
Book SynopsisThis appealing book presents 25 exciting projects that make use of natural shells, each accompanied by step-by-step photography.
£10.49
Anness Publishing Calligraphy Techniques An Essential Beginners
Book SynopsisThis illustrated guide to the craft shows how the beginner should set about acquiring the necessary skills to become a proficient calligrapher.
£11.69
Anness Publishing 30 Stepbystep Napkin Folds How to Create Special
Book SynopsisThe art of napkin folding has soared in popularity in recent years. Beautifully folded napkins add elegance and style to even the simplest of table settings, and will always delight and amaze your guests. This book reveals the secrets of perfect napkin
£5.99
