Puzzles and quizzes Books
Orion Publishing Co The World of Jane Austen
Book Synopsis-1000 PIECE PUZZLE: This 1000-piece puzzle reimagines Austen's life and scenes from her six novels in glorious detail. -CAST OF CHARACTERS: Spot famous fictional characters, fellow writers and historical characters as you build the puzzle. -INCLUDES PULL-OUT POSTER: Includes educational poster with fun facts about Austen’s life and work. Piece together the world of Jane Austen in this exciting jigsaw inspired by the life and works of the prolific author. The perfect challenge for fans of Austen — or anyone who loves a good jigsaw. Featuring a wide cast of Austen’s contemporaries and characters, take a tour of Austen’s world from the rolling hills of Derbyshire, via Hampshire and Lyme Regis, to the golden stone of the Bath skyline as your build this puzzle. Laurence King Publishing's ‘The World Of…’ jigsaws are a fun way of celebrating the lives and works of creative greats.
£18.35
Profile Books Ltd Murdle: #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER: Solve 100
Book SynopsisTHE NUMBER 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER WINNER OF WATERSTONES GIFT OF THE YEAR 2023 'THE PUZZLE SENSATION OF THE YEAR!' - JANICE HALLETT, bestselling author of THE TWYFORD CODE 'AN ABSOLUTE PHENOMENON ... THE PERFECT STOCKING FILLER' - RICHARD OSMAN, bestselling author of THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES * The 'utterly addictive' murderous puzzle book for armchair detectives everywhere * From G. T. Karber, the creator of the popular online daily mystery game at www.Murdle.com, comes this fiendishly compulsive and absolutely killer collection of 100 original murder mystery logic puzzles. Join Deductive Logico and pit your wits against a slew of dastardly villains in order to discover: - Who committed the ghastly deed? - What weapon was used to dispatch the victim? - Where did the dreadful demise occur? These humorous mini-mystery puzzles challenge you to find whodunit, how, where, and why. Examine the clues, interview the witnesses, and use the power of deduction to complete the grid and catch the culprit. Packed with illustrations, codes, and maps, this is the must-have detective casebook for the secret sleuth in everyone. Are you the next Miss Marple or Hercule Poirot? You'll soon find out, if you dare to Murdle!Trade ReviewThis will be *the* puzzle sensation of the year. Each scenario is solved using logic and deduction, perfect for armchair sleuths and puzzlers. It's clever, satisfying and utterly addictive -- Janice Hallett, Sunday Times bestselling author of The AppealAn absolute phenomenon ... the perfect stocking filler -- Richard Osman, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Thursday Murder Club seriesThe brilliant new murder mystery logic puzzle! * My Weekly *Murdle is brilliant fun! Each one is like working to unravel an Agatha Christie-esque mini-mystery in a visually enticing logic puzzle. Move over Wordle, my brain cells want to solve a Murdle! -- Celeste Connally, author of Act Like a Lady, Think Like a LordA book of puzzles in which the reader joins forces with Deductive Logico to crack a series of captivating cases * Puzzles HQ *Bite-sized mysteries that are simply to die for. -- Mindy Quigley, author of Six Feet Deep DishIf you like logic puzzles and murder mysteries, Murdle combines the two in an addictive book that will have you feeling like the most clever detective * Refinery29 *I'm completely obsessed with the highly addictive Murdle, a unique intersection of logic puzzles and armchair sleuthing. With an enjoyable story and challenging puzzles, I'm left wondering if anyone can be trusted. -- Olivia Blacke, author of Vinyl Resting PlaceThe ultimate puzzle for armchair detectives and secret sleuths. Sure to get those little gray cells firing. -- Ellie Alexander, author of the Bakeshop Mystery series
£13.49
Ebury Publishing Minute Cryptic
Book SynopsisAngas Tiernan (Author) Angas Tiernan - Angas lives in Melbourne with his partner, combined five children, and a cat named Mouse. He finds joy in sharing a great cryptic crossword clue - that's why he started Minute Cryptic. Now he spends his time explaining the beauty of cryptics to hundreds of thousands of people and building the Minute Cryptic platform to help new generations of budding solvers.Liam Runnalls (Author) Liam Runnalls Liam is an Australian crossword setter and has been crafting cryptic crosswords professionally since 2012. He loves clues that feature clever, amusing and deceptive wordplay - clues that deliver a delightful "aha moment" to solvers. He lives in an old schoolhouse in a forgotten little country town called Elphinstone with his wife, two kids and dog.
£15.29
Pan Macmillan Killer Puzzles
£11.69
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Bird Lovers Puzzle Book
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£11.69
Pan Macmillan Murder Rewind Death at Blockbuster
£9.49
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Wordsearch
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£7.59
Orion Publishing Co The World of Bridgerton
Book SynopsisLady Danbury is hosting a sparkling soirée to begin the year's social season, and you're invited to piece together all the splendour, suitors and scandal. All the ton's most notable names are in attendance: spot the Bridgerton family, the Duke and Duchess, the Sharmas, the Featheringtons and more as you complete this beautifully detailed jigsaw puzzle inspired by Shondaland's hit series Bridgerton on Netflix.1000-PIECE PUZZLE: Piece together the world of Bridgerton in this official jigsaw puzzle published in collaboration with Shondaland and Netflix. The perfect challenge for fans of the show - or anyone who loves a good jigsawCAST OF CHARACTERS from the first two series: relive the highlights of the show as you build the puzzleINCLUDES A PULL-OUT POSTER featuring a scandal sheet from Lady WhistledownBESTSELLING SERIES: The World of... jigsaw puzzles from Laurence King are a fun wa
£18.23
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Murder by Christmas
Book SynopsisA cosy crime with a dark, puzzling twist. One story, 25 clues to solve the crime. A festive mystery that's as captivating as it is challenging.
£11.69
Little, Brown Book Group The Mindfulness Puzzle Book
Book SynopsisOVER 130,000 COPIES SOLD. A collection of restful puzzles and brain-training activities, designed to relieve stress and inspire creativityThis is the first in a series of three books by the same author, which currently includes The Mindfulness Puzzle Book 2 and The Mindfulness Puzzle Book 3. There is a fourth book coming later in 2020. There is also an ebook, Mindfulness Puzzles for Your Kindle, comprising content from books 2 and 3.Puzzle-solving is a favourite relaxation technique for many, and this book features a wide range of specially selected games to provide the perfect level of challenge and reward for your brain. Feel the tension release as you focus on each achievable and fun task, and experience the endorphin reward buzz as you successfully complete each puzzle.Stimulating your mind with each puzzle also helps unlock your brain''s innate creativity, just as sleep and rest can help you reach a breakthroughTrade ReviewThe puzzles are fresh and lively
£9.49
Orion Publishing Co The World of Agatha Christie 1000piece Jigsaw
Book Synopsis1000-PIECE PUZZLE featuring Agatha Christie''s life and novels in all their mysterious detail. Finished puzzle measures 680 x 485mmSPOT FAMOUS CHARACTERS, crime-solving clues, and historical locations as you build the puzzle. Track down Agatha Christie''s most memorable characters, from Poirot and Miss Marple to Tommy & Tuppence and Parker Pyne, as well as real moments from Agatha Christie''s lifeINCLUDES A FOLD-OUT POSTER featuring fun facts about the Queen of Crime and her creationsSTURDY & ATTRACTIVE BOX perfect for gifting and storageFollow the trail of murder and mystery set by the Queen of Crime! Travel down the Nile, on the Orient Express and into the drawing rooms of English country homes, hot on the heels of Poirot, Miss Marple and other famous characters, as you piece together this detailed jigsaw featuring Agatha Christie and her real-life inspiration. Includes a fold-out poster highlighting 60 baffling and brillian
£18.35
Guardian Faber Publishing The Language Lover’s Puzzle Book: Lexical
Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Alex's Adventures in Numberland and Can You Solve My Problems? comes a fascinating, hugely entertaining collection of puzzles for crossword addicts and language-lovers of all stripes. 'The only puzzle book I've seen that manages to befuddle both sides of the brain at the same time.'DARA Ó BRIAIN'Such fun, full of unexpected ideas and charmingly written.'TIM HARFORDThe Language Lover's Puzzle Book is a book of more than 100 surprising and entertaining puzzles that celebrate the amazing diversity of the world of words and language.Featuring a huge variety of ancient, modern and even invented languages, this collection of problems will introduce you to unusual alphabets and scripts, curious vocabularies and phonologies, and global variations in simple behaviours like counting, telling the time, and naming children.Whether you are a crossword solver, a code-breaker or a Scrabble addict, these puzzles are guaranteed to twist your tongue and sharpen your mind.'Alex Bellos is a dazzling polymath whose cleverness and ingenuity are on full display in this utterly brilliant and original collection of linguistic puzzles. This book is destined to be a classic for puzzle lovers.'JOSHUA FOER, co-founder of Atlas Obscura and author Moonwalking with Einstein'An irresistible linguistic workout - challenging and deeply satisfying.'GASTON DORREN, author of Lingo and Babel'For all the language and puzzle fans in your life!' GRETCHEN McCULLOCH'A cornucopia of ingenious and insightful challenges.' DAVID CRYSTAL'This compendium of puzzles is a great idea.' MICHAEL ROSEN'You'll love what Alex Bellos has done here.' GYLES BRANDRETH'Tantalisting.' THE ECONOMIST'The perfect way to pass the time.' BBC SCIENCE FOCUS
£9.49
Andrews McMeel Publishing Magic Eye II Now You See It...
Book SynopsisThe second of the New York Times bestselling series, Magic Eye. You need to see it to believe it!Exercise your eyes and imagination with 29 mind-bending 3D illusions. 2D illustrations will magically morph before your eyes to reveal what is secretly hidden in 3D. Viewing instructions and a solution key are included. The longer you look, the clearer the hidden 3D image will become. The further away you hold the page, the deeper it becomes!
£9.99
Arcturus Publishing 5 Minute Puzzles Wordsearch
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£9.49
Arcturus Publishing The Turing Tests Expert Battleships
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£7.59
Union Square & Co. Sip Solve TwoMinute Brainteasers
Book SynopsisThis book is filled with classic brainteasers, featuring bite-size puzzles that will test your wits in a variety of ways, featuring math puzzles, wordplay, logic, lateral thinking, visual puzzles, and more! They're the perfect accompaniment to a coffee break (or any other kind of break), posing challenges that are quick but satisfying.
£8.57
Little, Brown Book Group The Bookshop Murder
Book SynopsisStep into a detective's shoes to solve a murder committed on a quiet street of bookshops in a brand new escape-room style puzzle solving mystery from Henry Lewis, author of The Museum Heist. 8 suspects. 1 Crime. Lots of puzzles.
£15.29
Octopus Publishing Group The 1000 Dot-To-Dot Book: Animals: Twenty
Book SynopsisIt's dot-to-dot gone wild in this addition to the 1000 Dot-to-Dot series, as author Thomas Pavitte sets out to explore the animal kingdom. Enjoy bringing your favourite animals to life with The 1000 Dot-to-Dot Book: Animals, featuring popular pets such as cats and dogs, alongside the more exotic beasts of feathers, fur and scales - each rendered in 1000 dots, and resulting in beautifully detailed line drawings that you'll want to keep.
£13.56
Union Square & Co. New Grids on the Block
Book SynopsisIs your '90s knowledge da bomb? Are your crossword skills all that and a bag of chips? The 411 is that these puzzles are filled with clues that blossom with rad '90s trivia and pop culture references, from the Spice Girls to Troll dolls to Clueless and beyond. Plus, the puzzles progress from easy to hard, which makes this book perfect for '90s kids of all skill levels and those looking to take a step-by-step approach to solving. If you get stuck, the answer section explains it all for you.
£9.49
Orion Publishing Co The World of Sherlock Holmes
Book Synopsis• 1000-PIECE PUZZLE featuring Sherlock Holmes'' London in glorious detail• SPOT FAMOUS CHARACTERS, crime-solving clues, and historical figures as you build the puzzle. Hunt for Sir Arthur Conan Doyle''s most memorable characters, from the hound at Baskerville Hall to Moriarty, Dr. Watson, Mycroft and more, as well as real historical figures from the era.• INCLUDES A FOLD-OUT POSTER featuring fun Sherlock facts• STURDY & ATTRACTIVE BOX perfect for gifting and storageDon your deerstalker and immerse yourself in Sherlock Holmes'' London in this art jigsaw puzzle complete with bodies, boat chases, and, of course, 221B Baker Street. Perfect for avid puzzlers, families and bookworms
£18.35
Arcturus Publishing Large Print Whodunits
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£7.59
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Puzzle Challenge
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£7.59
Octopus Publishing Group The 1000 Dot-to-Dot Book: Cityscapes: Twenty
Book SynopsisIn The 1000 Dot-to-Dot Book: Cityscapes, Thomas Pavitte takes his incredible 1000 Dot-to-Dot series to the urban jungle.Tackle the iconic skylines and landmarks of Paris, New York, London, Venice and many more besides, and experience the cities of the world in a whole new way as each one comes to life beneath your pen.
£14.31
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Pride and Prejudice Puzzles
£9.49
Arcturus Publishing Large Print Puzzles
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£7.59
Orion Publishing Co The Official Poirot Puzzle Book
£15.29
Arcturus Publishing The Scandi Wordsearch Collection
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
Ebury Publishing The Official Strictly Come Dancing Puzzle Book
Book SynopsisNeil Somerville is a full-time writer and puzzle setter. He has written many bestsellers including puzzle books on Radio 4, The Archers, The Train Lover's Puzzle Book, Literary Puzzle Book as well as Cat Wisdom: 60 Great Lessons You Can Learn from a Cat and a long running series on Chinese Horoscopes. He also sets puzzles for a newspaper syndicate. Before writing full-time, Neil was a researcher for the BBC for 25 years and mainly based at the BBC Written Archives Centre. He enjoys travel, especially to colder climes, writes haiku and is a member of the Magic Circle. He lives in Berkshire with his wife and has two adult children.
£13.49
Arcturus Publishing Extra Large Print Puzzles
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£7.59
Arcturus Publishing Spot the Difference Picture Puzzles
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£9.49
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Wordsearch
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£6.99
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Oddities
Book SynopsisLife’s odd, isn’t it? People are odd, places are odd, things are odd. It’s an odd old world. There’s oddity in the strangest places, not least in this extreme odd-one-out challenge.From a perfectly groomed, flowery beard and a trendy cycling cap, to a prickly cactus and a delicious flat white, discover the minute differences lurking on every page. There are odd ones out to spot, hipster accessories to match, and much more millennial fun to be had.Cool and quirky black and white illustrations are accompanied by funny one liners and utterly useless, and odd, trivia. It’s time to find the oddest of odd ones out.
£7.59
Laurence King The World of Norse Mythology
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£18.35
Chronicle Books Murder Most Puzzling
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£12.34
Thames & Hudson Ltd Charles Darwins Voyage on H.M.S. Beagle
Book SynopsisMaria Rivans is a collage artist based in Brighton, UK. She curated the images in the hugely successful Extraordinary Things to Cut Out and Collage (2020), has exhibited her work internationally, and created a book and three unique jigsaw puzzles. Known for its surreal approach, Maria's collages are in a constant dialogue with cultures of the past, reinventing narratives while spinning bizarre and dreamlike tales.
£19.19
Flame Tree Publishing Adult Sustainable Jigsaw Puzzle Angela Harding
Book SynopsisPart of a new, exciting series of sustainable jigsaw puzzles with sturdy pieces. These high-quality, 1000-piece puzzles from Flame Tree are free of plastic packaging, made with FSC -certified paper and board, and feature powerful and popular works of art. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Art by Angela Harding.
£14.39
Arcturus Publishing The Lion the Witch and the Wordsearch
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.
£9.49
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Crime Scene Puzzles
£7.59
Galison Michael Storrings Bow Bridge in Central Park
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£12.35
Arcturus Publishing Wordsearch
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£9.49
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Great Works of Art Spot the Difference
£9.49
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Crosswords
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£6.99
Orion Publishing Co 299 Cats and a dog
Book Synopsis• A JIGSAW WITH A TWIST: no two shapes are the same, and each piece is a cat (except for one that''s a dog. See if you can find it!).• HOURS OF MADDENING FUN. Have you got what it takes to assemble all 299 cats into a perfect puzzle?• CHARMING ILLUSTRATIONS by Léa Maupetit• STURDY & ATTRACTIVE BOX perfect for gifting and storageIn 299 Cats (and a dog), a cunning cluster puzzle, there are no regular jigsaw shapes and a whole lot of felines! Have you got what it takes to assemble all 299 cats into a perfect puzzle? A great game for avid puzzlers, families, kids and pet lovers it will provide hours of fun!
£19.37
Arcturus Publishing Ltd Wordsearch
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£7.59
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd The Whodunnit Puzzle Book: 80 Cosy Crime Puzzles
Book SynopsisSummon your inner Miss Marple and get ready to deduce whodunnit in this fiendish collection of crime puzzles from Dr Gareth Moore.Mischief is afoot, and you’ve been summoned to stop it – pit your wits against nefarious criminals and solve a townful of mysteries. Put your Agatha Christie hat on and find out if you’re sharp enough to catch the criminals before they cause any more trouble. Featuring 10 scenarios, each scenario opens with a scene setting and notes made in the notebook of the investigator which lead you through a series of puzzles to the denouement. With all kinds of puzzles, including logic, word, number, picture and memory challenges, this book will put your wits to the test – so grab a cup of tea and a pencil and get ready to snuggle up with this perplexing collection of cosy crime puzzles.
£9.49
Floris Books Dragon Flight over Eilean Donan Castle 1000piece
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£15.29
Chartwell Books Mega Crosswords
£9.49
Flame Tree Publishing Adult Sustainable Jigsaw Puzzle Royal School of
Book SynopsisNew title in exciting series of sturdy, square-box 1000-piece jigsaw puzzles from Flame Tree, featuring powerful and popular works of art and providing a challenge for adult puzzlers of all levels!Part of an exciting series of sturdy, square-box 1000-piece jigsaw puzzles from Flame Tree, featuring powerful and popular works of art. This new jigsaw will satisfy your need for a challenge, with the Royal School of Needlework''s Wall of Wool. This 1000 piece jigsaw is intended for adults and children over 13 years. Not suitable for children under 3 years due to small parts. Finished Jigsaw size 735 x 510mm/29 x 20 ins. Includes an A4 poster for reference.The Royal School of Needlework is known worldwide for exceptional technical tuition in the art of hand embroidery; the conservation and restoration of historic embroidered textiles and prestigious embroidery commissions, created in its Embroidery Studio at Hampton Court Palace. The large Wall of
£14.39
