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    Moomin Bookshelves: Pale Blue (Foiled Journal)

     

    A FLAME TREE NOTEBOOK. Beautiful and luxurious the journals combine high-quality production and sustainable paper with magnificent art. Perfect as a gift, and an essential personal choice for writers, notetakers, travellers, students, poets and diarists. Features a wide range of well-known and modern artists, with new artworks published throughout the year. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED. The highly crafted covers are printed in full colour, embossed then foil stamped, complemented by the luxury binding and rose red endpapers. The covers are created by our artists and designers who spend many hours transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3d masterpieces that feel good in the hand, and look wonderful on a desk or table. PRACTICAL, EASY TO USE. Flame Tree Notebooks come with practical features too: a pocket at the back for scraps and receipts; two ribbon markers to help keep track of more than just a to-do list; robust ivory text paper, printed with lines; and when you need to collect other notes or scraps of paper the magnetic side flap keeps everything neat and tidy. THE ARTIST. Tove Jansson was a Finnish-Swedish writer and artist who created the Moomin family and their friends. She first started painting Moomintrolls in the 1930s and her last Moomin book was published in 1977, but her stories live on and continue to be adapted and enjoyed by many generations. THE FINAL WORD. As William Morris said, 'Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.

     

    £10.99

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    Murdle Heist

     

    The sixth instalment in the #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING MURDLE series 'UTTERLY ADDICTIVE!' JANICE HALLETT, bestselling author of THE TWYFORD CODE and THE APPEAL 'AN ABSOLUTE PHENOMENON' RICHARD OSMAN, bestselling author of THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB SERIES You've solved the murders, you've uncovered the mysteries, you've caught the culprits... but can you pull off the perfect crime? In this brand-new adventure, join criminal mastermind Miss Ruby as she gathers a madcap crew and puts together a series of elaborate heists on her quest to become the world's greatest thief. Use your trusty deduction grids to figure out how to commit over fifty crimes and test your puzzling skills like never before! Will Miss Ruby outsmart the Red Mask and get away with the greatest heist the world has ever seen? Find out, if you dare to MURDLE!

     

    £10.99

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    You Are Elizabeth Bennet

     

    Is it a truth universally acknowledged that a young Austen heroine must be in want of a husband? You are in the world of a Jane Austen novel. As the events of Pride and Prejudice - and Austen's other novels - start to unfold around you, you must choose your own path, avoiding social scandal and unsuitable engagements, and write your own destiny, whether it's to marry a single man in possession of a good fortune or to become a famous author yourself. A witty and irreverent celebration of Jane Austen and her novels, this literary game will test all your powers of propriety and prudence.

     

    £9.99

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    The World of Little Women: A 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

     

    Piece together Louisa May Alcott's beloved novelFollow in the footsteps of the March sisters with this detailed jigsaw puzzle. Spot Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy staging a melodrama, Marmee reading a cherished letter from Father, Laurie and Jo dancing a polka and Amy painting in Paris, as well as plenty more memorable moments. With an accompanying poster written by experts on the novel, this puzzle beautifully captures the warmth, spirit and poignancy that have made Little Women such an enduring classic.PART OF THE WORLD OF JIGSAW PUZZLE SERIES which immerse puzzlers in the worlds of their favorite writers and works.FEATURING AN ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATION packed with detail and a large poster with an introduction to the novel by Little Women experts, Anne Phillips and Gregory Eiselein.1000-PIECE PUZZLE that measures 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27 in.) when completed.LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

     

    £18.99

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    The 70s Quiz

     

    Let's be honest, being a seventies kid was the best.Riding around all day on your bike, eating and drinking tens of thousands of calories before anyone knew what a calorie was. Health and safety just a glint in a really boring person's eye. Crashpads?! Helmets?! Seatbelts?! Rub some dirt on it.Prawn cocktail, Angel Delight, Arctic Roll. All washed down with gallons of delicious fruity creamy Cresta. You want something fizzy instead? We make our own drinks fizzy now. Deal with it.Glam rock, Punk and Disco?! Enough said. The air heady with the commingling scent of Brut and Anais Anais. Though admittedly long term it wasn't a wholly positive thing, smoking was cool. Colour TV, video recorders and answering machines. Welcome to the future.Here, in quiz book form, is a celebration of those glorious years. Taking in more than 500 questions across Film, TV, Music, Arts & Culture, Current Affairs, Food and Drink, Games and toys, Celebrities, Sport, Fashion and design, Technology, Crazes & Fads, Idioms and Sayings, Books and Magazines and with one Super Dooper Impossibly Hard question per round, there's something for everyone.And the best thing is, you don't have to have that haircut this time around.Challenge yourself with more nostalgic trivia in The 80s Quiz and The 90s Quiz.

     

    £10.99

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    Jamie Smart's Hero Slam Expansion Pack: Curse of the Cat Demon

     

    In the depths of the Enchanted Forest, a new adventure awaits... Behold, the temple of the Cat Demon! Do you dare to enter? Choose from 25 brave new Heroes to take on this feline foe! Jamie Smart's Curse of the Cat Demon Expansion Pack includes 25 new Heroes, 1 new Villain, 3 new Side Quests, 1 new Imp (x3), a mini-comic and exclusive Hero Slam stickers! As well as additional Fight Cards and Imp Cards to add into your main Hero Slam deck.MAIN CARD GAME REQUIRED TO PLAY: These cards are an Expansion Pack and require the base Hero Slam game in order to play. Simply add the new cards into your main deck and play as normal!BY AWARD-WINNING CREATOR AND ILLUSTRATOR JAMIE SMART: Winner of Audiobook of the Year at the 2025 British Book Awards and both Illustrator of the Year and Best Illustrated Children's Book at the 2024 British Book Awards, as well as Illustrator of the Year and Best Book for 6-8 Year Olds at the 2024 Laugh Out Loud Book Awards.LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

     

    £12.99

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    Jamie Smart's Hero Slam Jigsaw Puzzle: Inside the Temple of the Cat Demon: A 200

     

    Piece together our Heroes' latest epic adventure, in the Temple of the Cat Demon!Join new faces and familiar favorites as you help Jamie Smart's Heroes fight their way through the Temple of the Cat Demon! Immerse yourself in the expanded world as you piece together a brand new scene from the Hero Slam universe, spotting daring Side Quests and mischievous Imps. The completed puzzle forms a maze - can you find your way through it to the final battle with this feline foe?FEATURING 25 NEW HEROES from Jamie Smart's Hero Slam Expansion Pack: Curse of the Cat Demon. Meet them all on the fold-out poster!200 PIECES -perfect for children aged 6+, the completed puzzles measures 49.5 x 36cmBY AWARD-WINNING CREATOR AND ILLUSTRATOR JAMIE SMART: Winner of Audiobook of the Year at the 2025 British Book Awards and both Illustrator of the Year and Best Illustrated Children's Book at the 2024 British Book Awards, as well as Illustrator of the Year and Best Book for 6-8 Year Olds at the 2024 Laugh Out Loud Book Awards.LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

     

    £14.99

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    Dino Snap

     

    Match up all your favourite dinosaurs as you play Snap, Memory Match, Go Fish or Collect Four! Spot Stella theStegosaurus, Tyrone the T-Rex and more in four fun-filled card games.JUMBO CARDS cards measuring 11.5 x 8 cm that are big enough for little hands in a compact package that makes it perfect for on-the-go entertainment wherever you goFAST GAME PLAY that children of any age can learn quickly and instantly enjoy, with no complicated rules to learnADORABLE ILLUSTRATIONS of 13 dinosaurs, including a Velociraptor, a Triceratops, a Stegosaurus, a T-Rex - and more!LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books

     

    £9.99

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    The Friendship Book 2027

     

    A perennial favourite, The Friendship Book returns for 2027 with its much‑loved formula: a warm and uplifting reflection for each day of the year. Brimming with gentle wisdom, uplifting verses and heartfelt observations, this beautifully crafted volume invites readers to pause, reflect and find inspiration in the small joys and shared experiences of everyday life. It is a comforting companion for readers of all ages, whether dipped into occasionally or enjoyed as part of a daily ritual. Elegantly produced and designed to delight, it remains the perfect gift - one that carries good wishes not just once, but all year long.

     

    £12.99

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    Collins Little Books Card Games

     

    The perfect gift for lovers of Card Games.40 popular card games, with clear instructions and guidance on how to master each one.Easy to follow helpful advice on learning more than 40 of the most popular card games. This beautifully presented edition will offer all the help and guidance you need to learn how to play these ever-popular games.Illustrated throughout with colour diagrams showing hands, moves and simple to follow instructions.

     

    £7.99

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    The World of Harry: An Unofficial 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle Inspired by the Works

     

    Celebrate all things Harry Styles in this stunning 1000-piece puzzle inspired by the pop superstar. Take a deep dive into Harry's world and discover the themes, symbolism and meanings behind his bestselling chart toppers. Inclduing a fold-out poster guide and brimming with Easter eggs for fans to spot, this is a must-have puzzle for any Styles fan!1000-PIECE PUZZLE that measures 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27 in.) when completed.A STUNNING ILLUSTRATION by Anna Higgie packed with detail and Easter eggs for fans to spot.INCLUDES A PULL-OUT POSTER with a deep dive into Harry's music and the themes and symbolism behind his biggest hits.LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

     

    £18.99

  • The World of the Museum: An Art Lover's 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle With Over 80 Ma

     

    Step inside The Met and discover over 80 masterpieces in this detailed 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle. Explore artworks from around the globe - including Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas - then travel through time as you visit collections of medieval, Egyptian, Greek and Roman relics. Spot mischief and mayhem along the way, as artworks come to life, artists roam the halls and surprising museum visitors admire the art!1000-PIECE PUZZLE featuring a bustling museum scene with fun details to spot by Andrew RaeART LOVERS can piece together over 80 iconic works of art from masters such as Hokusai, Van Gogh and CaravaggioINCLUDES A POSTER with introductions to the works of artLAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books

     

    £18.99

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    The World of Witches: A Cultural History of Witchcraft in a 1000-Piece Jigsaw Pu

     

    Piece together the magical and macabre history of witchcraft in this spellbinding jigsaw puzzle. Spot iconic witches from literature, mythology, folklore, art and film, from the ancient world to the modern day. Read about key events, moments and figures in witchcraft history, and discover how portrayals of the witch transform over time in the accompanying poster. Featuring renowned witches from Macbeth, The Crucible, Doctor Faustus, The Wizard of Oz and scenes inspired by real-life events like the Salem witch trials, the Pendle Witches and the Würzburg witch trials.1000-PIECE PUZZLE with an enchanting illustration by Eleanor Taylor, measuring 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27 in.) when completedINCLUDES A PULL-OUT POSTER with text by Dr Laura Kounine on the history of witchcraftBESTSELLING SERIES:The World of... jigsaw puzzles from Laurence King are a fun way to celebrate pop cultural moments, historic movements and the lives and works of creative greatsLAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books

     

    £18.99

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    Cluedle - 5 Minute Mystery Puzzles: Round the World

     

    Calling all budding spies and puzzle solvers!Hartigan Browne might be Britain's greatest detective but he's embarking on a global mission to solve cases all over the world. You'll need your detective skills to discover:* What is suspicious about the wildlife tour Safari So Good?* Has Filip van Dolphin been falsely accused of banana boat theft?* What has been returned to Egypt's Great Pyramid?As you travel from city to city, you'll both be put to the test with 50 mind-boggling puzzles designed to be completed in five minutes or less . . . so keep an eye on the clock! Packed full of codes to crack, evidence to evaluate, clues to unravel and maps to navigate, Cluedle is puzzling fun for the whole family.Join Hartigan Browne to solve full cases in the bestselling Cluedle series with Cluedle - 5 Minute Mystery Puzzles: Agent in Training, The Case of the Dumpleton Diamond and The Case of the Grindstone Goblet.

     

    £5.99

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    The World of Scandals at Court: A 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

     

    Immerse yourself in some of the most interesting scandals in British and European royal history, from the intrigues of Henry VIII to Guy Fawkes' gunpowder plot. Illustrated by Barry Falls and accompanied by an expert text from historian and author Professor Kate Williams, this jigsaw will allow you to discover some of history's most intriguing moments - from the Normans to the Victorians!1000-PIECE PUZZLE that measures 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27 in.) when completedINCLUDES A PULL-OUT POSTER with an expert text pulling out all the historical detailBESTSELLING SERIES:The World of... jigsaw puzzles from Laurence King are a fun way to celebrate moments of history, pop culture and the lives and works of creative greatsLAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books

     

    £24.99

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    The World of the Odyssey & Other Greek Myths: A 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle by

     

    This jigsaw brings together Odysseus' famed journey in one epic scene. Each reference from the tale is highlighted and explained in an accompanying fold-out poster with text by an expert author.1000-PIECE PUZZLE that measures 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27 in.) when completedINCLUDES A FOLD-OUT POSTER with an introduction to the Odyssey and descriptions of all the characters featuredSTUNNING ILLUSTRATION by best-selling jigsaw illustrator Adam SimpsonLAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books

     

    £18.99

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    Around the World in 80 Murders Puzzle Book

     

    Join Inspector Valise on an epic round-the-world adventure, solving 80 murders along the way.From Britain's hugely popular puzzle-writing duo Dr Gareth Moore and Laura Ayres, this books is full of brilliant brainteasers. Travel by plane, train and automobile as you take in the sights and examine evidence, tackling many of Inspector Valise's most famous international cases. Solve the puzzle in each location to bring together the pieces of every murderous case, working out whodunnit - and why.You'll find felons in the foothills of Mount Fuji, hunt for clues on the French Riviera, and catch a killer on the Trans-Siberian Express. There are logic challenges to tackle, cryptic codes to crack, and navigational conundrums that will challenge even the most experienced of explorers.Inspired by classic crime stories from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, Around the World in 80 Murders evokes a bygone era of adventure, mystery - and murder most intrepid. Perfect for readers who enjoy the classic mysteries of Agatha Christie, Ngaio Marsh and Dorothy L. Sayers, as well as anyone who loves solving puzzles.

     

    £10.99

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    Around the World in 50 Orchids: A 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle by Whooli Chen

     

    Do you know your Flying Duck from your Venus Slipper? Piece together the most remarkable species of orchid found all over the globe with this colorful puzzle in the bestselling Around the World series. From the bee orchid in the Mediterranean, to the moon orchid in Indonesia, to the dancing lady orchid in America bobbing in the breeze, discover what makes each species unique with the fold-out poster with text by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.1000-PIECE PUZZLE FOR PLANT LOVERS that showcases the huge variety of orchids from around the globeSTUNNING ARTWORK from Whooli Chen brings the amazing species to lifeEXPERT KNOWLEDGE FROM KEW GARDENS on the fold-out poster, read intriguing facts about one of the most ancient and adaptable plant families in the worldLAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books

     

    £24.99

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    The Telegraph Quick Crosswords 2

     

    Hone your puzzling skills with 150 more quick crosswords, guaranteed to test your vocabulary, general knowledge and lateral thinking to the limits. This is the second book in a brand new relaunch of the best-selling Telegraph crossword series, with all new puzzles for 2017.

     

    £9.99

  • The World of Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales: A 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle b

    The World of Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales: A 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle b

    Immerse yourself in the beloved tales of Hans Christian Andersen, from The Little Mermaid to The Ugly Duckling and The Snow Queen. Illustrated by Adam Simpson, this puzzle brings together some of our favorite stories in beautiful detail, and comes with an illustrated poster introducing the author's life and works.1000-PIECE PUZZLE that measures 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27 in.) when completedINCLUDES A PULL-OUT POSTER with excerpts from all the stories featuredBESTSELLING SERIES:The World of... jigsaw puzzles from Laurence King are a fun way to celebrate pop cultural moments, historic movements and the lives and works of creative greatsLAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

    £18.99

  • Daily Mail Quick Crosswords Vol 1

    Daily Mail Quick Crosswords Vol 1

    Get 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!

  • Bird Bingo

    Bird Bingo

    Popular theme: game features 64 birds from the blackbird to the wandering albatross

    £24.99

  • The Story of Iconic Artists: A 500 Piece Art History Jigsaw Puzzle by Andrew Rae

    The Story of Iconic Artists: A 500 Piece Art History Jigsaw Puzzle by Andrew Rae

    Piece together the pop art universe in this The Story of Iconic Artists, depicting the madcap world of art from Botticelli's Birth of Venus to Damien Hirst's diamond-encrusted skull. Spot a huge collection of art-world darlings (including Andy Warhol, Salvador Dalí, Frida Kahlo and Yayoi Kusama) and savour a fantastic multitude of artistic details as you build the puzzle. Perfect for avid puzzlers, families and art lovers.500-PIECE PUZZLE featuring a madcap pop art scene in fantastic detail, ranging through time from the Dutch masters to Kusama's dotsSPOT FAMOUS FIGURES and art references as you build the puzzleINCLUDES A POSTER of curious pop art factscolorFUL ARTWORK by illustrator Andrew Rae.

    £14.99

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