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In 1924, Simon & Schuster published its first title, "The Cross Word Puzzle Book." Not only was it this new publisher's first release, it was the first collection of crossword puzzles ever printed.

Today, more than eighty years later, the legendary "Simon & Schuster Crossword Puzzle Book" series maintains its status as the standard-bearer for cruciverbal excellence. Published every two months, the series continues to provide the freshest and most original puzzles on the market. Created by the best contemporary constructors -- and edited by top puzzle master John M. Samson -- these Sunday-sized brain-breakers offer hours of stimulation for solvers of every level.

Can you take the challenge? Sharpen your pencils, grit your teeth, and find out!

200 New Puzzles -- From Easy to Just About Difficult

Su Doku, "the crossword without words," comes with a warning: it is seriously addictive. You don't need to be a mathematical genius to solve these puzzles; it is simply a question of logic and a little patience.

WILL SHORTZ, puzzle editor of The New York Times since 1993, founded and directs the annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament and the World Puzzle Championship. He is the Puzzlemaster for NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday. Shortz lives in Pleasantville, New York.

Ultimate word search – over 190 pages!

Chooooon Part 2 - Spot the Vanburger continues where the previous edition ended. It is the ever changing story of internet radio station Seafordsurf radio. In part one we read about the shenanigans in the Boardroom where the board members concoct their cocktails of business and pleasure hidden away and out of view from the other DJs. In this second edition which is the final part of the trilogy we look deeper into the world of the DJs. Who are they, what do they get up to and more importantly what do they stand for? As requested by SSR Listeners and those who have purchased part 1 Frogbeats quiz challenge has returned for you to pit your wits against. There is also Vanburger's Spot the Collie for you to mull over and enjoy. Not only that but the author challenges you to Spot the Vanburger's which are located throughout this book. Not only that but there is a cryptic coded message for you to decipher as well - if you are able! Weirdbeard takes over the mantel from DJ Wayne as chief ranter as he sets out his manifesto to become Prime Minister. SSR also puts its toe in the water with community campaigns. SSR cares about local issues. This edition is also packed with information and photographs from DJ Wayne's outside broadcasts, Whittlesey Talent Show, and Just another Show. This is a further fascinating insight into Seafordsurf Radio and the people who are involved on a daily basis - Enjoy! The author's previous books are Not so perfect cooking and Chooooon Part a pictorial journey with Seaford Surf Radio. Also look out for Oh Blogger! which contains rants and funny stories from his daily blog. Not to be missed! All publications are available from Fast Print Publishing.

Maleska and Samson have gone back to previous collections to find the best puzzles for this super book. Wordplay, puns, anagrams, step-quotes, funny and fanciful theme puzzles are all included, promising new fun for the many fans of the Simon & Schuster series.

Expand your mind as you lighten your load! Make use of those dull moments on the lavatory by teaching yourself how a starfish eats a clam, how to say "Hello" in every European language and what the dot over an "i" is called. Covering all types of trivia, from science and natural history to the different types of moustache, this little book contains enough fascinating facts to keep you learning throughout the year. You will pick up impressive knowledge and remarkable wisdom such as: The capital cities of every country The major bones in the human body The longest word you can spell using only the top row of letters on a keyboard The inventor of sticky tape The world's oceans and seas How bees make honey And much, much more. A superb addition to anyone's bathroom library, this book could help you win at your next quiz or at least give you a bunch of fun facts to spout when you're out and about. "Taking a dump just got a lot more interesting" Crapping Quarterly

"A Guide to Trolley Model Building" offers an introduction to an interesting phase of model building for all gauges. Prepared by the Model Traction Guild.

This book is a perfect combination of almost all possible connotations of the names of the four suits of the deck. The different meanings, riding on fascinating, mind-boggling activities and exercises, will make you forget to keep a track of time! Watch out as you go through the pages. You might just Call a Spade a Spade, and then think again. You could get Hit by a Club! or even get Spoiled for Diamonds! You might even end up losing yourself in A Game of Hearts! Go with the flow and be ready to be swept off your feed by the enchanted appeal of this book.

This collection of verbal and visual challenges will help you stay sharp and stimulated as you embark on a new chapter in life Retirement is incredibly rich with possibilities - it's just a question of how to fill all that free time. Well, now that you've earned many an hour of peaceful freedom, how about a puzzle or two to prove you're still as clever as you always were? From quick-fire trivia questions to more leisurely crosswords and sudoku, whether you're a recent retiree, approaching the big day or have been enjoying your freedom for years, there's plenty in these pages to keep you busy and set your mind purring. Inside you will find a rich variety of puzzles for all tastes, including these: Find a whole new set of hobbies within a raft of word searches Spot the differences between various comical scenarios you might find yourself in Shuffle a bunch of anagrams to locate some objects that could come in handy Tackle the pictorial problems posed by a variety of rebus puzzles

147 Snooker Drills and Exercises will help players of all standards to improve their game. It presents a range of practice routines that covers all aspects of a player's game. Some are more advanced than others, allowing the player working on a particular area of their game to pick out the exercises they feel will help them most. The routines become more difficult as the pages go on, so the beginner can work through them and use them to set targets to make their practice competitive. For coaches, the routines will assist in giving variety in lessons and helping to set targets in lessons.

Brain-eye coordination!

Ultimate word search – over 190 pages!