The Book Lover's Puzzle Book : 200 Brain-Teasing Puzzles, Games and Trivia Featuring the Writers, Works and Wonders of the Literary World - Kitty Greenbrown

The Book Lover's Puzzle Book : 200 Brain-Teasing Puzzles, Games and Trivia Featuring the Writers, Works and Wonders of the Literary World - Kitty Greenbrown

Kitty Greenbrown

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Published 8 October 2026

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  • Pages · 240 pages, Approx 80 b/w illos.
  • Publication Date · 08/10/2026
  • Genre · Puzzles & quizzes
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Lose yourself in the pages of this captivating puzzle book, celebrating the world's greatest writers and works of literatureFrom Shakespeare's iconic plays to Austen's timeless romances, and Dickens' unforgettable characters to Atwood's haunting dystopias, The Book Lover's Puzzle Book brings together centuries of storytelling in one tome. Perfect for bookworms, casual readers and trivia fans alike, this volume is brimming with challenges that will test your memory, sharpen your wits and deepen your appreciation for the written word. Inside you'll find a rich variety of conundrums inspired by classic and modern literature, from riddles and crosswords to word searches and spot-the-differences. Along the way you'll encounter unforgettable authors, legendary characters and milestone moments in literary history. The puzzles inside will challenge you to:- Complete a crossword to uncover the names of celebrated Irish writers- Guide the Mad Hatter through a maze to reach the tea party- Unscramble an anagram to reveal famous literary prize winners- Test your knowledge of writers, landmark publications and the wider world of literatureSo, settle in, and prepare to embark on a journey through the greatest stories ever told, one puzzle at a time.

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