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Perilous Problems for Puzzle Lovers

Math, Logic & Word Puzzles to Challenge Your Brain

by Alex Bellos ...

Series series Alex Bellos Puzzle
Put your wits—and survival instincts—to the test!Publisher's Note: Perilous Problems for Puzzle Lovers was previously published in the UK under the title So You Think You've Got Problems?In Perilous Problems for Puzzle Lovers, Alex Bellos collects 125 of the world's greatest stumpers—many dangerous to your person, and all dangerous to your pride. Brace yourself to wrestle with wordplay, grapple ... Read more

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Put your wits—and survival instincts—to the test!Publisher's Note: Perilous Problems for Puzzle Lovers was previously published in the UK under the title So You Think You've Got Problems?In Perilous Problems for Puzzle Lovers, Alex Bellos collects 125 of the world's greatest stumpers—many dangerous to your person, and all dangerous to your pride. Brace yourself to wrestle with wordplay, grapple
... Read more
Play Nice

The Rise, Fall, and Future Of Blizzard Entertainment

by Jason Schreier ...

**A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND AN NPR BEST BOOK OF 2024From a New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist comes The Social Network for the video game industry: a riveting examination of Blizzard Entertainment's rise and shocking downfall—"A fast paced thrill ride, perfect for anyone who has ever played a video game" (Ben Mezrich).**For video game fans, the name Blizzard ... Read more

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**A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND AN NPR BEST BOOK OF 2024From a New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist comes The Social Network for the video game industry: a riveting examination of Blizzard Entertainment's rise and shocking downfall—"A fast paced thrill ride, perfect for anyone who has ever played a video game" (Ben Mezrich).**For video game fans, the name Blizzard
... Read more
Doom Guy

Life in First Person: Building DOOM and a Gaming Revolution

by John Romero ...

The inspiring, long-awaited autobiography of video-game designer and DOOM co-creator John Romero“A highly entertaining and thoughtful memoir” (Wall Street Journal) * ”The best non-fiction gaming book of all time." (Forbes)After decades in the gaming spotlight, Romero tells his story at last—revealing new, behind-the-scenes insight... ... Read more

$12.49 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The inspiring, long-awaited autobiography of video-game designer and DOOM co-creator John Romero“A highly entertaining and thoughtful memoir” (Wall Street Journal) * ”The best non-fiction gaming book of all time." (Forbes)After decades in the gaming spotlight, Romero tells his story at last—revealing new, behind-the-scenes insight...
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Word Search – 600 Mixed Puzzles

Four levels of challenge brought together in 600 varied word searches

by PuzzleForge Press ...

Word Search – 600 Mixed Puzzles is a varied digital word search book for puzzle fans who enjoy everything from relaxing hidden-word puzzles to demanding concentration challenges. This EPUB edition includes 600 word search puzzles across four difficulty levels, with 150 easy, 150 medium, 150 hard and 150 extreme puzzles, plus 9,000 words to find and all solutions. It is an excellent choice for ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Word Search – 600 Mixed Puzzles is a varied digital word search book for puzzle fans who enjoy everything from relaxing hidden-word puzzles to demanding concentration challenges. This EPUB edition includes 600 word search puzzles across four difficulty levels, with 150 easy, 150 medium, 150 hard and 150 extreme puzzles, plus 9,000 words to find and all solutions. It is an excellent choice for
... Read more
Modern Poker Theory

Building an unbeatable strategy based on GTO principles

by Michael Acevedo ...

Modern Poker Theory is a comprehensive, rigorous guide to the most important aspects of No-Limit Hold'em. It is based around an in-depth examination of what is meant by game theory optimal play (GTO) and how it can be applied at the table. Understanding GTO is fundamental to being able to make accurate poker decisions and being able to exploit players who don't. Modern Poker Theory uses modern ... Read more

$21.59 USD

Modern Poker Theory is a comprehensive, rigorous guide to the most important aspects of No-Limit Hold'em. It is based around an in-depth examination of what is meant by game theory optimal play (GTO) and how it can be applied at the table. Understanding GTO is fundamental to being able to make accurate poker decisions and being able to exploit players who don't. Modern Poker Theory uses modern
... Read more
Warhammer 40,000 Character Encyclopedia

by Wade Pryce ...

A comprehensive guide to over 120 characters from the expansive Warhammer 40,000 universe!Whether you’re a newcomer to the grim darkness of the far future or a long-time adherent hungry for more lore, the Warhammer 40,000 Character Encyclopedia is for you. From the stalwart commanders of the Space Marines to the mysterious Phoenix Lords of the Aeldari, explore the greatest warriors and leaders of ... Read more

$10.99 USD

A comprehensive guide to over 120 characters from the expansive Warhammer 40,000 universe!Whether you’re a newcomer to the grim darkness of the far future or a long-time adherent hungry for more lore, the Warhammer 40,000 Character Encyclopedia is for you. From the stalwart commanders of the Space Marines to the mysterious Phoenix Lords of the Aeldari, explore the greatest warriors and leaders of
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Fifty Things You Need to Know About World History

by Hugh Williams ...

What are the key 50 events you really need to understand to grasp the developments of our world?In this highly entertaining read Hugh Williams distils world history into an insightful overview. By selecting fifty key people, places, battles, objects and events, he casts a clear eye over the way the world has developed and how we live today.Injecting life into familiar historical landmarks as well ... Read more

$2.99 USD

What are the key 50 events you really need to understand to grasp the developments of our world?In this highly entertaining read Hugh Williams distils world history into an insightful overview. By selecting fifty key people, places, battles, objects and events, he casts a clear eye over the way the world has developed and how we live today.Injecting life into familiar historical landmarks as well
... Read more
Winning Chess Openings

by Yasser Seirawan ...

Start every game with confidence! The two greatest challenges for beginning chess players are not only to survive the openings phase, but also to choose appropriate attack and defence formations in the process. Winning Chess Openings shows players how to do both. In Yasser Seirawan's entertaining, easy-to-follow style, they are shown formations that can be used with other White or Black pieces. ... Read more

$21.99 USD

Start every game with confidence! The two greatest challenges for beginning chess players are not only to survive the openings phase, but also to choose appropriate attack and defence formations in the process. Winning Chess Openings shows players how to do both. In Yasser Seirawan's entertaining, easy-to-follow style, they are shown formations that can be used with other White or Black pieces.
... Read more
The Red Dragon & the West Wind

The Winning Guide to Official Chinese & American Mah-Jongg

by Tom Sloper ...

The Red Dragon & The West Wind is the perfect introduction to this ancient game of strategy and subterfuge, covering all aspects of the two most common varieties, American and Chinese, along with an overview of other global approaches.The book begins with the history and origin and moves on to the rules of play and ways to win and avoid essential errors as well as the etiquette to follow. With ... Read more

Was $12.99 USD Now $2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Red Dragon & The West Wind is the perfect introduction to this ancient game of strategy and subterfuge, covering all aspects of the two most common varieties, American and Chinese, along with an overview of other global approaches.The book begins with the history and origin and moves on to the rules of play and ways to win and avoid essential errors as well as the etiquette to follow. With
... Read more
Lem Bankers Sports Betting

by Lem Banker ...

This legendary book was out of print for more than 15 years. Banker, a veteran of over 40 years in sports betting, focuses on betting football, basketball, baseball and boxing. He discusses what it was like in the pre-computer days and how information was gathered, evaluated and bet on. He gives his insights on why it's important to know how to watch a game on television, his views on handicapping ... Read more

$8.69 USD

This legendary book was out of print for more than 15 years. Banker, a veteran of over 40 years in sports betting, focuses on betting football, basketball, baseball and boxing. He discusses what it was like in the pre-computer days and how information was gathered, evaluated and bet on. He gives his insights on why it's important to know how to watch a game on television, his views on handicapping
... Read more
Mahjong

A Chinese Game and the Making of Modern American Culture

by Annelise Heinz ...

How has a game brought together Americans and defined separate ethnic communities? This book tells the first history of mahjong and its meaning in American culture. Click-click-click. The sound of mahjong tiles connects American expatriates in Shanghai, Jazz Age white Americans, urban Chinese Americans in the 1930s, incarcerated Japanese Americans in wartime, Jewish American suburban mothers, and ... Read more

$25.69 USD

How has a game brought together Americans and defined separate ethnic communities? This book tells the first history of mahjong and its meaning in American culture. Click-click-click. The sound of mahjong tiles connects American expatriates in Shanghai, Jazz Age white Americans, urban Chinese Americans in the 1930s, incarcerated Japanese Americans in wartime, Jewish American suburban mothers, and
... Read more
Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 1

by Square Enix ...

An astonishing journey through the creation of the seminal role playing epic, officially available in English for the first time ever! This holy grail of Final Fantasy fandom is packed full of original concept art, process pieces, and notes from the original artists and designers chronicling the creation of these timeless games.Dark Horse and Square Enix are thrilled to offer the first of three ... Read more

$22.99 USD

An astonishing journey through the creation of the seminal role playing epic, officially available in English for the first time ever! This holy grail of Final Fantasy fandom is packed full of original concept art, process pieces, and notes from the original artists and designers chronicling the creation of these timeless games.Dark Horse and Square Enix are thrilled to offer the first of three
... Read more
World of Warcraft: Paragons

by Blizzard Entertainment ...

Series series WORLD OF WARCRAFT
Though their soldiers form a unified front on the battlefield, both the Alliance and the Horde include diverse races and nations within their ranks. Each of those nations has at its helm a leader of heroism and legend. Their actions and decisions shape Azeroth and forge its destiny. They inspire loyalty and loathing, fervor and fear, sometimes all from their own people.What do these heroes do when ... Read more

$5.99 USD

Though their soldiers form a unified front on the battlefield, both the Alliance and the Horde include diverse races and nations within their ranks. Each of those nations has at its helm a leader of heroism and legend. Their actions and decisions shape Azeroth and forge its destiny. They inspire loyalty and loathing, fervor and fear, sometimes all from their own people.What do these heroes do when
... Read more
Everybody Wins

What Games Teach Us About Making Products People Love

by Bing Gordon, Chloe Gordon ...

From the visionary force behind EA’s most beloved video games, a must-read book on what the billion-dollar secrets of game design can teach us about building products better and making customers happierVideo games are the biggest entertainment industry in the world—for a reason. Games tap into human psychology and drives like nothing else. So how can we recreate the satisfaction we feel playing ... Read more

$16.99 USD

From the visionary force behind EA’s most beloved video games, a must-read book on what the billion-dollar secrets of game design can teach us about building products better and making customers happierVideo games are the biggest entertainment industry in the world—for a reason. Games tap into human psychology and drives like nothing else. So how can we recreate the satisfaction we feel playing
... Read more
Be, Awake, Create

Mindful Practices to Spark Creativity

by Rebekah Younger, MFA ...

“The Artist’s Way for the twenty-first century.”—Nancy Coleman, PhD, clinical psychologist, writer, facilitator, and teacherSettle your mind, connect with the moment, and unleash your creativity with this unique and mindful art journal.In our demanding, fast-paced culture, it’s increasingly important to find ways to decompress and recuperate from the busyness and stress of life. More and more, ... Read more

$10.89 USD

“The Artist’s Way for the twenty-first century.”—Nancy Coleman, PhD, clinical psychologist, writer, facilitator, and teacherSettle your mind, connect with the moment, and unleash your creativity with this unique and mindful art journal.In our demanding, fast-paced culture, it’s increasingly important to find ways to decompress and recuperate from the busyness and stress of life. More and more,
... Read more
Minute Cryptic

Over 160 Wordplay Puzzles to Decipher, Unlock, and Untangle

by Angas Tiernan, Liam Runnalls ...

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • The Worldwide Hit, Now in PrintWelcome to your brand-new wordplay obsession.From the creators of the popular daily online game Minute Cryptic comes a step-by-step guide to an original and mind-bending word challenge. Prepare to unlock the secrets of cryptic crosswords, one clue at a time.Minute Cryptic puzzles are brain-teasers packed with sneaky wordplay: each clue is ... Read more

$11.99 USD

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • The Worldwide Hit, Now in PrintWelcome to your brand-new wordplay obsession.From the creators of the popular daily online game Minute Cryptic comes a step-by-step guide to an original and mind-bending word challenge. Prepare to unlock the secrets of cryptic crosswords, one clue at a time.Minute Cryptic puzzles are brain-teasers packed with sneaky wordplay: each clue is
... Read more
How to Win at Chess

The Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond

by Levy Rozman ...

Series series How to Win at Chess
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Learn chess from International Master and YouTube’s top chess teacher Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) in this refreshing and fun guide for beginner and intermediate players.Clever and informative, How to Win at Chess teaches you everything you need to know about the game, including all the important moves and strategies to start off strong and keep you thinking several ... Read more

$12.99 USD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Learn chess from International Master and YouTube’s top chess teacher Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) in this refreshing and fun guide for beginner and intermediate players.Clever and informative, How to Win at Chess teaches you everything you need to know about the game, including all the important moves and strategies to start off strong and keep you thinking several
... Read more
Sudoku For Stylus Devices

Intermediate-Hard Volume 1

by Puzzle Genius ...

Series series Puzzles For Stylus Devices
Finally – quality Sudoku puzzles designed specifically for your Kobo ereader with stylus.Never be without a Sudoku puzzle again. 100 Sudoku puzzles to solve directly on your device. Take them with you wherever you go.Lovingly crafted by expert logicians and designers, this book is filled with features that every Sudoku-lover will adore:• 100 classic 9x9 Sudoku puzzles.• Designed for Kobo ereaders ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Finally – quality Sudoku puzzles designed specifically for your Kobo ereader with stylus.Never be without a Sudoku puzzle again. 100 Sudoku puzzles to solve directly on your device. Take them with you wherever you go.Lovingly crafted by expert logicians and designers, this book is filled with features that every Sudoku-lover will adore:• 100 classic 9x9 Sudoku puzzles.• Designed for Kobo ereaders
... Read more
Masters of Doom

How Two Guys Created an Empire and Transformed Pop Culture

by David Kushner ...

Masters of Doom is the amazing true story of the Lennon and McCartney of video games: John Carmack and John Romero. Together, they ruled big business. They transformed popular culture. And they provoked a national controversy. More than anything, they lived a unique and rollicking American Dream, escaping the broken homes of their youth to co-create the most notoriously successful game franchises ... Read more

$5.99 USD

Masters of Doom is the amazing true story of the Lennon and McCartney of video games: John Carmack and John Romero. Together, they ruled big business. They transformed popular culture. And they provoked a national controversy. More than anything, they lived a unique and rollicking American Dream, escaping the broken homes of their youth to co-create the most notoriously successful game franchises
... Read more
So You Want To Be A Game Master

Everything You Need to Start Your Tabletop Adventure for Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder, and Other Systems

by Justin Alexander ...

USA TODAY BestsellerENNIE Award WinnerEnter a world of heroism and adventure where you can become the ultimate Game Master, led by renowned mapmaking expert Justin Alexander.Thanks to tabletop roleplay, millions of fans are creating unforgettable collaborative stories. No matter what roleplaying game you want to play, this book is the key to unlocking endless adventure!Award-winning game designer ... Read more

$13.99 USD

USA TODAY BestsellerENNIE Award WinnerEnter a world of heroism and adventure where you can become the ultimate Game Master, led by renowned mapmaking expert Justin Alexander.Thanks to tabletop roleplay, millions of fans are creating unforgettable collaborative stories. No matter what roleplaying game you want to play, this book is the key to unlocking endless adventure!Award-winning game designer
... Read more
Can You Solve My Problems?

Ingenious, Perplexing, and Totally Satisfying Math and Logic Puzzles

by Alex Bellos ...

Series series Alex Bellos Puzzle
Puzzle lovers, rejoice!Bestselling math writer Alex Bellos has a challenge for you: 125 of the world's best brainteasers from the last two millennia.Armed with logic alone, you'll detect counterfeit coins, navigate river crossings, and untangle family trees. Then—with just a dash of high school math—you'll tie a rope around the Earth, match wits with a cryptic wizard, and use four 4s to create ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Puzzle lovers, rejoice!Bestselling math writer Alex Bellos has a challenge for you: 125 of the world's best brainteasers from the last two millennia.Armed with logic alone, you'll detect counterfeit coins, navigate river crossings, and untangle family trees. Then—with just a dash of high school math—you'll tie a rope around the Earth, match wits with a cryptic wizard, and use four 4s to create
... Read more
Sudoku For Stylus Devices

Easy-Intermediate Volume 1

by Puzzle Genius ...

Series series Puzzles For Stylus Devices
Finally – quality Sudoku puzzles designed specifically for your Kobo ereader with stylus.Never be without a Sudoku puzzle again. 100 Sudoku puzzles to solve directly on your device. Take them with you wherever you go.Lovingly crafted by expert logicians and designers, this book is filled with features that every Sudoku-lover will adore:• 100 classic 9x9 Sudoku puzzles.• Designed for Kobo ereaders ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Finally – quality Sudoku puzzles designed specifically for your Kobo ereader with stylus.Never be without a Sudoku puzzle again. 100 Sudoku puzzles to solve directly on your device. Take them with you wherever you go.Lovingly crafted by expert logicians and designers, this book is filled with features that every Sudoku-lover will adore:• 100 classic 9x9 Sudoku puzzles.• Designed for Kobo ereaders
... Read more
The Language Lover's Puzzle Book

A World Tour of Languages and Alphabets in 100 Amazing Puzzles

by Alex Bellos ...

Series series Alex Bellos Puzzle
100 wonder-filled word puzzles that thrill and tantalize with the beauty, magic, and weirdness of world languageWhether you're a crossword solver, cryptogram fan, Scrabble addict, or Sudoku savant, The Language Lover's Puzzle Book is guaranteed to tease your brain and twist your tongue. Puzzle master Alex Bellos begins in Japan, where we can observe some curious counting:boru niko = two ballstsuna ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

100 wonder-filled word puzzles that thrill and tantalize with the beauty, magic, and weirdness of world languageWhether you're a crossword solver, cryptogram fan, Scrabble addict, or Sudoku savant, The Language Lover's Puzzle Book is guaranteed to tease your brain and twist your tongue. Puzzle master Alex Bellos begins in Japan, where we can observe some curious counting:boru niko = two ballstsuna
... Read more
Elimination & Endplays

by James Marsh Sternberg MD, Danny Kleinman ...

Card play at bridge embraces both declarer play and defense. Hundreds of books have been written about it. Our approach here, as in our previous books, is to focus on a particular deal type. Repeated experience with a theme makes it easier to recognize deal types and employ the appropriate techniques for each. A common and important line of play is elimination play, eliminating the side suits to ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Card play at bridge embraces both declarer play and defense. Hundreds of books have been written about it. Our approach here, as in our previous books, is to focus on a particular deal type. Repeated experience with a theme makes it easier to recognize deal types and employ the appropriate techniques for each. A common and important line of play is elimination play, eliminating the side suits to
... Read more

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