Humour

✨The bestselling magical rom-com now in a stunning hardback Collector's Edition featuring beautiful sprayed edges and designed endpapers!✨ ‘I LOVED this book! Funny, hopeful and dreamy’ ALI HAZELWOOD ‘An absolute delight’ CHRISTINA LAUREN Florence Day is a ghost-writer with one big problem. She’s supposed to be penning swoon-worthy novels for a famous romance author but, after a bad break-up, Florence...

From the wildly popular Instagram account and USA Today bestselling book, the Disappointing Affirmations 2027 Wall Calendar hilariously counters the culture of relentless toxic positivity with a realistic take on a disappointing world where month-to-month, week after week, day-by-day failure is always an option. Pairing lovely vacation photos taken by the author himself with sayings that are amusingly self-critical, encouraging,...

Reaper Man by Terry Pratchett is a delightful and thought-provoking addition to the renowned Discworld series. This witty and engaging novel explores what happens when Death takes a much-needed holiday and the role of being the Grim Reaper is suddenly left vacant. Death is missing—presumed... er... gone. This unexpected absence leads to the kind of chaos you would expect when...

Once upon a time, in a land far away (in fact, in an entirely different tax bracket), there lived some perfectly privileged children... In Fairytales for Privileged Children: Little Red Riding Hood Blows Her Trust Fund and Other Premium Tales, author and comedian Daniel Foxx reworks classic fairytales to suit only the most comfortable of tots. Meet: Rapunzel, whose stay...

The Most Interesting People You've Never Heard Of tells the tales of the overlooked names of history, the individuals who lived fascinating, absurd, or simply amusing lives but are somehow forgotten, overshadowed by those who were larger, louder or better at self-promotion. People who may not have shaped the world like famous heroes but had lives worthy of our attention...

There Are Mums Way Worse Than You is a rhyming illustrated humour book for mums who feel they're not doing a good job (and that's all mums, right?). Packed with scientifically true examples of terrible parents in the animal kingdom, this book reminds and reassures any mother that there are way worse mums out there. A mum giraffe is pretty...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The Worldwide Puzzle Phenomenon • One of The Washington Post's 10 great gifts for book-lovers • "Clever, satisfying and utterly addictive." —Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal G. T. Karber, the creator of the popular online daily mystery game Murdle, presents the first collection of 100 original murder mystery logic puzzles—a perfect gift for armchair detectives...

Step inside Basgiath War College and experience the world of the Empyrean for yourself with this stunningly illustrated official activity and sticker book. The Rider Files is a must-have companion for fans of Rebecca Yarros's Empyrean series. Featuring exciting activities based on the events and lore of Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and Onyx Storm, plus stunning fantasy illustrations for colouring...

A mosaic of human connections in all their shades – from breaking up to making out, quiet contentment to agonising loneliness, sexting to ghosting, friendships to ‘fuckboys’, pregnancy loss to profound fulfilment. ‘🤌' – Maya Jama ‘Utterly fascinating’ – Bernardine Evaristo If you’ve ever checked your ex’s social media at 2am – or their new partner’s LinkedIn (because it’s the...

When Korede's dinner is interrupted one night by a distress call from her sister, Ayoola, she knows what's expected of her: bleach, rubber gloves, nerves of steel and a strong stomach. This'll be the third boyfriend Ayoola's dispatched in, quote, self-defence and the third mess that her lethal little sibling has left Korede to clear away. She should probably go...

A beautiful collectible edition containing the seventh and eighth novels of the beloved Bridgerton series by New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn. It's in His Kiss Gareth St. Clair is in a bind, and at risk of losing his inheritance. His only hope lies in an old family diary written in Italian... and the fiendishly smart, devilishly outspoken Hyacinth...

The Game Is Murder by Hazell Ward offers an intriguing challenge: Thirteen guests. Thirteen suspects. But only one is the murderer, and only you can solve the mystery... Introducing the most original murder mystery of 2025! You are invited to a very special murder mystery party. Thirteen guests have been gathered—rather, thirteen suspects. Only one of them is a murderer....

The New York Times bestselling sequel to Wicked, the multimillion-copy bestseller and basis for the #1 smash hit movie starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. When a Witch dies—not as a crone, withered and incapable, but as a woman in her prime, at the height of her passion and prowess—too much is left unsaid. What might have happened had Elphaba...

Sarah Adams writes books with heart and soul. They speak to the people finding their way and being unapologetically themselves in the process. I love her style - HANNAH GRACE Rivals-to-lovers Black cat/golden retriever Small town Secret identity Forced proximity Two feuding second-grade teachers find themselves as unlikely allies (and neighbours) in this rivals-to-lovers romance by Sarah Adams, author of...

The new cosy crime novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author. NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES starring Samantha Bond, Jo Martin, and Cara Horgan. Season 3 coming in 2026! ‘Step aboard for another sparkling Marlow Murder Club yarn … The best thing since Jerome K Jerome!’ Orlando Murrin, author of Knife Skills for Beginners Verity Beresford is worried about her...

From creative duo Adam Kay and Henry Paker comes a hilarious and fact-filled activity book based on the record-setting bestseller Kay's Anatomy. Contains over 500 hilarious, disgusting activities - codes to crack, experiments, recipes and more, including 144 all-new "True or Poo" quiz questions! Do you know your patella from your paella? Have you ever tasted phlegm soup? Want to...

A celebration of international book-loving cats. Bookshop Cats is a beautiful photographic collection of cats who have made the wise decision to live in bookshops across the world. In these pages, you will find moggies curled up amongst the memoirs, tabbies atop the shelves of the travel section, and kittens who can sniff out the next international bestsellers. Head to...

I smell snow! Experience Stars Hollow like never before with this official light-up Gilmore Girls pop-up advent calendar celebrating Lorelai’s favourite time of the year. Celebrate the magic of the Christmas season, Gilmore Girls style! Dress Stars Hollow’s beautiful Christmas tree with this official Gilmore Girls pop-up advent calendar celebrating Lorelai’s favourite time of the year. Open the cover to...

From the million-copy bestselling author David Walliams comes a side-splitting animal space adventure that will have readers of all ages in stitches. Astrochimp follows the hilarious exploits of Chump the chimpanzee, a cheeky and mischievous primate with a penchant for causing trouble. Chump is notorious among the other animals for his odd behaviours. He delights in making rude noises from...

From THE BESTSELLING PHENOMENON comes a new nugget of wisdom in the record-breaking Ladybirds for Grown-Ups series. A Ladybird Book About Donald Trump is a charming introduction to the President of the United States, the important jobs he has to do, and the friends he’s made all over the world. This delightful book is the latest in the series of...

Each chapter will have cartoons, player tips your coach won’t tell you, irreverent explanations (accurate where it matters), fascinating facts and – yes – funny stories. The central aim is to teach kids about the sport but with a light touch and just as much about the spirit of the game as the rules. Rampaging Rugby offers a delightful way...

Hilarious Ladybird Books for Grown-Ups This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to...

Batman & Robin, fish & chips, gin & tonic . . . Fry & Laurie - some pairings become iconic . . . 'One of the best sketch shows . . . sharp writing and a delight for words and wordplay' ROLLING STONES Across four brilliant series of great satire, comic genius and hilarious use of language, A Bit of...

An action-packed, hilarious enemies-to-lovers thriller for fans of Katy Brent, Jesse Sutanto, and Ally Carter. She always gets her man … but has Maisie Baxter met her match? * Maisie Baxter has a particular set of skills honed over a very successful career. She’s determined not to let her job at a boutique, ethical assassin agency get in the way...

Who is Pusheen? This collection of oh-so-cute kitty comics—featuring the chubby, tubby tabby who has taken the Internet by storm—will fill you in on all the basics. Things you should know about Pusheen. Birthday: February 18 Sex: Female Where she lives: In the house, on the couch, underfoot Her favourite pastime: Blogging, sleeping Her best feature: Her toe beans Her...

It's been another memorable year on Diddly Squat Farm - and another book full of hilarious stories. Clarkson's farm is the gift that keeps on giving, and now our hero has decided to bring his misunderstood entrepreneurial flair to bear on a new venture — a pub. Let the doors open on The Farmer's Dog. All British produce, Hawkstone beer...

Become the owner of your very own screaming goat with this desktop companion. Press the tree stump button to hear the high-pitched bleats that caused the screaming goat sensation to go viral. The kit also includes a 32-page illustrated book of fun facts and trivia about these famed farm animals. Warning: Keep button batteries out of reach of children. Swallowing...

Lucy isn't a normal girl. Ghost. Victim. Killer. She's a doll on a mission to find the man who killed her and return the favour. Lucy McQuinn has been murdered, but she's not about to go quietly. If she doesn't get to keep breathing, then neither does Kyle, her killer. Possessing the body of an antique doll, she sets out...

A Jigsaw with a Twist - No two shapes are the same, and each piece is a fish or other sea creature, plus one that's a diver! See if you can spot it! Hours of Maddening Fun - Have you got what it takes to assemble all 299 fish into a perfect puzzle? Charming Illustrations - Illustrated by Lea Maupetit...

Simon Shuker's Code-Cracker, Volume Two

Coder-Cracker is looked forward to every day by it's legions of fans throughout New Zealand who enjoy this challenging but satisfying word puzzle.

Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton is a sparkling memoir capturing the highs and lows of navigating love and life in your twenties. This Sunday Times bestseller unfolds like a delightful conversation with an old friend, full of humour, heartbreak, and hope. Dolly Alderton takes readers on an unforgettable journey through her own experiences, revealing the messy, beautiful...

How do you throw a party in space? You plan-et! Get ready to laugh your socks off in this brand new joke collection for seven year olds, packed with epic amounts of silliness! Expect the very best one-liners to get your friends, family, and teachers chuckling – with a huge range of subjects from animals and nature to sports, history...

Code-Cracker puzzles have long been a fan favourite, appearing daily in newspapers across New Zealand. The latest in the book series is now available: Volume Twenty-One has another 125 puzzles to keep readers engrossed for hours. Simon Shuker’s individually handcrafted Code-Cracker puzzles first appeared in New Zealand papers over thirty years ago, and it is now well-established as one of...

Think you can outsmart your mates? Based on the hit TV show, you can now put your wits to the test with The 1% Club Quiz Book, where knowledge takes a back seat and common sense takes the lead. With brain-bending logic puzzles, lateral-thinking teasers, and deceptively simple challenges, you'll test not just what you know, but how you think....

Enter the realm of the world's greatest fictional detective and use your powers of deduction to solve these new puzzling mysteries. Sherlock Holmes: The Murder Files is a specially commissioned collection of narrative murder cases from Dr John Watson's case notes, featuring all of the twists and turns of a Holmes' case. Now it is up to you to create...

'Best book of the year!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A fantastic debut' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ The brilliant, heart-warming debut novel from the Sunday Times best-selling author of Dummy and Man vs Toddler. 'A lovely feel-good treat' The Times | 'Simply perfect' Daily Mirror | 'Hilariously funny... and beneath it all really quite lovely' The Metro | Brilliant,...

A box-set facsimile collection of three classic Snoopy comic strip books - Snoopy, Snoopy, Come Home and It's a Dog's Life, Charlie Brown. With each book containing 128 pages, that's over 360 pages of classic Peanuts daily and Sunday newspaper comic strips to enjoy. Including art cards featuring the cover art from the individual books. This boxed set collects the...

Are you ready for a new search and find challenge? Let’s dive in! Search high and low for the Poké Balls hidden in the scenes as you make your way around the Pokémon regions. Plus, be a super spotter and see if you can find some new Pokémon pals! You’ll be diving underwater to find Net Balls and Water-type Pokémon...

Curl up under the gazebo with a cup of coffee and relive the comforting classic Gilmore Girls with this two-in-one activity book for fans of all ages. Step into the charming town of Stars Hollow and revisit favourite moments from Gilmore Girls as you puzzle your way through 52 themed word searches accompanied by colouring pages. Puzzles are based on...

Hunters share a common affliction filtered through the generations from our ancestors: an overwhelming urge to see what lies around the river's bend, over the next ridge or beyond the faraway mountains. To some, it's a drug—and it's addictive. Daryl Crimp (known to most simply as Crimpy) has it bad. A lifelong hunter, he has spent over 50 years in...

'It's a breeze to read and you won't feel so alone at the end of it' Marie Claire It's never too late to grow the f*ck up. And New York Times bestselling author Sarah Knight is here to help! With her no-bullsh*t bible for the modern adult, you'll become more self-aware, self-sufficient, and resourceful — and turn grown-up responsibilities into...

'I look. I can't stop looking. That's the deal, isn't it? We all know that's how it works. If someone wants to be seen - and oh, how they want to be seen - then someone has to watch.' Ruth is alone, unnoticed and at a loss: her marriage has ended, her daughter is leaving home, and her job is...

Prepare for liftoff with a sweeping new book on the universe from the world's most celebrated astrophysicist, brimming with wit, authority, and laugh-out-loud humour. Filled with 5,000 tantalising facts and more than 300 charts, maps, and photographs, this book offers a dazzling look at the cosmos from our home planet to the farthest reaches of outer space. Strap in for...

A special paperback edition of Terry Pratchett's fantastical football novel, in partnership with the National Year of Reading 2026. You've never seen football like this before! Get into the World Cup spirit with the gloriously inventive and funny fantasy novel from bestselling author Terry Pratchett. A limited edition paperback in partnership with the National Year of Reading 2026. 'This isn't...

Why do cyclops make good friends? Because they always see eye to eye! This hilariously illustrated, full-colour joke book is packed with monster laughs. Do you know the best way to reach the top of a haunted house? Take the monstairs, of course! And what do you say before fleeing from a two-headed monster? Bye-bye! Steven Wood's bold and playful...

This delightful collection of wordsearches is the ideal treat for any puzzles fan. Packed with grids, on a variety of interesting themes, you can get a great mental workout and maybe even learn something new. Decorated with adorable kawaii designs, these puzzles are sure to please! Discover hours of fun with Boba Tea Wordsearch by Arcturus Publishing Limited and Eric...

This delightful collection of crossword puzzles will put your trivia skills to the test. Solve the clues, fill the grids, and enjoy the adorable, kawaii illustrations. Whether you're a general knowledge buff or looking to brush up on your trivia, you'll love the puzzles inside!

It's never been easier to make your own Dog Man-themed puffy stickers! This travel-friendly sticker-making kit has all your favourite Dog Man characters: Petey, Li'l Petey, Chief, Sarah Hatoff, 80-HD, and so many more! Simply layer the pieces, line them up between the plastic plates, and squeeze! The tool presses the layers of sticker backer, puffy pieces, and artwork together...

Jack and Sally Skellington seem like the perfect couple — but all is not well in Halloween Town! After escaping from Dr. Finkelstein and marrying her true love, Jack, Sally has become the realm’s official Pumpkin Queen. But as much as she adores her husband, the spotlight of popular attention and the weight of her many new royal obligations have...

What Have I Done? is the instant Sunday Times bestseller and critics' pick of the best biographies and memoirs published in 2025. 'What Have I Done? snaps, crackles and pops with wit, bravado and glorious Ben-ness. A triumph' - Stephen Fry 'A big life chronicled by truly the Upstart Crow of our generation' - Dawn French Ben Elton has done...

If I be waspish, best beware my sting Meet a dazzling array of bold, brainy, mischievous and sometimes downright wicked women in this witty, empowering guide to Shakespeare’s fiercest female characters. From clever Rosalind to ruthless Lady Macbeth, via some lesser-known but equally captivating ladies, this irreverent guide explores the power, passion and most perceptive observations of Shakespeare’s characters. These...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of P is for Pterodactyl comes another hilarious, fresh look at the English language. Get ready to make the most unrhymable words rhyme and form the basis for rap. Ptolemy the Pterodactyl loves to write rhyming poetry and rap. He's discovered that there are lots of tricky words in the English language...

A highly original interpretation of the Bible that is an ideal tool for reaching and engaging young people with the Bible and the message of the Gospel. Illustrated and written in a dynamic graphic-novel style by illustrator Jeff Anderson, best known for his work on the Judge Dredd comic series, and authored by Mike Maddox. Remaining true to the story...

Ever wondered where the creatures of Gravity Falls hide when you’re not looking? What’s it like to be lost in the multiverse? Or what Dipper and Pacifica text each other? Wonder no more with Lost Legends, a collection of four all-new strange stories from the sleepy town of Gravity Falls. Follow along as Pacifica summons a monster who steals Mabel’s...

Learn all there is to know about Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, their allies, and those who seek to destroy them and what they stand for. This visual dictionary includes character profiles, locations, vehicles, weapons, and easter eggs for Marvel fans to pore over time and time again. Cataloguing the events that have transpired since Avengers: Endgame, this official guide showcases every...

A funny and poignant coming-of-age graphic novel about friendship and neurodivergent experience from the creator and AuDHDer known as Neurowild. Being Eve follows ADHDer Eve as she tries so hard to fit in at school and be herself. But is that even possible? She seems to create chaos wherever she goes. And with her BFF Sasha finding out she's autistic...

The smash hit Sunday Times bestseller. Tuesday 8th SeptemberFirst day back at school. I am going to 100% nail being a school mummy this year. I can totally do this. Yes, this year is definitely going to be much better – I am absolutely not going to shout at the children, let them stuff their faces with crisps or goggle...

Three laugh-out-loud graphic novels from the New York Times Bestselling author Raina Telgemeier. Smile Raina just wanted to be a normal girl, but one night after Girl Scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth...

Join your Pokémon pals for a hilarious joke journey! Get ready to giggle in Galar and joke in Johto in the official Pokémon Joke Book! Packed with over 200 jokes and featuring your favourite Pokémon (including Pikachu, Eevee, Snorlax, and more), tag along on a joke journey as you giggle your way through the regions. Why did the Trainer reject...

Welcome to Nathalie Lété's Enchanted World. When the girl opens the book to read, all the birds gather and listen. Not to her voice, but to her spirit. Piece by piece, retrace the magic of Nathalie Lété's imagination and revel in her breathtaking colours and imagery. Featuring: 500 full-colour interlocking pieces Art print with puzzle image Finished puzzle is 19"...

The Engineer of Human Souls spins its own story from the torn entrails of Central Europe. Yet what emerges is comedy—clack, grimacing and explosively funny, as peculiarly middle European as the despairing wit of Prague's own Franz Kafka. Time

Jason and Travis Kelce—brothers, Super Bowl champions, and New Heights podcast hosts—tackle their first book, No Dumb Questions, where the 92%ers get in on the fun to ask questions about sports, science, relationships, and whatever category “how many holes does a straw have” falls into. This fraternal duo has dominated the football field and the podcast charts alike. Now, they...

Over 200 puzzles from the UK's leading crossword experts.From the Guardian comes this brand-new collection of quick crosswords, the third volume in the popular series. With a vast range of clues from a wide variety of subjects, these crosswords will sharpen your vocabulary and stretch your mind, but are short enough to be solved during breaks in the day.

This Weekend Doesn't End Well for Anyone by Catherine Mack introduces us to Eleanor Dash, a woman who seems perpetually embroiled in murder plots. After navigating two real-life mysteries in the past year, both of which inconveniently occurred during her holidays, she's ready for a respite. Armed with a ticket to relaxation—a weekend at an all-inclusive resort in the Bahamas—Eleanor...

If you have ever suspected that "heavy water" is the title of a bootleg Pink Floyd album, believed that surface tension is an anxiety disorder, or imagined that a noble gas is the result of a heavy meal at Buckingham Palace, then you need The Cartoon Guide to Chemistry to set you on the road to chemical literacy. You don't...

Winner of the Somerset Maugham Award Waterstones best book of the year 2023 'A remarkable feat of storytelling' Rosie Hewlett This should be the story of Hercules: his twelve labours, his endless adventures…everyone’s favourite hero, right? Wrong. This is the story of everyone else: Alcmene: Herc’s mother (She has knives everywhere) Hylas: Herc’s first friend (They were more than friends)...

Challenge your brain with these enjoyable puzzles.Specially compiled to provide the most deadly Su Doku challenge, this is the only volume for Su Doku enthusiasts who need a puzzle that really tests their mettle. Prepare yourself for the toughest Su Doku challenge there is. These diabolically difficult Ultimate Killer Su Doku puzzles will really put your brainpower to the test...

Challenge your brain with these enjoyable puzzles.The latest book in The Times Fiendish Su Doku series – previously unpublished quality Su Doku puzzles. Includes 180 Fiendish and 20 Super Fiendish puzzles. You don’t need to be a mathematical genius to solve the treacherous puzzles in this collection of Fiendishly difficult puzzles – it’s simply a question of logic.Perfect for the...

Celebrating the adventure of marriage, this gift book is filled with quotes, advice and humour. On their wedding day, Shara and Bear Grylls asked guests to each give them a piece of advice about marriage. To mark 25 years together, the friends they've met along the way have contributed to this new edition. Olympians and Oscar winners, comedians and chefs,...

The first in a mystery series from the much-loved Irish actor, writer, and comedian, for readers who enjoy the warmth of Graham Norton and the mystery of Death in Paradise, all wrapped up in one small Irish town. When beloved celebrity gardener Finn O’Leary returns to his hometown of Abbeyford in Ireland to care for his ageing mother, he is...

Nothing goes unnoticed on Ashdown Close... The darkly comic addictive new novel about friendship and envy from the Sunday Times bestseller. Until recently, the most exciting thing that happened in Ashdown Close was a parcel going missing. That was before the arrival of Sian and Richard at number 8. They are cool, glamorous, and everything that Kitty hoped her life...

The #1 global bestselling Captain Underpants series returns! Based on the first sensational chapter book, it's a reimagined adventure perfectly paired with all-new manga artwork. Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga is written and adapted by Dav Pilkey, illustrated by manga artist Motojiro, and totally reinvented for a new generation of readers. Tra-la-laaa!

Adventures inspired by the best-selling video games. Violet Lang calls himself the Prince of Speed and races across the Paldea region in search of the Herba Mystica that will give his Pokémon the ultimate speed. Scarlet Koito is a Treasure Hunter in search of the Treasures of Ruin. Together they are Scarlet and Violet, ready to take on new adventures...

Six friends. One city. The time of their lives. It's 1988, and on the verge of a reunion with friends she hasn't seen since graduation, Julie recalls her halcyon student days of 1984 and the strange tumultuous time they lived through. The friends—each from a very different background—are living in a gorgeous terraced flat in their Edinburgh idyll. As they...

This out-of-this-world kit for sci-fi lovers is loaded with special effects! It includes: A 3-inch diameter spaceship, equipped with a hinged cockpit dome from which a curious alien peers, featuring multiple light and sound effects: By opening the cockpit dome and pressing the alien's head, the sound of a spaceship engine plays, followed by eerie pre-abduction music. Six blue lights...

Prove you are the smartest schmuck in the room with 500 true trivia facts that sound absurd. These facts are so far-fetched some might even say that they sound like bull$#*t! Give the gift that keeps giving to friends, family, fathers, or grads. Knowledge is power! Crush the competition at trivia night, or start the most interesting conversation ever with...

Challenge your brain power with these fun crossword puzzles. 100 puzzles from The Times adapting the cryptic puzzle for those with a hectic lifestyle and schedule. Ideal for those starting out with cryptic crosswords, and those who’d like to tackle the main puzzle but feel daunted, or who can perhaps only solve a handful of clues. Appearing Monday to Friday...

Ever been lost for words abroad? When you want to get your point across abroad, there's only one way to do it: by swearing your ar*e off! Impress the world with a stream of multi-lingual profanity from this nifty pocket book. The Little Book of Foreign Swear Words by Sid Finch is your ultimate guide to colourful language across the...

‘If I wasn’t dead, I would sue.’—Bram StokerThis is the origin story of the first real vampyre (not Dracula).The trouble with immortality is that eventually you get sick to death of it, and so to soothe his sickened soul, the Comte De’Ath decides to take a trip. From psychoanalysis in Vienna to blood transfusions in London, the Comte learns that...