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‘I wouldn’t say I was the best manager in the business. But I was in the top one.’
Brian Clough
Sport is the stuff of high drama, big personalities and some very memorable quips. This collection of funny and thoughtful words from across the sporting spectrum is at the top of its game.

If you don’t know a cold war from a cold sore, then take comfort in this cracking, all-new, fun-size dose of F in Exams, containing some of the worst howlers from school history exams.

Is ‘shit’ the most versatile word in the English language? Quite possibly!

This little book presents some of the best uses of our favourite expletive. From doctors (Take two shits and call me in the morning) to waiters (You want fries with that shit?), and whether you’re a Darwinist (It’s survival of the shittest) or a Catholic (If shit happens, we deserve it), there’s enough shit for everyone!

From the first day at school, your teacher has always been there for you. This collection of quotations is the perfect gift to let your favourite teacher know how much you appreciate them.

‘At your age, people expect you to be calm, dignified and sober… Disappoint them.’

Older, Wiser, Sexier brings together the best of Bev Williams’ cheeky but charming cartoons to create the perfect gift for that person in your life who may be getting on a bit but certainly isn’t past it.

How to play:
1. Open this book.
2. Flip to the country that tickles your fancy or choose a page at random.
3. Watch and smile as your party guests have a whale of a time.
4. Graciously accept their praise and adoration.
Yes, you can be the king or queen of the unforgettable dinner party or wild house party with this compendium of outrageous games.
With old classics like America’s Crazy Eights and Russia’s Mafia, alongside new and totally bonkers gems such as Armenia’s Egg Jousting and Germany’s Bier Boot, this is the only book you need to become a legendary party host.

They seek them here, they seek them there… THESE COCKS ARE SIMPLY EVERYWHERE, but can you spot the cock?

Only the most astute will find the one-eyed trouser snakes that have been fiendishly hidden in every scene of this humorous activity book for adults. It features a raft of cleverly designed and intricately detailed full-colour illustrations, each posing a new and formidable challenge as you hunt for the phallic graphic. The “cock” can be spotted across a veritable cornucopia of spreads, including these hilarious scenarios:

– Slooshing about among the beans and sausages in a full English breakfast
– Nestled within the New York City skyline
– Battling to be found aboard a Viking warship
– Finding itself launched into outer space
– Carefully concealed within a treasure map
Hone your sleuthing skills with this wickedly funny and ever-so-slightly naughty puzzle book. Spot the Cock is the perfect gift for anyone who likes a cheeky chuckle.

The lizards are alarmed. 
The snakes are scared. 
The antelopes are apoplectic. 
Why? The meerkats have turned mean. 
Sure, they look cute with their little noses in the air. And some of them are. But have you ever paused to wonder what’s really going on in those cosy communities? There’s a darker side to the cuddly meerkat, and the shocking truth is revealed here for the first time in When Meerkats Turn Bad.

What’s stopping you acing your exams? This handy little book identifies the most common stumbling blocks and is crammed with practical tips on how to overcome academic angst. This is your one-stop expert guide to coordinating your revision and your lifestyle during any exam period, no matter what level of education you are at.

From a sophisticated evening in to a fun night out, gin is the perfect go-to drink for every social occasion. This book will be your gin-cyclopedia, serving up new and classic cocktail recipes, including the Martini, Negroni and Monkey Gland (but only if you dare to try it!). With a dash of sparkling humour and a flourish of inspiration, this heady mixture will make gin o’clock your favourite time of day.


It’s time to let the fun beGIN!

Need to pimp a stag do? These ludicrous yet creative dares will switch things up and give you something fun to do – apart from getting very drunk, obviously.
Read the last text message you received, out loud, in the style of a town crier. For the next 30 minutes, drink everything from a shoe. And when drinking from your shoe, you are only to be referred to as ‘Lord Biblington’, so get into character. Stag parties will never be the same. Play the game, if you dare…

I love you more than I love cake. And I really like cake.
Romantic declarations don’t need to be all lovey-dovey: they can be amusingly honest or laced with profanity! Forget the mushy stuff you see in the movies – this book is loaded with down-to-earth proclamations and witty one-liners that will let a special someone know how you really feel.

I like you a lot more than I thought I would.

Telling somebody what they mean to you can be tricky. So avoid all those soppy clichés – and any potential awkwardness – by giving that special someone this sassy little book, full of tongue-in-cheek quips and endearingly honest declarations of grudging appreciation.

This collection of rugby humour is perfect for anyone who lives and breathes the glorious game. Packed with the very best quips and quotes for lovers of the oval-shaped ball, it guarantees laughs and lots of celebratory fist pumps.

Scrum down and prepare yourself for a full-on tour of the game through the eyes of iconic players, pithy commentators and dumbfounded celebrities. It’ll reveal whether rugby really is a game that requires all brawn and little brain, explore the divisive history between the Union and League and celebrate the legends of the sport.

Up until the final whistle, the quotes in this book will have you on the edge of your seat. Offering an amusing look at the lives of rugby stars on and off the pitch, it’ll have you cheering for more and make you even more nuts for the honourable and always beautiful game than you already are.

Show your dad how much he means to you with these fantastic vouchers. Packed with promises, from making his favourite meal to learning a new sport together, this gift will make your dad feel like a king.

‘‘Never eat healthy food. We so need all the preservatives we can get”

The hilarious Spring Chicken greeting card range has brought wry smiles to the faces of millions. Older, Wiser, Sexier brings together the best of the cheeky but charming cartoons books to create the perfect gift for that person in your life who may be getting on a bit but certainly isn’t past it.

It might have been fun and games once to have adventures, make catapults or learn about fossils, but what about now you are starting to feel a bit fossilised yourself? You just know you are going to suffer a ghastly accident if you attempt to make a tree house.
The Deranged Book for Old-timers offers advice on life’s more sedate pleasures, from the afternoon snooze to how to twitch curtains properly. With a guide to being a grumpy codger and a Zimmer frame Kama Sutra, this book is full of delightfully dotty things to do. Yes, we are going to grow old, but we are going to make sure we do it disgracefully.

TIMELY ADVICE FOR A MILESTONE BIRTHDAY.

So what if you’re 50; after all, with age comes wisdom and more excuses to reminisce about old times and stare blankly at your friends while you try to remember their names, and at least you’re not 60! This book is packed with celebratory quotations to help you shrug your shoulders, blow out the candles and Keep Calm.

Trucker caps, Crazy Frog, SM:TV Live and Sunny D – growing up in the 2000s was sweet.
So why not take yourself back to a time when McFly were ruling the charts and Snake 2 was the coolest thing in mobile gaming, to discover if you really are a true child of the 2000s.

‘Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.’
John Lubbock

Lovers of the great outdoors will be inspired by this miscellany of quotations, poems and beautiful prose celebrating the natural world. From Elizabeth von Arnim to Oscar Wilde, this charming collection explores every aspect of the countryside, from the first bluebells of spring to a hilltop walk on a crisp winter’s day.

When it feels like the world is against you and you want to give up on everything, here’s the perfect antidote: a no-nonsense collection of straight-talking quotations to help you laugh in the face of the bad times.

From the bestselling author of 52 Things to Do While You Poo, this playful puzzle book makes light of one of life’s most maddening and relatable trials

We’ve all been there. Busy day ahead, running late, but no sign of your lesser-spotted keys! Just where the f*ck have they got to?

What would normally induce all kinds of rage in real life can now be a source of mental stimulation and amusement with the help of this comical collection of visual puzzles.

With great artistry and mischievous glee, bestselling author Hugh Jassburn has hidden your keys in a range of everyday and not-so-everyday environments. Among the dozens of intricately illustrated scenarios, you’ll find the following challenges:
– Some genius has left them in the cutlery drawer
– How did they end up in the bathroom cabinet?
– Rescue your keys from a swarm of creepy-crawlies
– You’ve dropped them down the back of the sofa, so get rummaging
– They’ve fallen into a pit of snakes – good luck with that!

Where the F*ck Are My Keys? is the perfect gift for those with a talent for misplacing their belongings – just don’t be surprised if they lose this book as well.

From the bestselling author of 52 Things to Do While You Poo, this nostalgic and amusing mix of trivia and puzzles will bring back all the stylish charm of the Seventies

If you grew up in the 1970s, you know that nothing compares to the music, fashion, toys, TV, films and sheer feel of that decade. But how much can you really remember?

When you next take a trip to the toilet, this colourful collection of puzzles, activities and trivia will serve as a leisurely stroll down memory lane, dusting off half-remembered facts and even filling in a few gaps.

From bestselling author and fiendish brain-teaser Hugh Jassburn, this illustrated celebration of history’s finest decade includes the following challenges and more:
– Help Evel Knievel zoom through a maze on his way to a death-defying stunt jump
– Match hit songs to the year they came out
– Solve trivia questions relating to ABBA and the blockbuster Jaws
– Track down the names of iconic world leaders in a word search
– Spot the differences in a sea of space hoppers

52 Things to Do While You Poo: The 1970s Edition is the perfect gift for those who lived through these glory days – or those who just wish they had.

From the bestselling author of 52 Things to Do While You Poo, this nostalgic and amusing mix of trivia and puzzles will bring back the iconic vibe of the Swinging Sixties

If you grew up in the 1960s, you know that nothing compares to the music, fashion, toys, TV, films and sheer feel of that decade. But how much can you really remember?

When you next take a trip to the toilet, this colourful collection of puzzles, activities and trivia will serve as a leisurely stroll down memory lane, dusting off half-remembered facts and even filling in a few gaps.

From bestselling author and fiendish brain-teaser Hugh Jassburn, this illustrated celebration of history’s finest decade includes the following challenges and more:
– Help the Beatles traverse a long and winding maze on their way to Abbey Road
– Match hit songs to the year they came out
– Solve trivia questions relating to Dr Who and James Bond
– Track down the names of iconic world leaders in a word search
– Spot the differences in a sea of Vespa scooters

52 Things to Do While You Poo: The 1960s Edition is the perfect gift for those who lived through these glory days – or those who just wish they had.