The ThriftBooks Blog

By Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 26, 2023

You may already know that January is National Puzzle Month, and January 29, National Puzzle Day. Of course, we don't need a designated day (or month) to enjoy some good puzzles and intriguing mental challenges. Keep your mind busy and your wits sharp all year round with these fun puzzle books.

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By Ashly Moore Sheldon • December 05, 2021

If you're a puzzle lover, you may have noticed the recent surge of interest in Cain's Jawbone. The fiendishly difficult literary puzzle, first published in 1934, has only ever been solved by four people. The book has been trending since a popular TikTok user began posting about her attempts to solve the confounding whodunnit case. Here are some similar titles to consider for those who love a puzzle.

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