Hard To Find Books For Men & Women
Although we don't stock books like your traditional book store, at DadShop we have a selective range of hard to find books for men or women. They are all great books for gifts and are tailored to a specific recipient, mum, dad, grandads and much more!
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PRBMHB01
$24.95
Have you ever been faced with the devastating situation of having a bottle of beer but no opener? Have you ever wondered if there's a better way to roll up your shirt sleeves? Do you wish you could share pizza with friends and avoid the hassle of washing up altogether?
MAN HACKS is the ultimate guide to making essential guy stuff easier. This fully...
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PRBBOCCC01
$24.95
Beer is the world's most popular alcoholic drink - a joy-giving, convivial, nutritious and delicious gift from nature and possibly the most diverse alcoholic libation with over 100 different styles and thousands of brands. So with all that choice, how do you choose what to drink?
This book, written by a leading beer sommelier, has the answer. Containing...
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IGLEGB02
$17.95
Why is the sky blue? Why does a bee die after stinging, but a wasp doesn't? Why doesn't an expanding population make our world any heavier?
These are the fundamental mysteries of life. We think we know the answers, but do we really?
In a spectacular mix of simple explanations and scientific facts, this book answers 100 of the world's most intriguing and...
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PRBYKMC01
$16.95
You know you're having a midlife crisis when...
... all your clothes are made of leather - including your pyjamas.
Have you taken a sudden liking to bodycon clothing that's three sizes too small? Are you considering a sexier upgrade to your car or even your partner? Try not to panic: it's only a midlife crisis. And besides, attempting to recapture your...
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PRBBGHC01
$16.95
It's time to take beer drinking to the next level? These outrageous challenges, hilarious dares and awesome drinking games will make beer drinking even better than it was before.
A good session will never be the same. Rise to the challenge, if you dare...
ISBN: 9781786857859Format: PaperbackPublication date: 06/10/2020Pages: 128Dimension: 105mm X 148mm
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BS101TRM01
$14.95
Sunny days and heady nights await you in retirement, not just for two weeks each year, but forever! You have been looking forward to this and have an endless list of things to do, but only once you have sorted out your other half and got him out from under your feet. 101 Things to do with a Retired Man is designed to inspire and tease your retiree into...
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PRBOYR01
$14.95
Ah, retirement! At last you re escaping the trials and tribulations of work and you have all the time in the world to do the things you enjoy. This collection of inspiring and witty quotations is the perfect gift for anyone launching into the fun and freedom of retired life.
ISBN: 9781849534215Format: HardcoverPublication date: 01/11/2014Pages:...
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PRBGMWW01
$24.95
'Most grandmas have a touch of the scallywag.' Helen Thomson
When there are sticky handprints on the sofa and you can’t prise the darlings away from a screen, keep this hilarious book tucked in your handbag, crammed full of quips and quotes to remind you why being a grandma is one of the best jobs in the world.
AUTHOR: Richard Benson is a retired...
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UMFC06
$44.95
Create your own recipe book: Write down the required ingredients and method, personalise with photos and share your secret recipes with the rest of the family. Archive generations of kitchen secrets and keep your favourite recipes in the family.
Includes:
Template pages with space for 80+ recipes
Useful cooking guides
Cooking tips
Tables
... and...
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PRBOGWW01
$24.95
"The older one grows, the more one likes indecency." Virginia Woolf
So you’re getting on a bit, but even if your body creaks more than it used to, you’ve still got your sense of humour. This collection of witty quotations and gems of senior sagacity will keep a spring in your step and the cobwebs at bay.
AUTHOR: Richard Benson is a retired teacher,...
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WVIN3001
$7.95
$14.95
The perfect notebooks labelled Don’t Look at Me, Private Thoughts and People to Avoid for the introverts. Besides a notebook, these also serves as a reminder for others to leave you alone while you entertain your own thoughts behind your notebooks.
Each 48-page, 14 cm x 8.9 cm ruled paper notebook has tips for introverts on the inside front cover and a...
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PRBMSBB01
$24.95
Forget the old rules about what a man should be. This fabulous book is packed full of wisdom, tips and ideas on how to up your manly game. With advice on style and fitness, life hacks, adventures to undertake, recipes to trial, and interesting facts about sport and technology, Man Stuff is the perfect gift for any bloke.
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Ray Hamilton is a writer...
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MDISMW03
$16.95
Flipbook with wit and wisdom from and for the seniors featuring new witticism every day.
Free standing for your desk or wall mountable.
Great retirement gift or gag gift for the senior citizens.
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PRLBB01
$17.95
Start grooming your Gandalf and break out your Blessed; the beard is back. This impeccably turned-out little guide on the world's most famous facial embellishments will teach you how to groom, craft, style and quote your way to Beard Greatness.
ISBN: 9781849536233Author: CAVENDISH RUFUSFormat: PaperbackPublication date: 01/10/2014Pages: 96Dimension:...
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WVAMBGN01
$19.95
This is the grump notebook for the professional-level grump with big complaints. Now with 96 pages, this notebook should last even the biggest grump for at least a month.
Includes an elastic strap to hold the notebook closed and a ribbon bookmark so you can keep track of your latest rants and disappointments.
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Notebook for grumps
96 lined...
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PRBCPB01
$19.95
Do you feel lumpy, lazy and unmotivated? Would you like to be healthier, but don't really have the time or aren't sure where to start? You don't have to go straight from the couch to 5 km! The Couch Potato’s Guide to Getting Fit will teach you how to incorporate exercise into your daily routine and help you take that tricky first step towards fitness....
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PRBLBC002
$17.95
What goes best with coffee? Another cup.' - Henry Rollins
There are more ways to enjoy your java than there are coffee beans on the tree, so whether you like your coffee topped with artisan foam or black as the night sky there's something for everyone! Bringing together the finest blend of recipes, clever statements and quips from connoisseurs the world...
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PRBHOW01
$19.95
'No matter what happens, I’m loud, noisy, earthy and ready for much more living. - Elizabeth Taylor
Combining retro photographs with witty captions and quotes, this little book is the perfect way to celebrate becoming Officially Old.
ISBN: 9781786854940Author: SUMMERSDALEFormat: HardcoverPublication date: 14/06/2018Pages: 128Dimension: 158mm X 120mm
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PRBHOM01
$19.95
Combining retro photographs with witty captions and quotes, this little book is the perfect way to celebrate becoming Officially Old.
ISBN: 9781786854933Author: SUMMERSDALEFormat: HardcoverPublication date: 14/06/2018Pages: 128Dimension: 158mm X 120mm
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PRLDBD001
$22.95
Don't Be a D*ck is a hilarious, pocket-sized self help guide with a funny edge, advising readers to do as the title suggests.
A perfect jokey gift for a colleague or friend that they can follow every day of the year.
ISBN: 9781787832862Author: DEWEY, JOSEPHFormat: HardbackPublication date: 10/10/2019Pages: 192Dimension: 156mm X 156mm
About the Author:...
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ATCDMJ003
$24.95
Everyone has a story to tell. This journal is for your mother to capture her key memories, experiences, feelings and hopes. Ask her to complete it carefully and, if she wants to, add some photographs, images or memorabilia.
When it is finished and returned to you, this will be a record of her story to help you to find out amazing things about her and...
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ATCDDJ003
$24.95
Everyone has a story to tell. This journal is for your father to capture his key memories, experiences, feelings and hopes. Ask him to complete it carefully and, if he wants to, add some photographs, images or memorabilia.
When it is finished and returned to you, this will be a record of his story to help you to find out amazing things about him and...
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ATCDGDJ03
$24.95
Everyone has a story to tell. This journal is for your grandfather to capture his key memories, experiences, feelings and hopes. Ask him to complete it carefully and, if he wants to, add some photographs, images or memorabilia.
When it is finished and returned to you, this will be a record of his story to help you to find out amazing things about him and...
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ATCDGMJ03
$24.95
Everyone has a story to tell. This journal is for your grandmother to capture her key memories, experiences, feelings and hopes. Ask her to complete it and, if she wants to, add some photographs, images or memorabilia.
When it is finished and returned to you, this will be a record of her story to help you to find out amazing things about her and treasure...
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PRBLBHO01
$16.95
It's the morning after the heavy night before - even though you said you were only going to have one cheeky pint - and your body feels like it's been trampled on by a million hangover gremlins. You can barely make it out of bed to be sick but, behold, there is a light at the end of this alcohol-induced tunnel. Packed with tests to gauge how drunk you are,...
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PRBHSMC01
$16.95
Finally, you’re a proper grown-up! But between the paunch and the mortgage, you’re starting to wonder if this is what you really want.
You need midlife crisis survival skills:
Stop calling it a midlife crisis and start calling it Teenagehood part 2.
Do go to the gym occasionally. Don’t train to join the Olympic weightlifting team.
This mischievous...
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ATCFBL06
$19.95
The Flexi Book Light is a portable, compact and lightweight book light for people with real needs to read without disturbing their loved one at night or bring it along for travelling and you can read anytime anywhere.
With goose neck to adjust the light up, this book light is versatile and so light it is easy to bring it along anywhere you go.Features:...
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IGLEGB01
$17.95
Did you know... Goldfish have a three second memory span? Fingerprints are unique? A coin dropped from a skyscraper will kill a passer-by?
All untrue!
Prepare to have your beliefs shattered as the myths are debunked with this educational and interesting Einstein Genius Science Book.
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ATCTGB04
$19.95
Puzzles are go! Featuring 128 pages of brain-bending word searches, crosswords, sudokus, codebreakers and more, this book will challenge you to combat the hardest of brain teasers and puzzles that are difficult for even the most intelligent members of International Rescue. Have you got the Brains?
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Officially licensed Thunderbirds publication...
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ATCDGDC03
$29.95
A beautiful timeless journal for your grandfather to capture and share his wonderful memories and stories.
Designed to make it easy for every grandfather to capture her life story and aspirations, the journal includes 60 thoughtful questions to inspire your grandad to enjoy telling his story by describing the past, the present and thinking about the...
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ATCDDGM03
$29.95
A beautiful timeless journal for your grandmother to capture and share her wonderful memories and stories.
Designed to make it easy for every grandmother to capture her life story and aspirations, the journal includes 60 thoughtful questions to inspire your grandma to enjoy telling her story by describing the past, the present and thinking about the...
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ATCOSS04
$34.95
Our Story, for my Son is an award-winning 0-18 years childhood journal to help you create a keepsake your child will treasure forever.
Journaling those valuable childhood memories before they slip through your fingers can be time-consuming. As a parent there’s little time to sit down and reflect and write down those key memories.
Our Story makes this...
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ATCOSD04
$34.95
Our Story, For My Daughter is an award-winning 0-18 years childhood journal to help you create a keepsake your child will treasure forever.
Journaling those valuable childhood memories before they slip through your fingers can be time-consuming. As a parent there’s little time to sit down and reflect and write down those key memories.
Our Story makes...
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ATCBBPF03
$34.95
Bump to Birthday is an award-winning pregnancy and first year journal/diary to help you hold onto memories of the growing bump, the birth and the first year with your baby.
The anticipation of the arrival of your new bundle and the rapid changes you are experiencing make pregnancy and birth a very special time. It’s lovely to record those feelings and...
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ISDDP006
$19.95
Fred’s Daily Desk Plaque shows off your witty side and alerts your workmates how you feel.
The desktop flip book contains 50 titles and phrases and is packed in a colourful gift box making it a perfect gift for your co-worker. Design by Jennifer Norwood, Fred Studio.Size: 20.4cm x 9cm x 1.1cm
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ISUCBL09
$19.95
A personal, compact and adjustable light source for the avid readers, crafters or anyone who needed that extra light without disturbing others.
Features:
3 LED bulbs to illuminate your book, keyboard or other detailed task
USB powered with on/off button
Position light exactly at the angle you want using the adjustable arm
Clip opens to 4cm and can...
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ADSWBDB01
$17.95
Dads deserve a major shout-out for everything that makes them great. This little book, filled with top-quality quotes and standout statements, will let your dad know just how much you love him. It's the perfect keepsake to remind him that he really is the world's best dad.
ISBN: 9781787836563Format: HardcoverPublication date: 27/07/2021Pages:...
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ADSWBMB01
$17.95
Celebrate everything you love about you mother with this little book, filled with hand-picked quotes and thoughtful words to show her just how incredible she is. It s the perfect keepsake to remind her that she really is the world s best mum.
ISBN: 9781787836396Format: HardcoverPublication date: 30/03/2021Pages: 160Dimension: 137mm x 102mm
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PRBLBSM01
$17.95
You know you're having a senior moment when you decide it's time to pull up your socks, and realise you forgot to put any on. If this sounds all too familiar, read on to discover whether your marbles just need a spring clean or you've well and truly lost them!
A light-hearted gift that’s perfect for a retirement party, milestone birthday or any other...
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PRBLBNG01
$17.95
Time for you and your partner to get hot under the collar with this cheeky collection of naughty games.
Get frisky with games like Eurovision Strip Contest and Hussy Roulette, get down and dirty as you go Snogging for Apples and indulge in a little Sexpionage! There’s something for every sexual occasion.
ISBN: 9781849536417Author: CAYMAN SADIEFormat:...
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PRBLBW002
$17.95
However you like your whisky, this book is a masterful blend of history, terminology, tips and memorable quips. Topped up with dozens of recipes to suit any whisky lover's palate – from classic cocktails to Scotch-imbued fudge and smoky bourbon glaze – this neat little miscellany will deepen your appreciation of this superlative spirit.
Ideal as a gift...
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HJWKW002
$17.95
This book starts from the jaw-dropping premise that everything you know could be wrong! Part science, part discovery and part fun, this book encourages kids to really think about science and the world around them, rather than just learning facts.
Lots of received wisdom is plain wrong. Sometimes, as with the old belief that all dinosaurs were scaly, it’s...
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PRBGOG01
$9.95
By The Odd Squad. The Odd Squad are on a mission - a mission from Odd to cheer up the grumpy old gits of the world and turn their saggy frowns into sunshine and smiles Yes, the Odd Squad have gathered together their funniest funnies and crammed as much mirth and merriment into each page as is allowed by European Law. Be warned when grumpy old gits read...
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PRLBF001
$17.95
If you thought there was only one type of fart, get ready to be blown away!
Like a beautiful snowflake, every fart is unique. From the ever-so-dainty Pipsqueak to the mighty window-frame-rattling Thunderclap, there's a whole world of bottom-burps to savour in this informative and revealing dictionary, along with a plethora of butt-trumpet facts. Ranging...
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PRB52DS01
$19.95
Ever thought you could do with something to do while you're doing it?
Ever needed a breather during a marathon session? Well, this is the book for you - a collection of naughty games, facts and quotes to amuse the broadest of minds, along with a few cheeky word searches to get you in the mood. These private-time puzzles will keep you going for hours . ....
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PRBDWWB01
$24.95
'You can learn many things from children. How much patience you have, for instance. - Franklin P. Jones
When your precious offspring have hijacked the car and there’s a hole in your wallet the size of the Grand Canyon, kick back and relax with this hilarious book, crammed full of quips and quotes to remind you of why being a dad is one of the best jobs...
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PRBLBFSW01
$14.95
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! Impress the world with a stream of multi-lingual profanity from this nifty pocket book.ISBN: 9781787837690Author: FINCH SID (Sid Finch enjoys a bit of cheeky banter and a pint of good beer (or any beer).Format: PaperbackPublication...
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PRBBDE01
$16.95
'I am not ashamed to say that no man I ever met was my father's equal.' Hedy Lamarr
Show your dad how much you care with this collection of loving quotations and warm thoughts, celebrating everything that makes him the BEST DAD EVER.
ISBN: 9781849538572Author: FENTON TIMFormat: HardcoverPublication date: 01/07/2016Pages: 160Dimension: 136mm X 101mm
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PRBRQQ01
$19.95
Goodbye tension, hello pension. Combining retro photographs with witty captions and quotes, this little book is the perfect way to celebrate your glorious retirement.
A hilarious quote book with retro photographs and amusing captions and quotes to celebrate retirement.
ISBN: 9781786855305Author: SUMMERSDALEFormat: HardcoverPublication date:...
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PRBAGB01
$16.95
A great gift for the bearded as well as anyone interested in adopting the fashionable trend, this volume offers a gallery of styles to help the wearer find the one best suited to his face and personality. Experienced counsel on selecting, growing, and caring for beards includes shaving techniques - accompanied by advice for getting through the awkward...
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PRBGWWB01
$24.95
'Never have children, only grandchildren.' Gore Vidal
When your roses have been trampled by little feet and the golf has been hijacked by children’s TV, reach for this hilarious book, crammed full of quips and quotes to remind you why being a grandad is one of the best jobs in the world.
AUTHOR: Richard Benson is a retired teacher, based in Suffolk,...
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PRBLBH01
$17.95
We all want to be happy, but sometimes the hurly-burly of daily life leads our delight levels to sink a little. But don't worry! This joyful little book is packed with inspiring quotations and simple, easy-to-follow tips that will help you unwind, relax and greet life with a smile again instead of a frown.
AUTHOR: Lucy loves nothing more than going for...
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PRB52LL01
$19.95
Make use of those dull moments on the lav by teaching yourself how a starfish eats a clam, how to say 'Hello' in every European language and what the dot over an i is called. Covering all types of trivia, from science and natural history to the different types of moustache, this little book contains enough fascinating facts to keep you learning throughout...
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PRBMHD01
$24.95
Do you aspire to master the art of the perfect burger?
To make DIY disasters a thing of the past?
To discover ingenious ways to keep the kids entertained and make cleaning up after them a breeze?
LIFE HACKS FOR DADS is your handy guide to making your daily life that little bit easier. This fully illustrated manual covers everything from keeping your...
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PRBBDE01
$14.95
You know your dad is simply the best, so make his day with this book of witty, rib-tickling quotations for the Bestest Dad Ever.
ISBN: 9781849531337Author: Fenton TimFormat: HardcoverPages: 96Dimension: 146mm X 144mm
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PRBDIAM01
$16.95
Some people don't believe in heroes, but they haven't met my dad.
Celebrate everything you love about your dad with this little book, packed with hand-picked quotes and statements to show him how much he means to you. It is the perfect keepsake that will remind him again and again that he really is the best dad ever.
This inspiring little book is the...
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PRBLOR01
$17.95
You know you're retired when.
... People from work keep phoning up asking where on earth you put important documents.
The joys of retirement are many and varied, so read on to discover what makes these golden years so golden!
ISBN: 9781849538510Author: GREEN, FREDDIEFormat: HardcoverPublication date: 12/05/2016Pages: 160Dimension: 102mm X 140mm
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PRLBSJ001
$17.95
My mate was selling a television cheap because the volume was broken. I couldn't turn it down.
What's black and white and bad all over? These jokes! Groaning with silly gags, classic crap wisecracks, naff knock-knocks, poor puns and lame one-liners, this book will make you cry until you laugh.
ISBN: 9781787830288Author: FINCH, SIDFormat:...
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PRBHSR01
$17.95
Freedom at last! But what are you going to do? There's an awfully long time between cornflakes and cocoa, and a limit to how many sudokus you can do, so you'll need survival skills: Financial wizardry: how to get three cups of tea out of one bag Sparkling conversation: 300 different ways to discuss the weather Colour illustrations
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AADIGB01
$19.95
Australia’s favourite sons, Barry Jeffreys and Roy McCoy bring you The Idiots Guide to Anglin’ & Danglin’ in full colour and flexi cover; bringing you all the hilarious tips from Barry & Roy. Brought to life by AFL legend Terry Daniher and comedian Anthony “Lehmo” Lehmann, Barry and Roy serve up a hot parody of the great fishing guides any Aussie proudly...
