The Complete Handbook of Puzzles
A practical reference for buyers, sellers, and serious solvers
by Alumigogo Books
non-fiction
A complete reference for anyone who buys, sells, or solves puzzles: types, specs, setup, maintenance, and business opportunities.
About this book
From a single jigsaw to a retail inventory, puzzles are more than cardboard and wood. They are engineered products with specific tolerances, materials, and failure points. This handbook strips away the marketing to give you the technical knowledge you need. Learn how to evaluate piece fit and print quality, understand the difference between die-cut and laser-cut edges, and know which finishes resist wear and glare.
Reader Reviews
Stephanie Robinson
★★★★★Pretty solid book. The chapter on specifications finally explained the difference between board thicknesses and why they matter, which is more than any manufacturer site ever did. I knocked off a star because the troubleshooting section gets a bit too technical for a casual reader like me. I have a reference library for my shop, and this is taking a permanent spot on the shelf.
Jacob Hall
★★★★★It does what it says: it's a complete reference. The selection framework in chapter three is logical and helped me rationalize my inventory. That said, I found the tone a bit dry in places and some of the maintenance advice feels like common sense repackaged. It's a useful book, but I wouldn't call it essential unless you are running a commercial operation or are a serious collector.