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Pointless Facts for Curious Minds: A new kind of quiz book by Alan Connor is a hardcover book perfect for trivia lovers, parents hunting for clever family activities, teachers building classroom quiz time, and anyone who delights in obscure knowledge. This fresh, brand‑new collection turns the usual quiz format on its head: obvious answers are worthless, and the most surprising, arcane facts are prized. If you enjoy a playful challenge or need a lively conversation starter, this book is for you.
Inside this paperback-quality hardcover edition (Condition: BRAND NEW, Format: Hardcover, ISBN: 9781785948619), Alan Connor gathers bewildering trivia, entertaining micro-essays and Pointless-style questions that reward curiosity and lateral thinking. From celebrity family histories to the hidden origins of TV formats and quirky urban myths, each page invites you to test your knowledge and learn something delightfully unexpected.
What you’ll find in Pointless Facts for Curious Minds:
- Questions with a twist—where the least obvious answer scores highest, inspired by the popular quiz show format.
- Fascinating factoids like which star of The Crown is the great‑granddaughter of a British prime minister, or which Monopoly property doesn’t exist in real London.
- Backgrounds and anecdotes that add context to each fact, turning trivia into short, engaging stories.
About the author: Alan Connor is an experienced writer and editor whose work spans books, television and journalism. He is the author of 188 Words for Rain, The Joy of Quiz and Two Girls, One on Each Knee: The Puzzling, Playful World of the Crossword. His screenwriting credits include Borat 2 and The Rack Pack, and in 2024 he earned an Emmy nomination for his writing. Connor has been question editor on Only Connect and Richard Osman’s House of Games and is crossword editor at The Guardian—credentials that make him a trustworthy guide to the quirky world of quiz culture.
Benefits and use cases:
- Perfect for family game nights: Spark friendly competition with children and adults alike.
- Great for teachers: Use as a classroom resource to encourage critical thinking and curiosity.
- Ideal gift set for quiz fans: A thoughtful boxed‑set alternative for birthdays, holidays or teacher appreciation.
- Conversation starter: Keep this book on your coffee table for instant, unusual facts to impress guests.
Pointless Facts for Curious Minds stands out from other trivia books because it combines a playful quiz philosophy with well-researched, often surprising information—perfect for readers who prefer depth to listicle trivia. Trusted by parents, quizmasters and book lovers, this hardcover edition makes a lasting addition to any bookshelf.
Whether you’re preparing for a pub quiz, looking for bedtime brain-teasers, or buying a memorable gift for a fellow trivia buff, this book offers hours of intelligent entertainment and unexpected discoveries. Add it to your collection and prove your Pointless credentials—obscurity never felt so satisfying.
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