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  Christmas is just around the corner, your shopping is done and you’ve got the expected arrival times of your niece's, nephew's, grandkids, great aunt etc, the whole family are descending on you for the holiday season, the shops are...

Winter is a wonderful time of year, the fire’s burning, the Christmas tree will be going up soon, some of you may already have it up, shops are having a sale, towns are having their Christmas lights switched on and...

It’s November! Know what that means?  Bonfire night, fireworks, frost on the ground, that chilly wind that freezes your nose and toes and of course next month it’ll be Christmas! You may think that it’s too soon to start thinking...

Make this Halloween unforgettable with a budget-friendly and creative twist on the classic BOO Basket! Instead of just candy and themed trinkets, why not add a mystery-solving element that your kids will love? Perfect for older kids, tweens, and teens, a murder mystery or cold case file game transforms an ordinary BOO Basket into an engaging, interactive experience. Packed with clues, puzzles, and spooky thrills, these games encourage critical thinking while staying true to the Halloween spirit.

Building a mystery-themed BOO Basket is easy and customizable. Start with a reusable basket or crate, add a beginner-level detective game, and throw in fun extras like notebooks, magnifying glasses, Halloween-themed snacks, and even a mystery novel for your budding sleuths. The presentation is key—decorate with Halloween-themed labels or flags for a festive touch. Not only does this unique gift promote problem-solving and family bonding, but it also provides entertainment that stretches well beyond October. Ready to step up your BOO Basket game this year? Create a memorable Halloween with mystery, snacks, and sleuthing fun for the whole family!

You want to throw and awesome Murder Mystery party but are worried about breaking the bank. Don’t worry, we’ve got some great tips on how to get some awesome, affordable decorations, whatever your theme.  For Halloween why not make yourself...

It’s spooky season and you know what that means? The neighbourhoods start putting up their Halloween decorations, coffee shops are serving their pumpkin spice latte’s, the air is cool and crisp, the world has turned a golden brown and people...

It’s the end of summer, so what does that mean? It’s nearly Halloween! Crisp, cold morning, golden leaves, chestnuts falling and of course Pumkin Spice Lattes, it’s time to dig out your winter boots and woolly jumpers and enjoy the...

If you’ve never attended a murder mystery before you may be asking yourself how they work. What do you need to do? What are they like? Well, you’ve come to the right place because we will tell you everything you...

Everyone loves a good mystery, don’t they?  Whether reading a novel, going to see a play, watching a movie, TV show or serial killer documentary. As a society we’ve been fascinated by crime for generations and the more gruesome the...

Masters of Mystery have been making games for  while now, but the concept of the murder mystery goes back much further. In our “Who are the best murder mystery authors” blog we discuss some of the best murder mystery authors...

It’s that time of year again. Exams are over and so is college or High School. It’s time to enter the scary wide world, but first it’s summer and a time to celebrate your diploma. The years of hard work...

Murder mystery parties are become a hugely popular form of entertainment. It adds something extra to any party or social gathering. There’s so many options to choose from and so many theme’s too. If murder mysteries are new to you,...

Where did Murder Mystery begin? The murder mystery thriller as a genre has been around for many years, it’s a formula that everyone knows and loves. But where did it come from? Well, some experts claim that the first murder...

Its that time of year again. The sun is in the sky, the temperatures are climbing, schools out and you’re wanting to spend more time out in the sun.  Perhaps you want to plan some sort of party with a...

Cocktails and Crime, what a great combination?! Murder Mystery dinner parties have become a great source of entertainment and have become hugely popular at any sort of social gathering. Whether opting for something silly, fun and family friendly or something...

Murder Mystery Parties have become hugely popular in recent years, any excuse for a party ay? And why not? Life has just started getting back to normal. You want to host a themed party, why not pick up a copy...

Who Are The British Monarchy?                   The British monarchy is the Royal Family of Great Britain. One of the few countries left with a Royal Family. The British Monarchy is globally renowned...

      Easter! What a great time of year! With the cold weather now behind you and the promise of summer fast approaching what’s not to love about the spring? So, dust off your garden furniture, mow that lawn,...

The Prohibition, 1920 to 1933. An Era of American history fraught with crime, gang warfare and illegal speakeasies.  Banned from drinking in bars and restaurants, the American people went underground. Secret jazz clubs and bars opened up all over the...

In 1920, American President Herbert Hoover implemented the biggest ‘social and economic experiment’ in history. He decided to ban alcohol being made, transported or sold across the entire of America. But how successful was prohibition really? What were its aims? Yes, it created a great storyline that has been used in games, books, films and TV shows, but media infamy was not its true purpose. In this article we look at the prohibition era and the emergence of the speakeasy, the gangsters who profited from illegal trade and the ramifications of this, that has made it such an appealing theme even now, over a century later.

From gothic horror and ghost stories to tales of elegance and extravagance in high society. From investigating a shooting in the city’s seedy underbelly or the poisoning of the Lady of the Manor, at her country estate. The Victorian Era...