Trivia by the Pound, laughs by the hour

Compact trivia that tips the scales is in store for anyone lucky enough to uncover Trivia by the Pound, the latest from Rumba Games, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Music, Literature, Pop Culture, Sports, Big Screen, Small Screen, and Christmas are all categories that rate their own game in this multi-edition set. There are no complex rules or pieces to keep track of. Each game ($14.99) includes over 1,000 trivia questions, pencils, and scorepads. Simply open and enjoy.

Also enjoy Read'em ($24.95), a family game that combines the skill of word building with the thrill of poker. Ante up and spell the best "poker" word you can out of the letter cards in your hand. Choose to "stay" or trade in some letter in the hopes of creating a full house. The question is: Can a clever wordsmith outplay a wily poker buff?

Another Rumba brainchild is the Magnetic Chess and Checkers travel set ($9.95). While most such "travel" games have pieces that stay on the board with magnets, Rumba has taken the concept an ingenious step further by having the board stick to metal surfaces via magnetic feet. So, stick 'em up--it's a modern take on a timeless pastime.

For the nearest store carrying Rumba games, just visit www.rum-bagames.com.

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