Each book offers a labyrinth of secrets; hidden, waiting for you to seek out and solve
The Locked Shelf
How it Works
Buy a Book!
Buy a book. The book ships. You have the Book. Now find the QR code/Link to access that book‘s Answer entry page.
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Start solving puzzles.
Find puzzles in the book that connect with the puzzles inputs on the book‘s answer entry page.
For Example: If a puzzle has to do with a bird, the answer probably goes to the puzzle box with a bird symbol.
Solve all puzzles to WIN!
Once you solve all the books puzzles you will see a winning message with your total time to solve the book.
FAQ
How can I access the book's answer entry page, and what is the prerequisite for gaining access to this page?
You can access the book's answer entry page by using the special website link provided in the book you've bought. This page is only accessible to those who have purchased the book and used the link from the book. This ensures that only the book's owners can join the interactive puzzle experience on the website.
Where can I access the book's answer entry page on the Locked Shelf website, and how are subsequent books handled?
After you've used the link in the book to access the answer entry page, that book will be shown on the homepage for easy access back to the answer entry page. You can easily find your owned books' answer entry pages directly on the homepage of LockedShelf.com. Books you haven't bought will appear as links on the homepage, allowing you to conveniently buy them directly from the website
How are my answers stored and managed on the browser to ensure data privacy?
Your answers are stored securely in your browser's memory, ensuring your data remains private and accessible only to you on your device. Depending on your browser this data may be automatically cleared after 7 days of not visiting this website. Our software engineers are working on improving this experience for a better data management solution in the future.
Will I be timed on how fast I solve a book?
The time taken to solve each individual puzzle is calculated from the moment you open the book's “Answer entry page” to when you solve it. The total "solved time" for the whole book is calculated from the start time and time to finish your last puzzle. While hints used are recorded they do not affect your recorded time(s).
Can I compete with friends and/or family?
You can compete with your friends based on the number of tries it takes to solve each puzzle and the total time taken to complete the entire book. Real-time competition might be possible by comparing each person's progress and results.
Is there a way to get hints?
Yes, there's a "hint toggle" button on the book's answer entry page. It reveals additional clues for puzzles that you've attempted more than 5 times. If you find a puzzle too difficult, you can use the hints. We don't keep track of the hint button's use, so it's on the honor system if you're competing with friends or family. If you still can solve a puzzles with the hint... keep trying. Some people are still trying to complete a Rubik's Cube.
What do I do when I am done?
Congratulations! You did it! First thing, Capture and share a screenshot of your winning book webpage, showcasing your completion time and number of hints used. Share your success on social media — tag us on Instagram or Facebook!. Second, before you bid farewell to that trusty book, hold up! Let's rescue it from the dusty confines of a landfill. On your next Locked Manhattan reservation, bring in your used book (in any condition!) for recycling. In exchange for your eco-smart move we will hand you a silicone wristband.
Can I get a cool wristband for recycling my book at Locked Manhattan? Funny you should have asked...
OF COURSE! As a token of our appreciation for your eco-conscious move, we'll hand you a sleek silicone wristband, marking your triumph in cracking the code of a Locked Shelf adventure. To recieve your wristband hand us your used book on your next Locked Manhattan escape room reservation
