The best book, hobby & craft shops in DeKalb County

10 book, hobby & craft shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Akoma Coffee & Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Akoma Coffee & Books is a Black-owned bookstore and coffee house inside Priví Stonecrest, curating Black stories for every age. Settle in…

8020 Mall Pkwy Lot 1C Suite 1010 (Stonecrest)

“Akoma Coffee & Books is a Black-owned bookstore and coffee house inside Priví Stonecrest, curating Black stories for every age. Settle in with a pour over or matcha, browse the shelves, and stay for the conversations, events, and that just-right neighborhood vibe.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, October 15, 2026

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Prelude Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Prelude Bookstore is a thoughtfully curated neighborhood spot in Dunwoody where the shelves are a jewel box of handpicked reads, meaningful…

5529 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Ste 260 (Dunwoody)

“Prelude Bookstore is a thoughtfully curated neighborhood spot in Dunwoody where the shelves are a jewel box of handpicked reads, meaningful gifts, and good conversation. Drop in for guided book clubs, kid-friendly story times, and author events that make this week feel a little more bookish.”

From the North ATL newsletter, August 26, 2026

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ScrapTucker

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

This week, give your next project fresh spark with gently used paints, yarn, paper, and delightfully random maker finds at ScrapTucker,…

2130 Henderson Mill Rd (Atlanta)

“This week, give your next project fresh spark with gently used paints, yarn, paper, and delightfully random maker finds at ScrapTucker, Scraplanta’s art supply reuse shop. It’s affordable, creative chaos in the best way, and every haul keeps good stuff out of the landfill which feels pretty great.”

From the Atlanta newsletter, September 23, 2026

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Atlanta Discount Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Atlanta Discount Music is the longtime boutique guitar hangout with racks of electrics and acoustics, serious amp options from Marshall to…

3514 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd (Chamblee)

“Atlanta Discount Music is the longtime boutique guitar hangout with racks of electrics and acoustics, serious amp options from Marshall to Matchless to Tone King, and a pedal buffet spanning Strymon, JHS, EarthQuaker Devices, Boss, and more, plus rotating used finds if you’re chasing character over factory fresh.”

From the North ATL newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

4715-A Ashford Dunwoody Rd (Dunwoody)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Briarcliff LaVista Shopping Center, 4000 Lavista Rd (Tucker)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Charis Books & More

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Charis Books & More keeps the shelves stacked with feminist and cultural studies gems, queer lit, and smart picks for kids, plus a steady…

184 S Candler St (Decatur) · ✓ checked Aug 21

“Charis Books & More keeps the shelves stacked with feminist and cultural studies gems, queer lit, and smart picks for kids, plus a steady stream of author talks and book clubs. If your TBR could use more voice and vision, make the short hop this week and get inspired.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, October 4, 2026

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

4310 Lavista Rd (Tucker)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

120 Perimeter Center Place NE, Perimeter Center Pl (Dunwoody)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

5213 Memorial Dr (Stone Mountain)

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

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