The best book, hobby & craft shops in Decatur

4 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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Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · 4 places · showing the latest additions first

Novel Ideas Books & Gifts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

When your TBR pile needs a fresh plot twist, Novel Ideas Books & Gifts has roughly 20,000 books to dig through, plus quirky, functional…

480 E Main St

“When your TBR pile needs a fresh plot twist, Novel Ideas Books & Gifts has roughly 20,000 books to dig through, plus quirky, functional gifts like Solmate Socks. Perfect for a quick mood boost and a last-minute birthday win this week.”

From the Decatur newsletter, September 10, 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.

1146 Hickory Point Mall (Forsyth)

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

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Richland Community College Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Starting classes at Richland? The Richland Community College Bookstore has you covered with Richland Access, the program that automatically…

1 College Park · ✓ checked Aug 21

“Starting classes at Richland? The Richland Community College Bookstore has you covered with Richland Access, the program that automatically delivers your required course materials before day one in digital or print, with print pickups at the Campus Store and digital in Canvas or eCampus.”

From the Decatur newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Old Book Barn

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you're chasing your next mystery binge or finally giving that classic a shot, Old Book Barn is a sprawling, genre-sorted treasure…

126 US-51 (Forsyth) · ✓ checked Aug 4

“Whether you're chasing your next mystery binge or finally giving that classic a shot, Old Book Barn is a sprawling, genre-sorted treasure trove of new and used reads that rewards slow browsing. This week, pop in for a quick peek, leave with a happy stack.”

From the Decatur newsletter, August 15, 2026

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