The best book, hobby & craft shops in Florence

5 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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Comics 2 Games

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Comics 2 Games keeps the shelves fresh with New Releases every week and backs it up with 14 years of pinball passion. Set up a Comic Pull…

8470 US-42

“Comics 2 Games keeps the shelves fresh with New Releases every week and backs it up with 14 years of pinball passion. Set up a Comic Pull File, rediscover classics, then reward yourself with a few silver-ball victories this week... because you earned it.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Japan Imports

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Japan Imports is the Florence spot for comics, manga, TCG battles, anime figures, plushies, and Japanese snacks, with in-store events and…

8870 Bankers St

“Japan Imports is the Florence spot for comics, manga, TCG battles, anime figures, plushies, and Japanese snacks, with in-store events and those hard to find, sometimes Japanese-exclusive releases that make you text friends, then swing by to see what just dropped.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Comic Book World, Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Old-school since 1981, Comic Book World, Inc. keeps shelves stacked with fresh new comics every week, RPGs, and graphic novels, plus lively…

7130 Turfway Rd

“Old-school since 1981, Comic Book World, Inc. keeps shelves stacked with fresh new comics every week, RPGs, and graphic novels, plus lively tournaments and events that feel more like hanging with the crew than shopping. Swing by when your pull list or party needs a boost, the staff actually helps.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 11, 2026

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FYE

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Entertainment retail chain selling new & pre-owned music, movies & video games, plus T-shirts.

2028 Mall Rd

“Entertainment retail chain selling new & pre-owned music, movies & video games, plus T-shirts.”

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

Florence Square S.C, 7663 Mall Rd

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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