The best book, hobby & craft shops in Holyoke

Booklink Booksellers is that small bookstore with a loud voice, a fun card collection, and plenty of sale picks. fm audiobooks make it easy to keep your TBR moving.

From the Northampton newsletter, October 8, 2026

Springfield College Bookstore has new, used, and digital textbooks, plus gear from Under Armour and Champion, lanyards, pennants, drinkware, electronics, and study essentials. It’s the go-to when you need a notebook, an Apple charger, or a morale-boosting hoodie before the next game.

From the Springfield newsletter, October 23, 2026

Northamptonites, when your shelves beg for something new, Book Moon delivers that satisfying browse-only-to-leave-with-three-books energy, with smart staff picks, surprises you didn’t know you needed, and enough range to rescue any reading slump. A dependable go-to whenever you crave a real bookstore moment.

From the Northampton newsletter, September 11, 2026

Earth Dreams leans into all things introspective with books and cards for exploring the subconscious, a restorative studio for slowing down, plus events and resources that feel tailor made for Amherst brains running a little too fast... in other words, your midweek reset.

From the Amherst newsletter, October 15, 2026

Amherst Books nails that cozy, well-curated vibe with new and used finds, shelves of local authors, smart gifts, and a steady stream of events. Hop on their event mailing list to stay in the loop, then browse at your own pace and let a surprise pick you.

From the Amherst newsletter, October 8, 2026

Rumspringa Books is the indie nook partnering with Nosh to pair page-turners with food and drinks, stocking current bestsellers, beloved classics, and the booksellers’ personal obsessions. The selection shifts weekly and they’ll happily order what you want, so pop by Springfield and let your TBR pile bloom.

From the Springfield newsletter, October 8, 2026

Over in West Springfield, A New Chapter is the kind of indie bookstore locals claim as their own, with shelves curated by founder Scott Szaban, a cozy lounge, a kids’ nook, brisk special orders, and monthly clubs and author events that keep your TBR growing.

From the Westfield newsletter, October 4, 2026

Elms College Bookstore has the good stuff for week-one sanity checks, from Champion tees and cozy hoodies to pennants, notebooks, mechanical pencils, and even Apple and Microsoft gear. Grab Elms-branded gifts for alumni, a new tumbler, or a diploma frame this week and thank yourself later.

From the Chicopee newsletter, October 8, 2026

Whether you’re eyeing a first guitar, leveling up your keys game, or finally joining that neighborhood band, Falcetti Music has the goods and the guidance.

From the Palmer newsletter, October 10, 2026

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

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