The best book, hobby & craft shops in Olive Branch

New comics drop weekly, and The Cellar Tabletop Games & Comics keeps the community buzzing with Magic: The Gathering and board game nights. Swing by this week to flip through fresh issues, roll some dice, and meet the kind of people who appreciate a critical hit and a good punchline.

From the Bartlett newsletter, October 17, 2026

Batcave Treasures and Toys is the local collector’s rabbit hole in the best way, stacked with action figures, Funko Pops, comics, and other finds that hit every nostalgia button. Make time this week to dig through the racks, chat with fellow Bartlett fans, and leave with something you actually want on your shelf.

From the Bartlett newsletter, October 13, 2026

Since 1875, Burke's Books has quietly hoarded the good stuff, mixing unusual new, used, and rare titles with sharp staff picks and events. It’s dog friendly, they buy books, and their topic notifications make it dangerously easy to snag that next can’t-put-down read.

From the Germantown newsletter, September 4, 2026

Novel. is a cozy local bookstore where the shelves are smartly curated, the cafe/bar setup makes lingering too easy, and the event calendar stays packed with author talks, story times, and book clubs. When you want staff picks that actually hit, this place delivers.

From the Shelby County newsletter, October 22, 2026

Whether you're restocking Sunday School or tightening up the pulpit game, Church Of God In Christ Bookstore keeps Memphis ministries humming with Annual Lesson Commentary, Sunday School quarterlies, departmental guides and handbooks, financial literacy resources, communion supplies, and official clergy attire.

From the Memphis newsletter, October 14, 2026

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

Crosswalk, Central Church’s own bookstore, keeps Christ-centered reads within easy reach when your week needs a reset. Pop by this week to grab something for your nightstand and leave with a little extra peace to carry into Collierville life.

From the Collierville newsletter, October 9, 2026

Memphis players, when your axe starts buzzing or fighting back, El Segundo Guitars is the go-to luthier for thoughtful repair work that brings feel and tone back in line. Handle it this week, then enjoy chords that ring, bends that sing, and fewer side-eyes from your tuner.

From the Bartlett newsletter, October 6, 2026

American Music & Sound is the distributor behind a lot of the gear you actually want, from ADAM Audio studio monitors and Allen & Heath mixers to Nord stage keyboards and Focusrite interfaces. Browsing their lineup is a quick way to plan your next studio or stage upgrade.

From the Desoto County newsletter, October 18, 2026

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

From grands and verticals to digitals and player piano systems, Amro Piano Gallery makes upgrading your practice space feel easy. Hit them up this week for expert tuning, moving, or restoration, browse the selection, or snag a piano event rental if your living room suddenly needs a concert vibe.

From the Memphis newsletter, September 30, 2026

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

Amro Music Stores Inc gets Memphis players set with rentals for flutes, clarinets, saxes, strings and percussion, plus solid repairs and step-up consultations. Pianos too... tuning, moving, restoration, and even rentals if the living room is begging for a new soundtrack.

From the Memphis newsletter, October 7, 2026

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

If your practice time needs a spark, Martin Music is stacked with boutique electrics and acoustics, righteous amps, pedals that make your board grin, plus left-handed finds. They also do lessons, pro repairs, and let you sell your gear, so your next Memphis riff hits harder without the clutter.

From the Memphis newsletter, September 23, 2026

From school-approved band rentals with brands like Jupiter, Bach, and Selmer to pro guitar fixes by luthier Adam Lucchesi, Circle Music Center keeps the whole house playing this week. They also stock pianos and guitars, plus offer piano tuning and careful moves... so your music survives the weekend.

From the Germantown newsletter, October 11, 2026

Need a new mic, a set of studio monitors, or just that one stubborn XLR cable keeping your rig quiet? Yarbrough's Music is a mom and pop Memphis shop with pro audio, guitars, and recording essentials that keep home studios and Sunday sets running smoothly.

From the Bartlett newsletter, October 11, 2026

Run by artists for artists since 1974, Art Center is where Memphis creatives nerd out over thousands of supplies and get custom framing that doesn’t wreck the budget. Come for expert help with everything from varnish drama to block-print mishaps... leave with ideas and the right tools.

From the Memphis newsletter, September 16, 2026

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