The best book, hobby & craft shops in Brunswick County

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

Islands Art & Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Cozy shop for local art, plus a selection of beach-themed reads and jewelry.

6885 Beach Dr SW Unit c (Ocean Isle Beach)

“Cozy shop for local art, plus a selection of beach-themed reads and jewelry.”

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Pelican Book Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Quaint bookstore with a cozy vibe offering new and used copies, as well as puzzles.

1780 Chandlers Ln Unit 10B (Sunset Beach)

“Quaint bookstore with a cozy vibe offering new and used copies, as well as puzzles.”

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Brunswick Community College Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookstore located in an administrative building and student center that also houses an auditorium and gym.

50 College Rd NE (Bolivia)

“Bookstore located in an administrative building and student center that also houses an auditorium and gym.”

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Varno Musical Instrument Repair

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Varno Musical Instrument Repair brings 30+ years of certified know-how to string, woodwind and brass fixes. From violin bridge work and…

611 Lanvale Hills Cir (Leland)

“Varno Musical Instrument Repair brings 30+ years of certified know-how to string, woodwind and brass fixes. From violin bridge work and woodwind repads to brass chemical cleans and valve adjustments, they get instruments back to “plays like it should” so your practice actually sounds like progress this week.”

From the Brunswick County newsletter, August 7, 2026

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