The best book, hobby & craft shops in Middlesex County

11 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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Main Street Comics & Toys

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Main Street Comics & Toys is the friendly, fair-priced spot locals trust for new issues, toys, and collectibles. With 200,000+ back issues…

74 N Main St (Milltown)

“Main Street Comics & Toys is the friendly, fair-priced spot locals trust for new issues, toys, and collectibles. With 200,000+ back issues since 1991, a handy Reservist program so you never miss an issue, and they buy comics and toys if you’re selling, it’s easy to get hooked.”

From the Middlesex County newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Brunswick Square Mall, 753 NJ-18 (East Brunswick)

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

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Middlesex College Bookstore

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Middlesex College Bookstore makes back-to-class ridiculously easy this week with a course materials finder that matches your exact…

2600 Woodbridge Ave (Edison)

“Middlesex College Bookstore makes back-to-class ridiculously easy this week with a course materials finder that matches your exact sections, then stocks the rest of your week: notebooks, pens, calculators, headphones, laptops, snacks and care packages, spirit gear, and even diploma frames for Future You.”

From the Sayreville newsletter, August 29, 2026

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New Jersey Guitar & Bass Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

New Jersey Guitar & Bass Center is a smart stop this week, inspecting and setting up every instrument, stocking new and used guitars and…

995 Amboy Ave (Edison)

“New Jersey Guitar & Bass Center is a smart stop this week, inspecting and setting up every instrument, stocking new and used guitars and basses from vintage gems to lefty options, doing fret dressing and other repairs, running lessons, offering PA and amp rentals, plus they can order from authorized brands.”

From the Middlesex County 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.

909 US-1 (North Brunswick Township)

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

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

55 Parsonage Rd (Edison)

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

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Solid Craft Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you're a franchisor sizing up expansion or a first-time franchisee, Solid Craft Inc. is the local one-stop team to help you locate,…

1941 Oak Tree Rd (Edison)

“Whether you're a franchisor sizing up expansion or a first-time franchisee, Solid Craft Inc. is the local one-stop team to help you locate, design, construct, finance, ensure, and grow. This week, skip the juggling act and get end-to-end guidance that actually moves your Middlesex County playbook forward.”

From the Middlesex County newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer for guitars, drums, keyboards, and other musical instruments, plus amps, and recording equipment.

666 NJ-18 (East Brunswick)

“Chain retailer for guitars, drums, keyboards, and other musical instruments, plus amps, and recording equipment.”

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

1908 NJ-27 Ste B (Edison)

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

North Village Shopping Center, 869 US-1 (North Brunswick Township)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

429 US-1 South (Iselin)

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

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