The best book, hobby & craft shops in Fort Edward

“If your bookshelf, altar, and sense of humor all need a refresh, The Pretty Hot Mess mixes a legit book selection with tarot and oracle decks, crystals, sage and incense, essential oils, and cheeky novelties, plus their own plant-powered proprietary and hemp-infused blends.”

“Just One More Chapter is a boutique romance bookstore with special editions, limited prints, and a side of fantasy when you want dragons with your longing. Perfect for those weeknights when the TBR is stale and you need a fresh spark that ends happily ever after.”

From the Glens Falls newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Tucked inside The Shirt Factory, Beldame Books specializes in comics, manga, and the kind of genre fiction you swear you’ll read before bed, then actually do. New, used, and delightfully odd finds rotate in often, plus pull lists and easy trade-ins keep your shelf fresh without drama.”

“Black Walnut Books is the kind of indie shop where you pop in for one title and somehow leave with three, thanks to thoughtful curation, chatty staff picks, and shelves that reward a slow browse. Perfect for when your TBR pile needs a little chaos.”