The best book, hobby & craft shops in Franklin County

“Bookseller chain with a broad selection of titles for adults & kids, plus magazines & gifts.”

“Heroes and Games is a small, well-stocked comic and TCG shop inside the convention center with a busy weekly events lineup for Magic, Pokémon, One Piece, Yu-Gi-Oh, Digimon, Flesh and Blood and more. They also run an easy online comic subscription so your pull list stays on track without the last-minute scramble.”

From the Fairborn newsletter, September 13, 2026

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

“Independent, woman-owned, and obsessed with matching readers to the right story, Storyline Bookshop is the neighborhood spot for staff picks, cozy corners, and lively book clubs like No Plot, Just Vibes. Browse bestsellers and hidden gems, snag gifts and journals, then linger until your next favorite finds you.”

From the Hilliard newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Cover to Cover Children's Books is the neighborhood spot for classic tales and shiny new releases, plus lively story times and author visits. Browse Staff Pre-Order Picks and Ohio Preorder Picks, snag a gift card, then let the kids discover their next obsession while you pretend it’s for them.”

From the Columbus newsletter, October 2, 2026

“Whether you're curious about ginseng's get-up-and-go or ready to try a real-deal internal cleansing program, HSU & CO. Natural Health Store East is a family-run spot for organic vitamins, herbs, probiotics, body care, and distilled water, with friendly guidance that feels neighborly, not salesy.”

From the Reynoldsburg newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Blue Couch Bookshop is a woman-owned, Grandview indie with lively book clubs, kiddo storytimes, and staff picks that actually hit. Swing by when your TBR needs a plot twist, or when you want new releases, preorders, and the occasional author event without leaving the neighborhood.”

From the Columbus newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Capital City Comics is the spot to browse new releases, dig for back issues, and geek out over toys and collectibles. They buy, sell, and trade, plus a pull service keeps must-reads ready so you don't miss a storyline... great for Reynoldsburg readers chasing the next read or that one issue you swore you had.”

From the Reynoldsburg newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Big selection of old and new comic books at an organized shop, plus collectibles, board games and knowledgeable staff.”

“Phoenix Books Ltd is Columbus’s long-running home for metaphysical books plus truly personalized astrology, with founder Bob Peters crafting deep-dive natal chart consultations that zero in on life purpose and timing.”

From the Columbus newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Celestielle Bookstore leans hard into magic and romance, with hand-picked fantastical reads, audiobooks, and lively book clubs. Keep an eye on their themed happenings like the Threshing Day Party on Monday, September 28 and an ACOTAR 6 release bash, perfect if your TBR already has dragons penciled in.”

From the Westerville newsletter, October 1, 2026

“With 40+ years of book-hunting cred, Karen Wickliff - Books is a Clintonville staple where locals stumble on out-of-print gems, scholarly oddities, and shelves that go deep in history, literature, sci-fi, poetry and more. Expect old bindings, postcards, and the occasional pamphlet rabbit hole.”

From the Upper Arlington newsletter, September 4, 2026

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

“Bookspace is moving into a permanent home, aiming for October 2026, but their online shelves and staff recs are very much open. If you like smart curation, community vibes, and cat-forward merch, add them to your rotation and sign up for the newsletter.”

From the Columbus newsletter, September 18, 2026

“Clintonville Books blends the fun of a used shop with the thrill of a treasure hunt, stocking new reads alongside vintage curiosities and the occasional rare edition. Perfect for topping off the TBR or chasing that out-of-print itch you swear only you remember.”

From the Columbus newsletter, September 11, 2026

“From school and church choral to band, orchestra, piano, organ, handbell and OMEA solos, Stanton's Sheet Music has the parts you need, plus a Listening Lab to preview and Digital Delivery when you just need it in hand, like, yesterday. Educators will appreciate their clinics and blog picks this week.”

From the Columbus newsletter, October 9, 2026

“Sticks chewed to splinters? Columbus Percussion has drumsticks, mallets, brushes, and rods for every setup, plus marching, concert, vibraphone and timpani picks from Vic Firth, Zildjian, Innovative Percussion, and Pro-Mark. Swing by this week and let your hands feel the upgrade.”

From the Dublin newsletter, September 13, 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Family-owned Guitar House Workshop specializes in acoustic instruments, offering skilled repairs, sales, and lessons in person or on Zoom so you can get back to playing. If your strings are sulking, these folks care about your musical experience and it shows.”

From the Mansfield newsletter, September 1, 2026

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

“Music store featuring a range of instruments and accessories such as guitars, amps, and keyboards.”

“Craft Raccoon is a creative reuse studio where Columbus makers score materials saved from the landfill and spark new ideas.”

From the Columbus newsletter, August 12, 2026

“Need a new axe, fresh strings, or a fretboard rescue, German Village Music Haus has been hooking up Columbus players for 50+ years with Bill Foley Fine Instruments guitars, plus basses, amps, and more. Knowledgeable staff, lessons, and repair for any stringed instrument means less buzzing, more playing.”

From the Columbus newsletter, August 27, 2026

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

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

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