The best book, hobby & craft shops in Cumberland County

If your book stack needs more hope than homework, Faith & Flame - Books and Gifts is a local Christian book store with thoughtfully chosen titles and gifts that actually mean something. Handy when you want uplifting reads or a present that says more than just "I thought of you".

From the Shippensburg newsletter, September 30, 2026

Comics And Cool Stuff is an online treasure trove for Carlisle collectors, mixing comic books and graphic novels with action figures, vintage and modern toys, sci fi and horror memorabilia, Disneyana, diecast, and card games, perfect for tracking down missing issues or that one figure you swore didn’t exist.

From the Carlisle newsletter, October 16, 2026

From classics and science fiction to graphic lit, poetry, and regional Pennsylvania shelves, Whistlestop Bookshop is packed with staff picks, signed copies, and love for Local Authors Past & Present. Plus: puzzles, Folkmanis puppets, and totes, so your next rainy afternoon plan basically makes itself.

From the Carlisle newsletter, October 8, 2026

Fret Factory is where Harrisburg players cruise through strung and fretted instruments, power and tone upgrades, and signal chain gear, then line up repairs or music school lessons when creativity strikes. Consignments, fresh setups, and a legit factory-floor vibe make it an easy win for your weekly jam plans.

From the Harrisburg newsletter, August 22, 2026

BCR Music & Sound keeps local players covered with electric, acoustic and bass guitars, amps, pedals and effects, and a deep used-gear bench with buy-sell-trade. Need help? Their repair pros handle setups and restorations, and BCR Music School offers lessons in person or online so you use that new rig.

From the Harrisburg newsletter, September 1, 2026

Shop offering an inventory of used and vintage guitars, basses and banjos, plus amps.