The best book, hobby & craft shops in Chelan County

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A Book For All Seasons (opens in a new tab)

707 US Hwy 2 B · Leavenworth

Looking for a new read without driving to the big box? A Book For All Seasons keeps shelves fresh with Staff Picks, ABFAS Top 10 Indie…

Looking for a new read without driving to the big box? A Book For All Seasons keeps shelves fresh with Staff Picks, ABFAS Top 10 Indie Bestsellers, and gifts, plus in-store author events that make it easy to bump into neighbors and leave with something you'll actually finish.

From the Chelan County newsletter, October 16, 2026

Krampus Kave (opens in a new tab)

900 Front St o · Leavenworth

Krampus Kave packs Leavenworth's shelves with comics, games, and oddities that are equal parts clever and chaotic. Perfect for locals…

Krampus Kave packs Leavenworth's shelves with comics, games, and oddities that are equal parts clever and chaotic. Perfect for locals growing a game-night lineup or hunting a just-weird-enough gift, it’s the kind of spot you wander in for a comic… and leave with a new obsession.

From the Chelan County newsletter, November 6, 2026

Der Sportsmann (opens in a new tab)

837 Front St #1326 · Leavenworth

Family owned since 1972, Der Sportsmann is the Leavenworth standby for hiking, biking, XC skiing and climbing, with rentals, quick tunes,…

Family owned since 1972, Der Sportsmann is the Leavenworth standby for hiking, biking, XC skiing and climbing, with rentals, quick tunes, and spot-on trail beta from staff who actually get outside. Forgot a tube, need a wax, or upgrading gear... they’ll sort you out fast.

From the Chelan County newsletter, October 8, 2026

The Book Nook (opens in a new tab)

145 Wapato Way #7 · Manson

The Book Nook is part of The Secret Lair @ Lake Chelan, where tabletop gaming and escape-room vibes mingle, backed by shelves of new and…

The Book Nook is part of The Secret Lair @ Lake Chelan, where tabletop gaming and escape-room vibes mingle, backed by shelves of new and used games, RPGs, puzzles, miniatures, and plushies.

From the Chelan County newsletter, October 23, 2026

Avalon Music (opens in a new tab)

532 N Wenatchee Ave · Wenatchee

Need a quick tune-up, a school-year rental, or a nudge to finally practice again? Avalon Music offers instrument rentals, repairs, lessons…

Need a quick tune-up, a school-year rental, or a nudge to finally practice again? Avalon Music offers instrument rentals, repairs, lessons with local teachers, and plenty of gear and accessories, so you can sound good this week and keep the valley humming.

From the Chelan County newsletter, October 30, 2026