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West Virginia University Bookstore (opens in a new tab)

MountainLair, 1550 University Ave · Morgantown

West Virginia University Bookstore is the reliable one-stop for course materials, apparel and spirit-shop picks, and the extras that make…

West Virginia University Bookstore is the reliable one-stop for course materials, apparel and spirit-shop picks, and the extras that make semesters easier. Think First Day Complete for stress-free textbooks, plus Apple tech, notebooks, dorm essentials, diploma frames, snacks, and even a Book & Vinyl spot...

From the Mon County newsletter, October 21, 2026

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Four Horsemen Comics and Gaming of Morgantown (opens in a new tab)

9515 Mall Rd · Morgantown

Four Horsemen Comics and Gaming of Morgantown is the local HQ for new releases and hard-to-find pulls, with pre-order comics, key issues,…

Four Horsemen Comics and Gaming of Morgantown is the local HQ for new releases and hard-to-find pulls, with pre-order comics, key issues, TCG singles, board games, RPGs, and a busy events calendar. Their 16th Anniversary Weekend runs October 23 to 25, which is a pretty great excuse to roll some dice with neighbors.

From the Mon County newsletter, October 15, 2026

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Pinocchio's Books & Toys (opens in a new tab)

3446 University Ave Ste 1 · Morgantown

Pinocchio's Books & Toys is the store for the kid in all of us, with a curated mix of board books, learn-to-read picks, graphic novels, and…

Pinocchio's Books & Toys is the store for the kid in all of us, with a curated mix of board books, learn-to-read picks, graphic novels, and unique toys like squishies, slime, fidgets, plushies, and Melissa & Doug. Shop by age, grab-and-go gifts, plus local delivery and shipping.

From the Waynesburg newsletter, October 16, 2026

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Comic Paradise Plus (opens in a new tab)

401 Walnut Ave

New issues, indie finds, and back-issue hunts that steal your afternoon, Comic Paradise Plus also packs graphic novels, collectibles,…

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New issues, indie finds, and back-issue hunts that steal your afternoon, Comic Paradise Plus also packs graphic novels, collectibles, minis, and RPG gear. It’s the Fairmont spot where your reading list grows faster than your to-do list, and nobody judges you for it.

From the Fairmont newsletter, October 17, 2026

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Barnes & Noble (opens in a new tab)

301 S Hills Village · Pittsburgh

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

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O B Fawley Music Co (opens in a new tab)

1804 Earl L Core Rd · Morgantown

Family owned for over 90 years in Morgantown, O B Fawley Music Co is the go-to for instruments, in-house repairs, private lessons, and…

Family owned for over 90 years in Morgantown, O B Fawley Music Co is the go-to for instruments, in-house repairs, private lessons, and rental or lease options across band and orchestra, guitars, keys, drums, and audio gear. Get ready for school rehearsals or hometown gigs without the runaround.

From the Mon County newsletter, September 27, 2026

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