“If you are looking for a local independent bookstore, this is your place! The owner is incredibly knowledgeable about books and different genres. She goes above and beyond to help me each time choose a new book to read. Also, if the book isn’t in stock, she is quick to order. The new locations and additions to the shop make it even better than before! Also, lots of great events like author and book signings. This is a go to during your visit to Spring Lake”
11:30AM - 9PM
621 Cookman Ave, Asbury Park
Book Stores
“Yesterday my grandson, husband and I scheduled a tour at the Paranormal Museum. We arrived at our appointed time and were immediately welcomed inside by our tour guide, R.J.
First, we were asked about our interest in coming. My grandson is an artist and is working on a comic book about the Jersey Devil. R. J. said he would share a lot of information about cryptids and the Jersey Devil in particular.
R.J. Is very knowledgeable about the different artifacts inside the building. My grandson found the Jersey Devil information and artifacts both interesting and helpful for his research. My husband, an avid record collector, found the story about the phonograph intriguing. I found the stories about the women in white most interesting.
At the end of our tour R.J. took time to look at my grandson’s sketches and helped him find a book from their collection.
We found the tour to be well worth the cost and R.J. to be an excellent storyteller about the supernatural.”
10AM - 5PM
171 Main St, Manasquan
Book Stores
“Wonderful book shop! Staff were wonderful with really great recommendations. Very wide selection of titles in all different genres. Lots of bookish gift selections too, including pins, bags, wallets, puzzles, and more. Honestly, it’s good I live so far from this store, otherwise I would spend all my money here!”
9AM - 5:30PM
44 1/2, Main Ave, Ocean Grove
Book Stores
“I went into this store on Saturday evening, the 13th of December because of how absolutely welcoming it seemed. The staff could not have been nicer. I think it may have been close to closing time, but they never made us feel rushed. I purchased a Clea Ray messenger bag. It was exactly the size and style I had been looking for. Being a history buff, I loved hearing that it was made of repurposed military canvas. The bag I bought was made from a French mailbag. It’s so sturdy and roomy without being bulky or too big. I’m so happy with my new bag. I will be back! Merry Christmas!”
9AM - 1PM
College Dr Building 8, Toms River
Book Stores
“It's an organized small area for getting OCC Merchandise and necessary supplies for school such as laptops and accessories, notebooks, pens, pencils, highlighters, etc.. There are more things to choose from on the online OCC Bookstore website.”
“Love this place. Its decor is very warm and vintage in style, making you feel like you're in an old-fashioned bookstore. It is also fully stocked and diverse, books, magazines, anime, toys, board games, vinyl discs, overall great content for children and adults??. It also has a Starbucks ☕. Neat, organized, and customer friendly. The plaza has an ample parking lot as well as accessible spots and ramps ?️♿️. Highly recommended ✅⭐”
“Super cute local book store with many options. One of my favorite things at a book store is when they do “Blind Date With A Book”. This store does that! Also has some items other than books. Has a back reading area i assume is for children. Super cute. They sell used books. You can donate books too but they aren’t accepting any as of this post”