9AM - 9PM
180 NJ-35, Eatontown“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”
4 - 8PM
621 Cookman Ave, Asbury Park“We love to visit Asbury Park, and it just wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Paranormal Tower! The shop itself is always filled with interesting books and accoutrements, staff is friendly and informative, and their events are first rate! This visit, we decided to take the museum tour. We’ve never done it before, so we were quite excited. Our tour guide Sarah was amazing! She was an absolute fount of information, and she had so many fun anecdotes to share, as well! The tour was well-paced- we never lingered too long, but we were also never rushed. There’s quite a lot to see there, as well! My son’s favorite part was an authentic plague mask. I really enjoyed the Ed Warren painting, the Annabelle painting, and the doll collection. There’s definitely something for everyone from those interested in the paranormal, to those interested in history itself.
Location: easily located on Cookman Ave with plenty of parking all around the block. Store front is on a sidewalk, and the door to the shop is wheelchair accessible. I am not certain that the museum is- I recommend calling in advance.
Prices: the tour is for 1-6 people and runs about $120. Even for just we two- it was more than worth it, and it comes with 10% off purchases in the shop, which we thoroughly took advantage of, as well.
Overall- definitely recommend!!!”
“It’s a beautiful space that has a wonderful selection of products, but the best part is the sincerity and kindness of those who work there! Definitely worth a detour, even if for the aura photography alone.Namaste ”
“Was nice. Went for a graduation. Only issue. Whomever is the person that videos for the tv above should concentrate when giving diplomas on each student and not zoom out so parent ot friend cant see. All the students are the ones that worked hard and deserve to be seen”
9AM - 9PM
2130 NJ-35, Holmdel“Clean and organized! I’ve sat here and studied before and it’s lovely. Good selection of outlets to charge laptops with too! I love that they started carrying kpop albums!!”
10AM - 5PM
759 River Rd, Fair Haven“Quick stop at this super nice small bookstore. It’s well organized, a wide range of books (including a children’s section) and also cute felt animals, puzzles, bookmarks, stickers and other nice little gift items.”
10AM - 6PM
44 1/2, Main Ave, Ocean Grove“I have been going to Ocean Grove for vacation for several years now. I make it a point to visit the Comfort Zone on every trip. I love there selection of children's books and toys. I recently asked about a book I was looking for about the shark attacks on the Jersey Shore back in 1916. The owner of the store knew exactly what I was looking for but it was out of stock. He got on the phone and ordered for me. When it came in he called and sent to me. There items and products for every thing imaginable. I will be stopping by next year for sure. Marty H. Monroe New York”
“Very nice store. I was unable to locate a book that was supposedly available, a staff member assisted me in looking for the book. When she looked on the computer that it was listed as available she ordered the book and it arrived early and in good condition.”