# Dragon Bite Books & Crafts: Second Hand Shop in Roanoke, VA

> Dragon Bite Books & Crafts is a second hand shop in Roanoke, VA.

Source: https://thriftnearby.com/va/roanoke/dragon-bite-books-crafts/

This Roanoke shop pairs a secondhand bookshop with a creative reuse center. Shoppers browse used books and craft supplies such as precut fabric by the ounce, yarn, candles, jewelry, paper goods, drawing utensils, paintbrushes, and art kits, plus local and handmade gifts. The shop also hosts workshops, classes, author events, and story times. Open Wednesday through Sunday, it offers a wheelchair accessible entrance and free on-site parking.

> Dragon Bite Books & Crafts is Roanoke's new hybrid secondhand bookshop & creative reuse center! Shop for secondhand craft supplies like precut fabric by the ounce, yarn, candles, jewelry, paper goods, drawing utensils, paintbrushes, & art kits - plus local & handmade gifts, & secondhand books of course. Follow on socials for workshops, classes, author events, story times, & visiting vendors. Dragon Bite encourages eco-consciousness, self-exploration, artistic play, new experiences, & libraries that represent diverse perspectives by centering stories by & about those who have been…
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> — From the store’s Google listing

## Details

- Type: Second Hand Shop
- Address: 5342 Franklin Rd, Roanoke, VA 24014
- Website: http://linktr.ee/dragonbitebooks
- Google rating: 5 from 55 reviews
- County: Roanoke County
- Map: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=37.2024934,-79.9479453
- Last verified: 2026-09-20
- Star breakdown: 5★ 55, 4★ 0, 3★ 0, 2★ 0, 1★ 0

## Features

- Buying and donating: Sells used goods
- Service options: In-store shopping
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking
- Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, Checks
- About the business: Small business, Women-owned, LGBTQ+ friendly
- Parking: Free parking lot, On-site parking

## What reviewers mention

craft selection (22), craft supplies (15), friendly owner (11), used books (6), yarn (4), workshops (3), foster cat (2), repurposed materials (2)

## Hours

- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Friday: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM

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