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Books and puzzles from a little off planet

New and bargain books on witchcraft, myth, horror, fantasy and sci-fi, plus jigsaw puzzles and games, shipped from Iowa. Our Pleasant Hill store opens September 2026.

New World Witchery: A Trove of North American Folk Magic by Cory Thomas Hutcheson
Forbidden Mysteries of Faery Witchcraft by Storm Faerywolf
Psychic Witch : Deluxe Hardcover Edition: A Metaphysical Guide to Meditation, Magick & Manifestation, by Mat Auryn
Dinosaur Roar 75 Piece Lenticular Puzzle from Mudpuppy - Exciting and Innovative Jigsaw Puzzle for Kids, 17.75″ x 11″, Watch The Completed Puzzle Transform Before Your Eyes, Ages 5+
A Space Meowdyssey 500 Piece Puzzle, by Galison
The World of Norse Mythology a 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle : By Adam Simpson, by Adam Simpson

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The World of Norse Mythology a 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

About Laurence King The World of Norse Mythology 1000 pieces Made by Laurence King Completed puzzle measures 19" x...

$23.84

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Hungry For Mars book cover by Bill Claman

From our founder

Hungry For Mars? Here's Your Menu!

Bill Claman, the Air Force Desert Storm veteran who founded Off Planet in 2021, wrote a book about how and what people will actually eat on Mars. It is the reason this shop has a little red planet in its heart.

Bill also runs our Featured Author program, which shines a light on independent writers of space, aliens, ghosts, witches and cryptids.

Opening September 2026

Come visit the shop in Pleasant Hill, Iowa

After years of shipping books and puzzles across the country, we are opening a real brick-and-mortar store in Pleasant Hill. Browse the shelves in person, flip through a grimoire, pick up a puzzle for the weekend, and say hi to Bill.

  • Address: [CONFIRM WITH OWNER], Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Hours: [CONFIRM WITH OWNER]
  • Phone: [CONFIRM WITH OWNER]
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Good questions

Frequently asked questions

How much is shipping?

Books usually ship by USPS Media Mail, the most affordable option for books, and puzzles and games ship by USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. Your exact rate is calculated live at checkout based on your address and cart. Free shipping threshold: [CONFIRM WITH OWNER].

Do you have a physical store?

Yes. Off Planet Books & Puzzles is opening a retail store in Pleasant Hill, Iowa in September 2026. Street address and hours: [CONFIRM WITH OWNER]. Until then, everything is available to order online and ships from Iowa.

What kind of books do you carry?

We carry new and remainder books on witchcraft and magic, mythology, horror, fantasy, science fiction and mystery, plus activity and coloring books. If it is a little strange, a little cosmic or a little spooky, it probably belongs on our shelves.

Do you sell jigsaw puzzles?

Yes, puzzles are half of our name. We carry brands including Ravensburger, Educa, Springbok, Sunsout, Eurographics, Heye, Galison, Trick or Treat Studios and Mudpuppy, from 75-piece kids puzzles to 1000-piece challenges.

Can I submit my book as an independent author?

Yes. Our Featured Author program promotes independent authors writing about space, aliens, ghosts, witches, cryptids, vampires, Middle-earth and similar worlds. Email books@OffPlanetBooks.com with a short description of your book.

Are "remainder" books new?

Yes. Remainder books are new, unread copies from publisher overstock. They are often marked with a small dot or line on the page edges and are sold at a discount, which is why our prices can be lower than cover price.

Updated September 2026