Dancing Moon Books & Gifts
Raleigh, NC 27608
Phone: (919) 833-8081
08/12/2008 Posted by fairylights
I used to really love Dancing Moon, and I have to say I am sorry they moved from Oberlin rd to their new Wakeforest Rd. location. The old store was lit by candles and had a wonderful, metaphysical ambience. It almost felt as if you were stepping back in time when you stepped inside. The new Dancing Moon takes a much more mainstream approach and instead of feeling like I've stepped back in time, I feel like I'm in the New Age section of my local Barnes and Noble. Their collection seems to have lost a bit of it''s unique edge (no more jewel encrusted wands, no more scrying bowls, no more Yarrow flower) in favor of reiki-charged candles, faerie statues, herbal teas, and books upon books on Yoga, Tarot, and the healing effects of tea. (They do still have a nice display of minicandles and their book selection is still incomparable. Their crystal selection is also very nice, if a bit overpriced.) Perhaps this is where the money is, and if so, I certainly cannot fault the owners for their choice - but I am still truly saddened that my hidden magick book shop has become fodder for the magickal dilletantes.
Pros: Decent prices, easy to find, handicap accessible
Cons: Too mainstream, poor customer service
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