Why I like to shop at Moore Books
I was at a large Christian bookshop the other day and realised how much I missed Moore Books. There was an incredible amount of ridiculous and trite trinkets and stuff, without even getting to the content of the books. They’ve got a great mission statement:
To effectively supply and promote an extensive range of Christian products that will be of spiritual benefit to the body of Christ.
The concern to me is who determines whether a glass inspiration tealight holder is or is not going to be of spiritual benefit for the body of Christ? Sure, they have a broader range than Moore Books, and occasionally they are significantly cheaper.¹ However, I think it is worth the few extra dollars showing support for those bookshops whose range is assessed based on content, not saleability.
Check out Moore Books in Newtown and Reformers’ Bookshop in Stanmore.
1. I must confess that I did buy one book for $59.95 that I didn’t expect Moore Books to stock. I’ve since discovered they do, but at $124.95, so I guess my principles can be bought at a price.
Hi Josh
Have you ever bought a book at Moore Boosk that is cheaper than Koorong? I haven’t, and for me, Moore Books is so incredibly out of the way.
Hi David, I don’t think I have. I know I’ve certainly bought books at Moore Books that are the same price. For me, Moore Books is also closer. The reason I wrote my post was to encourage support for good bookstores, even if it might cost us a bit more.