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Alibris enjoys a generally positive reputation among customers, particularly for its wide selection of used books at competitive prices and reliable shipping. Many customers appreciate the timely delivery and the ability to track orders, contributing to overall satisfaction. However, concerns arise regarding the variability in book conditions, with some items not meeting expectations, and delays in shipping for urgent needs. Additionally, the separate shipping fees for each book can deter purchases. Despite these issues, the platform remains a favored choice for many due to its extensive inventory and user-friendly website.
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Alibris tends to be my first choice when ordering books on the internet. My only complaint is with occasional ex-library books-- God knows, I love libraries, but no one desecrates a book worse than a library, from black Sharpie magic markers to metal stickers and fiber tape on dust covers, if I want a book that looks like it's been in a traffic wreck, I'll ask for an ex-library book. I just wish Ex-Library Book could be its own category, and not something we'd call Very Good or even just Good. Otherwise, I love Alibris, very much.
I love Alibris; it's always a pleasure to shop here.
Great website to find used books for cheap! Cheaper than Amazon!
I am not interested in Capital One, and I find their pop-ups very annoying - they slow down the checkout.
It was trouble-free and the right item. I like easy when it comes to finding and acquiring books.
Your website's capability to allow me to delete a card and enter or reenter card data as needed should be updated to make it easier for the shopper to do so.
Easy to navigate and shop. It's ridiculous to have to use so many characters to leave feedback
Alibris is very dependable and it is easy to use. It finally fixed a mistake on its main page after I emailed a couple of times.
Lovely clean copy, just as represented; safely packaged, promptly delivered.
I was surprised to find the book I was looking for on Alibris web site.
I enjoy ordering books from Alibris. Great prices and quick delivery.
I almost always buy my books from Alibris. Good prices, reliable, and easy to order.
Books were in better than expected condition and were reasonably priced.
You can get books for 40-45% off mrsp if you play it right and buy in bulk. Happy shopping!
The book came exactly as described and I feel that the price was good especially because of the book being out of print and hard to find
Shopping was great...easy...everything worked at this website!
I ordered the book I chose while riding in a car on my way home from a Civil War battlefields tour. It wasn't waiting on my doorstep when I got home, but it was close, showing up a few days later.
Got your account from local bookstore, The Raven in Lawrence Ks.
Love buying books from them. They gave me the name Alibris and I will use again when needed. Thanks
The book was not properly packed (it was a large hardcover book and was shipped in just a paper envelope. It was bent and the cover damaged in shipment.
It was delivered quickly. Very inexpensive. It was in great condition.
I needed this rare book overnighted to me as I had an opportunity to meet the author. The seller worked very diligent with me to help get this overnighted. The condition of this used book was exactly as described and it was packaged very safely. I would definitely buy from them again!
Answer: Let's just say, they advertise falsely. They misrepresent what they are selling. Buyer beware.
Answer: Hi Dennis, That depends on where the seller is located and where your deliver address is as well. Generally, shipments within the States are delivered within a week or so, though holiday shipping might slow down a bit. If you send us the details with your order number in an email to [email protected] we can look into the specifics for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Hi Valerie, If you have had a problem with your Visa or PayPal transactions on our site, please let us know the details at [email protected] so that we can investigate for you. Thank you for your question. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: HI Zoila, Delivery timeframes within the States are usually between 3 and 8 days, but it depends on where the seller is that is shipping the item to you. If you have already placed an order, please contact us at [email protected] with your order details and we can investigate for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Really Michael, contact you directly? Why should we have to. There is a bad trend here. Seems MANY of us contact you and you DONT respond
Answer: I saw the fake stellar reviews and did not dig deeper. I til... I had an issue. Initially, I wanted to give a small seller some business after COVID and the site looked really good. What a big mistake that was! Shame on this outfit.

