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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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I went to the site looking for books by an author named Kien Nguyen. He wrote a phenomenal book called The Unwanted about his life in Vietnam during the war. His mother was Vietnamese and his father was an American soldier. I liked it so much I vowed to read anything written by him. I found his other two books easily and at great prices and couldn't be happier.
I enjoyed searching for certain books I've wanted, and finding them at great prices, although I have received many emails about receiving up to $20 off, and having to spend $135 is WAY TOO MUCH! I also was supposed to receive a $5 off coupon in my email, yet never received it, and I DID check my spam.
As above. See what I already wrote. Too many characters. This is insane.
Very satisfied; why do I have to enter 50 characters? I was satisfied. Isn't that enough?
Excellent -- the best service for over-seas orders! Bar none!
5 STARS, QIICK, EASY, ACCURATE -- BEST OVERSEAS RATES
Thank you for having books at reasonable prices! I was pleased.
Thank you for your service. I was glad to find a book I've been looking for.
Fast and Easy to order. Pictures of books are clear and informational.
The website is very easy to navigate. I've been using this website for 5 years.
The book I was looking for came up quickly, and check out was easy and straight forward.
Website is easy to use, book arrived promptly and was in the condition described on website (used but good).
Never disappointed regarding service among all your providers.
99% of the time Alibris has the book I need. Been using their site for years.
I have looked everywhere for suitable book for our Rector. I hope I have found it.
Very good service and extremely to ake order. Thank you.
User friendly and quick. Good purchasing experience. Thank you for making it a pleasant experience.
I always find what I'm looking for. The prices are unbeatable.
I thoroughly enjoy shopping on the Albris site. I am never disappointed with my purchases.
We found a digital version not offered on Amazon for less than the printed book.
Great, very happy I found this book with you, but pretty unhappy about the shipping charges, because you said NZ$9.08 initially and I thought - o, awesome, one company that doesn't rip people off with shipping. Not to be sadly
Great selection and prices; but it is simply Illogical to not Combine shipping from one seller. Wanted to buy a large purchase from one seller; but shipping was absolutely insane.:-(
Comfortable experience of checking out and signing up for an account.
I can find what I need and save financially.
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.

