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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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Enjoy being able to select a specific edition to purchase
Quick and easy. I found exactly what I was looking for!
Great! Very smooth transaction and navigation. Book arrived very fast and was "Like New". Alibris is one of very reliable sites to buy books.
I ordered from 2 sellers. The first book is in really good condition. The second one is too however, there is a section that has many pages highlighted or written in. I wasn't expecting that. Overall still happy.
I prefer to buy from Alibris than that other online bookseller that has put small independent bookstores out of business. They don't need any more money and I can still save from Alibris and find what I want.
Fine, up to the survey. Folks, buying something and enjoying it is one thing, being obligated to natter on about how great it was, just so some marketer can smile is another. The survey starts with a simple - did you receive your order. OK, you may be checking up on vendors, got it.
To then go on with a survey where increasing numbers of questions appear as you answer them is beyond rude to your customers. To top it off, if you don't fill the comments boxes the way the "survey" (ad for new customers) wants, it gives you the red warning prompts like a government site.
From now on, if you want a review from me, my rate is $100 per hour, payable in advance. OR - fire the marketing genius who designed that fly-trap and get back to me.
Would like to know how to contact seller about how soon I will receive this book!
The books I order have all been in good condition. I like the convience of ordering on line. They always arrive in a resonable amount of time..
I have always enjoyed going to Alibris to get my books.Sincerely BarbAra Andersen..
It's always a pleasure doing business with Alibris!
I love Alibris books. I almost always find what I'm looking for, the books are sent in a timely manner.
I love the books I have ordered through Alibris, and I always get them in a timely manner.
I didn't expect a good condition book to have writing in it.
This is my first time to the site. It was easy to use and had a good selection.
Received the book in a timely manner. I've never had a problem ordering from Alibris.
Thanks!
Quickly found what I was looking for and placed my order.
Disappointed about coupon offer of $2 off on orders of $25.oo but was *refused* because for some reason my order of $26.00... 'wasn't enough to meet the offer requirement". Mathematically, that's worse than my learning disorder of 'calcu-less' - even *I* know that $26 is MORE than 25. Bummer.
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.

