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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 is always a reliable resource for used and new books. Great prices.
Most always can find what I want at a great price!
Item Was as described and arrived fast. Would defiantly purchase from this seller more in the future.
Item Was as described and arrived fast. Would defiantly purchase from this seller more in the future.
I look for specific music and movies and can usually find what I am looking for..
The "used book" arrived on time, in pristine condition! Delighted
Through a slight error in receiving the item, the seller corrected the issue quickly. Will continue to buy from them.
Provides hard to find materials at good prices along with frequent discounts.
Thank you.
Trying to remove a selection from the cart was not easily understood
Alibris is is the best! I love learning and often that means tracing down out of print books that I can afford. Alibris makes it so easy! Which is where the "hate" part comes in. It is so easy and affordable and I have no self control so easy peasy, I have another book! And limited bookcases and limited funds. Regrets? Not on your life. Thanks to all the vendors on Alibris who bring me such joy; affordably, quickly, and with me barely lifting a finger or pausing my reading. The best.
This is my go-to site for used books.
Happy with the book
Just what we were looking for
Thanks
The initial prices were great, but shipping adds so much and to have that not be visible until the end was really frustrating. If I'm signed in, count a shipping estimate be offered.
Glad you had a very new local
Published book available.
Getting a book that I can't find locally is great! Trying to reset password I end up in this feedback loop!
Love buying books from Alibris...great prices on used books and great service
I really like Alibris and have ordered several books here and always great shopping experience
I knew the book I wanted before I came to your site. It was so easy to see the conditions and cost of the book based on the shape it is in. I'll be back to your site.
I dealt and used Alibris years and years ago as our very first start up for our used bookstore. What a pleasure to have you now, 25+ years later. Pretty freaky!
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.

