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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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Excellent company, don't hesitate, very reliable, good stock
Good selection, service and prices.Have used Alibris for many years with success.
I like Alibris because I am able to find books that I can't find anywhere else, and the price makes it even better.
I think I have used Alibris before. This time, it was a quick and simple ordering experience.
Everything worked fine. Delivery on time and in good condition.
Seamless and effortless shopping for books. I've used Alibris for my book buying for years.
Alibris is one of the first places I check on to buy a book because their prices are good and their service and shipping is excellent
This bookstore/used book supplier was excellent. The book was as described. There was a personalized note included with the book thanking me for the purchase. It was clearing a "serving ministry" which should be copied by other venders! EXCILLENT!
Was more highly highlighted and annotations than other books which I have received in the past from other dealers. Put this supplier on my avoid list.
Nice quality, affordable for everybody super grateful. Shipped pretty fast also
Original ad showed content as songs written from 1960-2020. Book received contains 1961-2012. Songs such as Murder Most Foul, Crossing the Rubicon. And others are not in this book.
The book is in excellent condition. However the absence of the most recent works as advertised is disappointing.
First time user, but have heard good things from a friend. Looking forward to getting this book!
After reading a library copy of a Jamaica Kincaid book, I knew I needed my own copy. I bought a very good copy through Alibris for an extremely low price.
No fuss, easy transaction. Other online book stores needed me to keep retyping my debit card information. Only to inform me no such card existed. A little concerning to be sure. I will be coming back here again! Thank you THANK YOU!
This was an awesome shopping experience for a book of interest. I found a hard to find book easily with Alibris. Where have you been all my life! Thank you so much!
Great experience good service and timely delivery at a good price. Thank you.
Always straightforward and anything has got to be better than using Amazon...
I placed an order for this same book, Python Pocket Reference for myself from ThriftBooks-Atlanta a few hours earlier and received a confirmation email.
However, when I looked to order a second copy for my daughter, I saw the copy I ordered still available and it was still in my basket as well.
I removed the Atlanta copy from my basket based on the confirmation email that I received and I am hoping that my order comes through.
A little surprised that the shipping cost was $5 for a small pocket reference but I'm guessing that you average out the shipping.
Super cheap and easy to find textbooks for college. Cheapest website I've seen by far
Can always count on them to be able to find the books I need. Have not failed me yet.
Quick, no problem. Provided it gets here, what more do you want?
To the extent an order meets no obstacles and everything goes according to plan, it's excellent as far as I'm concerned.
Incidentally, you always ask me: Should we follow up to make sure you're satisfied with your order? I always answer yes but you never do and never have. What's up with that?
Excellent alternative to the corporate giant and just as reliable.
Easy to use and I found the international title I was looking for.
I used to pay one shipping fee for multiple books from the same seller. The cart optimizer is a helpful feature but still means I'm paying more in shipping than I used to. So, just 3 stars this time.
Book came in great condition like new as described. The book was very well wrapped and shipped.
Quick and easy - just how I like it! [The ability to pay via PayPal is also a big plus!]
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.

