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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 would like to figure out more easily how to choose expidited shipping. I am leaving on a trip I will need this book for, but couldn't see how to prioritize expidited shipping. (I saw the truck logo in your answer re expedited shipping, but not in listings.). I finally went with a vendor closest to me, hoping that would work.
My order was sent evidently to an affiliate in Illinois (I had originally chosen one in Maryland, as that location is closer to
My address in Rockland county New York) and it was apparently mailed out to me in the slowest least efficient means possible.
Clear, quick, accurate. I think that about covers it. Good service indeed.
I've been a customer for many years. My shopping experience has always been easy, fast, and excellent service.
Alibris almost always has the book I am looking for, and I look for some rather esoteric books. Alibris is the first place I go to when looking for a book.
Alibris is the only bookstore that carries books in my eclectic taste in the languages I use. I know of nowhere else that I can find books in Greek and Hebrew and German in nontraditional subjects. I found what I wanted in short order today, at excellent prices.
As usual, the Alibris prices are great--also appreciate the free shipping option for purchases $39 and up.
Best price I was able to find for the books ordered. Alibris always has a great selection.
Loaded my cart with movies only to find out that shipping was going to be $100 +. Can only recommend to improve the site to show shipping calculated as items are added to cart so there is not sticker shock when you check out. Otherwise, the item I did purchase was shipped fast and in the condition advertised.
I am very pleased I was able to find desired books via Alibris at reasonable cost and to have received the three (3) books ordered within the time frame I was given.
My book was delayed, I enquired about the lengthy delivery time not knowing the possible reason. Alibris responded willing to follow up. Luckily the book turned up. The delay was probably b/c os Trump/Netanyahu's illegal Iranian war and the fuel crisis
Very easy to shop, find, buy! Alibris is "go-to" provider!
Alibris has a large selection, (obviously,) and I was able to find what I was looking for at bargain prices. The checkout experience was easy and smooth.
My order was fulfilled efficiently and my book arrived in good time and as described. I have absolutely no complaints. Thank you. John
My experiences with Alibris over the years have been uniformly good.
My experience with you has been good but with the seller of the book I did not receive not so good. I will look forward to seeing the credit in my account for the book I did not receive. I truly believe they never sent it. The other book I purchased from you was delivered promptly.
I found the books I was looking for quickly and was able to order without any problem
Very efficient and helpful. I have dealt with this business many times and have never been disappointed.
I completely forgot I had created a book fetch search years ago, so I was thrilled to receive the message now that my book had been found!
Website is easy to negotiate... checkout is fast... find your book or browse, checkout & wait for your purchase to arrive
Easy to find books, easy to create an account, easy to checkout
Very easy to find the dvd I was looking for & checkout was easy.
User friendly; used coupon. Also, had not used Alibris fo a while.
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.

