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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 was able to make my purchase, change my password and address with no hitch. Thank you!
Very easy to find items and to order them. I've shopped Alibris in the past and had good luck.
I found the book I needed at a great price. The descriptions for the available books were a big help in deciding which book to buy.
Should have a shipping cost estimate by the selections
Quick and easy searches and simple ordering process.
You keep saying you will offer a $5 off coupon and it never works on an order and every other option doesnt work so frankly its a bummer and very frustrating
I have liked the selections and the fast shipping.
Where is the faster shipping for 4 dollars more. Other than that, YOU have a great website. Thank you for being here. Patti
I love this site and I love shopping on it, but this is the second time I've gotten a coupon and clicked to use it without it being applied at close out or being offered an option to enter it before close out. I'm a little disappointed and feel that the coupons are a bit of a bait and switch.
I also wish there was more clarity about the actual dollar amount of the discounts. I receive emails about a $20 discount, but it's not clear until several steps into the process that $20 only applies to $100 orders... and then the discount I should have gotten doesn't even show up. Even though I like the site, this has put a bad taste in my mouth and I'm not certain I'll keep shopping here.
Alibris is my go-to online bookstore. I usually find what I want at excellent prices and can support small bookshops in the process.
So far, I've had to sign up again because I can't access the email I signed with. Otherwise, it's okay. Not as easy as I remembered.
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.

