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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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Honest seller, hood book and prompt delivery I would happily go business with them again
Expedient service and the price was very affordable. The website was also easy to navigate
Good used books at good prices, makes me look here ahead of amazon
Easy navigation, great inventory, quick checkout. That's all I need
Your shipping prices are outrageous. $5 for each paperback book? I would have bought more but 5 paperback books would have been $25 for shipping! Every other bookseller offers a single price for the first book and less than a dollar for each additional item. You are not encouraging customers to want to buy more than one item by combining shipping.
Easy to fine product. Website is well laid out. Books not found easily are with alibris.
Fast, easy to order. Had what I needed. Prices are the best around for a used book site.
I so appreciated the easy of ordering and the quick receipt of my books.
The book is in excellent condition, nicely priced and I received the shipment quickly!
The book I received was in almost perfect condition. This is my third or fourth experience with Alibris and I have been satisfied each time.
I've had nothing but positive experiences ordering books from here!
What a surprise--and pleasure--to find Skeat's Etymological Dictionary, old and used, but probably as close to a first edition as I will ever find.
Easy to order online, a reasonable price and efficient delivery.
The books came on time and they have the words i was looking for in them👍
Easy, quick and historically trouble free. Looking forward to receiving my order/
Always my go to for books at great prices. Wonderful Transactions.
So easy to find quality bargains in the books I want, always at great prices.
Quick service. Superior packaging. Why do you insist on my taking the time to write a review.
I was looking for these specific books and found them in just a couple of clicks. Easy!
My husband and I have made the choice to no longer do business with that A to Z online seller, or the other bookseller that it secretly owns - Abe Books. After much research, my husband and I decided to try Alibris, and we made an excellent choice. The ordering process was easy, and the book arrived safely, quickly, and in perfect condition. If you, too, wish to make a change in your book buying habits, please try Alibris.
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.

