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Alibris

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alibris.com
Founded in 1998
Berkeley, CA, United States
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Alibris Reviews Summary

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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Arrived Sooner Than Expected!
January 23, 2026

Ordered my book before going on holiday, not expecting it to arrive before I left-but it did- and I'm reading it now, while on vacation!

Date of experience: January 6, 2026
Connecticut
1 review
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I tried to enter my coupon for $5 off but it wouldn't go through. Otherwise everything was exceptional and I can't wait to get my cheap AF books.

Date of experience: January 12, 2026
Texas
1 review
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Trouble free purchase, I don't know what else to add!
January 22, 2026
Updated review

Trouble free purchase, I don't know what else to add! Oh it took me no time at all to order and I've ordered a few books here and never had any problems.

Date of experience: January 12, 2026

I appreciate your web site, Thank You!
November 7, 2025
Previous review

I appreciate your web site, Thank You! 🙏 😅😁👀👀👀😘😘😘💁💁💁🎶🎶🎶AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH

Date of experience: October 28, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Pretty good
January 22, 2026
Updated review

Pretty good. I do not purchase books from Thriftbooks because they are not honorable booksellers. I appreciate the alternatives offered by Alibris. I DISLIKE Alibris tracking, which is spotty at best

Date of experience: January 12, 2026

Very hard to find Spanish novels translated into English
January 8, 2026
Previous review

Very hard to find Spanish novels translated into English. I thought I had 2 books in English and found out at the last minute they were written in Spanish.

Date of experience: December 29, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Shipping price change significantly at checkout (Canada). The email says $5 off $50 - This is only true in USD. The email flow should be split based on location. I work in email marketing - would be happy to talk with you guys to improve your email marketing channel.

Date of experience: January 12, 2026
California
1 review
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I have been finding all kinds of great old music that I have purchased and lost over the years. I am also happy to be supporting some great used bookstores that still hold so many gems. I have been recommending this site to all my friends as a great alternative for used books and music.

Date of experience: January 12, 2026
New York
1 review
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Restless Mind by Peter Lawler
January 22, 2026

I had a difficult time finding the Restless Mind book by Peter Lawler, so thank you for making it available and notifying me. There was quite a bit of underlining in the book; however, no matter since obtaining a copy of the book itself was most important to me. Thank you again.

Date of experience: January 12, 2026
California
1 review
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I was pleased to see new paperbacks in the same price...
January 22, 2026
Updated review

I was pleased to see new paperbacks in the same price range as used books from a location close to me (faster shipping.) Perhaps used book sellers could consider lowering their prices, because I actually prefer the idea of buying used.

Date of experience: January 12, 2026

So happy to receive this book
August 10, 2025
Previous review

I'd read a library copy of An Unfinished Love Story by Doris Goodwin and wanted my own copy, it's such a great story of 1960's politics. Thank you for sending such a nice copy for me to add to my collection.

Date of experience: July 31, 2025
District of Columbia
1 review
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Alibris has an EXCELLENT USER FRIENDLY, easy to naviagate and wide variety of books. And also offers books which are related to what you are interested in. Great work. Especially now days when the internet is a giant hassle. Thanks for your excellent work. Also shipping was great last time. :)

Date of experience: January 11, 2026

Actually considering I was not in the mood to shop..
January 5, 2026
Previous review

Actually considering I was not in the mood to shop. And looking for another book. Alibris. Did a good job. The website is excellently done and intuitive.
I have shopped on Alibris for many years. If I had the time I would sell some back. But so far so good. Thank you Isabell

Date of experience: December 25, 2025
New York
1 review
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I have always enjoyed shopping via Alibris-- going back more than ten years. The site was recommended to me by a favorite poet and friend, the late $#*! Allen of Connecticut.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
California
1 review
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Excellent description and service
January 21, 2026

It's always nice when the item matches the seller's description. Not only that, it was packed well and shipped quickly—thank you!

Date of experience: December 25, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Books for toddlers
January 21, 2026
Updated review

Alibris is a great option for hard to find books. Easy search process for books, great prices and fast delivery. Our go to place for literature.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026

Great books
September 16, 2025
Previous review

Got what we needed asap!

Date of experience: September 6, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Easy to read, good number of copies, quick checkout. I liked that the system made it easy to order and then prompted me to set up an account.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Michigan
1 review
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Great price with great selection!
January 21, 2026

I searched far and wide for the game changer series by rachel reid and ofc due to the popularity of the show, it was practically sold out everywhere. I found alibris and ordered during the weekend which came with really great discounts so i got my books for the cheapest i could find them anywhere! I ordered right before christmas and they came after ~2 weeks which is still pretty good considering the busy holiday season. The only thing is that i wish there was more protective packaging.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Texas
1 review
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Always easy
January 21, 2026

Unfortunately the books are old so the pages are yellow and it is harder to read than I had wished but did not stop me. Shipping was more than the books, LOL so that was a little sad. I will be more careful in future cuz don't like paying for shipping when they are little paperbacks. Shipping books is cheap! But I was charged $21 for three paperbacks. When it should have been cheaper for sure.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Washington
1 review
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It's always very easy to find the stuff we're looking for at Alibris. Checkout is secure and fast. I can always count on Alibris to have the titles I go hunting for. Since I work long hours during the week, there generally isn't time to visit the library and keep a book out, never gets finished that way.

Date of experience: January 11, 2026
Illinois
1 review
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My 1st order was fine
January 21, 2026

My 1st order was fine. It took a little longer than expected, but not long enough to complain. However, I was gifted an order for Christmas and the packaging was horrible. One of the books was damaged.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026
California
3 reviews
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Lots of titles available
January 21, 2026
Updated review

I love Alibris. I'm in two book clubs so I try to find used books to save money. Many of our selections aren't available at libraries. Best way to buy books.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026

Quick, easy
December 29, 2025
Previous review

Quick, easy. Great selection of titles. Usually available used at a good savings off new

Date of experience: December 19, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Unfortunately the disc was loose inside the case when I opened the package, which could have caused some of the scratches on the disc. It would be nicer if they made sure the disc was properly secured and maybe added a little more bubblewrap.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026

Easy to use, easy to enter coupons and see what gave...
December 30, 2025
Previous review

Easy to use, easy to enter coupons and see what gave the best price. Easy to understand check out experience.

Date of experience: December 20, 2025
Florida
1 review
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Easy to find and purchase cookbooks
January 21, 2026

It was easy to find and purchase the books I wanted. The shipping took a day or two longer than I would have preferred, but this was understandable, given the holiday rush.

Date of experience: January 10, 2026