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Alibris

4.7

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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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Washington
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It's difficult to find the type of books I like at places such as Barnes and Noble so I always start here.

Date of experience: May 9, 2025

It's an easy process to scan and select the right book
April 24, 2025
Previous review

It's an easy process to scan and select the right book. I've bought more than a dozen through Alibris.

Date of experience: April 14, 2025
Montana
1 review
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Order received
May 19, 2025

Timely and good condition.
Please stop sending me multiple emails asking first reviews alibied, then asking me to write 100 characters. It's annoying.

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great deal!
May 19, 2025

Easy as pie. Quick delivery and no hassle. Great price and the hardcover book is like new. Good experience

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to order
May 19, 2025

Easy to order. Good price. Shipping costs are not exorbitant.

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
Vermont
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Would have been nice to include a note to seller on the order.

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
Florida
1 review
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May 19, 2025
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Date of experience: May 9, 2025

Working your page was easy
April 25, 2025
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Working your page was easy. You had the books I want. Everything was fine.

Date of experience: April 14, 2025
California
1 review
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Alibris Rocks
May 19, 2025

I ordered and Alibris found the books at 3 different book facilities and delivered them to me. They are No. Uno! Thank You, Ted

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I bought a difficult movie to get. I cannot wait to receive it.

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Love you guys!
May 19, 2025

Love you guys! You make reading affordable. I've been getting books here for years.

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
Virginia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I was already looking to buy something from here and was honored to receive a coupon. I took the time to pick something special and I found just that.

Date of experience: May 9, 2025
California
1 review
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I found what I wanted very quickly. And various price options were clearly laid out.

Date of experience: May 8, 2025
Maryland
1 review
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Glad to buy used books to help my cost loaning out books to clients.

Date of experience: May 8, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Finding Richard Fortey
May 19, 2025

Quick and easy. I'm very pleased to find this book search help. I tried every local bookstore and got no help. Alibris was able to find several copies of the book and once I'd submitted my request, the book arrived within a week.

Date of experience: May 8, 2025
New York
1 review
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My new book, Have I Got A Story For You, edited by Ezra Glinter, arrived quickly and intact, in excellent condition unlike some book purchases from they who shall remain unnamed! The bookseller, Powell's Books Chicago, kept me informed of the delivery process. I am sure to use Alibris for future book purchases!

Date of experience: May 8, 2025
New York
2 reviews
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Great purchase
May 19, 2025

Ordered several books and they all arrived in the condition described and within a few days. Will order from this site again.

Date of experience: April 24, 2025
Maryland
1 review
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May 19, 2025

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Date of experience: May 8, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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For decades now, this has been my go-to site for out-of-print books

Date of experience: May 8, 2025
Utah
1 review
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Very satisfied.
May 19, 2025
Updated review

My book arrived promptly and was in very good condition. I trust Alibris, and always check out its offerings.

Date of experience: May 8, 2025

There was an excellent selection of the books I am...
October 28, 2024
Previous review

There was an excellent selection of the books I am interested in!

Date of experience: October 17, 2024
New York
1 review
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My shopping experience with Alibris was excellent. The website was easy and friendly to navigate through. I will defintely use it more often

Date of experience: May 8, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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I very much enjoyed the book FOSTER which I purchased after viewing the tender movie, 'Quiet Girl'. The book & movie are much alike. I enjoyed both & though I am not in the habit of repeat reads, I'd enjoy reading it again.

Date of experience: May 8, 2025