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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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Easy straightforward purchasing experience will use this seller again.
Great price on a field guide for foraging. Highly recommend!
Great selection and low prices. I found a very good hardback edition for the right price.
Easy Peasy. I liked the grey how it was streamlined. But I don't care for this question and answers's demand.
Easy and fast. Don't like the extravagant shipping charge though.
Great selection and price. Easy to make purchases. Easy to navigate website.
Book quality is pretty good, with a fair price. A slight wait time but not too bad.
Good selection of regency books. Easy to find a specific title or author.
Easy to find the book I was looking for and purchase it. Also I was able to scan for similar other books
Super easy to use and to find the book I was looking for. The book quality was good, a little dented on the corners, but nothing crazy. I still think it was little overpriced for a used book, but I'll buy used over new any day.
Always good always find what I am looking for. What else is there to say.
They had exactly what I wanted and at the best price - better than other sites!
Excellent service and quality product. I will order from Alibris again.
Good to find excellent copies of older used books and at a great price.
Excellent and easy. Obscure titles are always available. Unusual music artists are to be easily found. Price ranges allow for any budget. Overall, the best site for serious readers.
Easy to navigate and always find great deals. I have used this every since a client showed me and it's changed how I've thought book shopping has been. Large selection and great pricing.
My first choice in books is always Alibris, especially if they are not standard books. I have had very good luck with British, European, Scandinavian and Asian writers
Easy to find books not normally available in local used book stores, like British, Chinese, Scandinavia, Latin America
Site wouldn't allow me to change my mind. When I tried to delete an item in my cart, it wouldn't allow me to review my order, so I left my order for a week and kept trying, it kept saying error, try again later(more or less, don't remember the exact wording). Finally had to proceed to check out, and only after paypal approved could I finally review and remove the item.
I found what I was looking for quickly, and saved money with the coupon code I received in my e-mail
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.

