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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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I found a lightly used copy of The Perfect Loaf in excellent condition when our local independent bookstores did not have it in stock.
First time customer. Easy to register. Shipping seems excessive for one book at book rate. Will see how fast it arrives from Dallas.
Ordering books with Alibris is a pleasure. I feel good about supporting a variety of book sellers. I can always find the title I'm seeking. Communications and service have always been great for me.
Ordering books with Alibris is a pleasure. I feel good about supporting a variety of book sellers. I can always find the title I'm seeking. Communications and service have always been great for me.
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Easy to check for subject matter in books.
Book was not in good condition as advertised. Many pages turned down and underlined. Granted it is a very old book. Printed in the 1960s so pages yellow. My point is the book was over priced.
Been getting books from y'all for quite some time.
See no reason to stop now.
How likely would I recommend Alibris? I ALREADY DO
Barry
You're a BOOK DEALER
That says it all for me!
Larry McMurtrey would be very pleased.
After all the years I've dealt with you folks
I don't remember ever being disappointed.
THANKS Barry Bouvier
Alibris is like having the biggest used book store in the world - it is the world, i think - at one's fingertips. And it's organized, not like the stores I also love where the owner is the only one who know where everything is.
Needed this book for a book club that delights in choosing obscure books or something available only through inter-state library loans, or e-books, etc. Overjoyed to get a very good copy- book came out 8-9 years ago
The process was straightforward and easy to follow. I will definitely use this site to purchase other books, especially those that are hard to find.
Still minor interface issues on Alibris. I ship to several of addresses -- all my own addresses -- in multiple countries. I remembered to change the default shipping address this time to lock things in for the UK, but the shipping did not update (it was still given as International shipping)
It would have been good to be able to confirm the address sooner. I use several addresses
Good but I had a problem with the change currency option. The pop up screen appeared on the other other side of my second monitor which I didn't see for a while.
I found this site while looking for a specific book and everything was fine! The price was reasonable, the book arrived earlier than expected, and the book was in the promised condition.
My experience was good. My book i ordered came quickly. The cover was a bit damaged but other than that it was in good condition.
Great selection at affordable prices. Of the many orders I've placed I've only had just one problem with shipping and the vendor immediately corrected the problem. Alibris over Amazon any day!
Shipping is almost as much as the cost of the book. I am glad that an optimized list shows up that shows that you can get books cheaper than you picked.
Your search bar makes it easy to find anything. There's is a great range of books to find here, and your site is just very friendly!
The website feels like I'm talking with friends who also love books. I can nearly always find what I'm looking for at a good price.
The shipping amount was more than doubled only at the last step in PayPal.
If you display a shipping price, you should honour it!
Delighted with the condition of the book I'd ordered on Oct 15th 2025. It reached me a few days before its 'eta' and impressed me with the quality of this purchasing experience. Thanks again to Alibris and to the seller who shipped it to me.
Delighted to find this lovely book by IOSF - International Otter Survival Fund - about its founders. This cipy is in good condition, fit my budget, and reached me promptly. VERY happy to have it in my library now.
This website is very easy to use and the book I looked for is available in hardback for my personal library and a class I am starting in soon with my Rabbi and congregation.
Never have had a problem ordering from Alibris. They are very trust worthy and your books will be on time and clean. I buy the used books all the time. I
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