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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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Very client friendly. After not being able to find this book no where else I was elated to be able to acquire via this bookstore.
I wish I could update my email address and not have to create a new account.
They had what I needed as a used edition for very little money and the shipping rate was completely reasonable.
I only shopped here once, but on that one occasion everything worked out nicely. The book was used, so very inexpensive, but still in great condition, and the delivery time was mercifully short.
So at the very least I can say that I will be back for another.
My order was packed very nicely with bubble wrap. It arrived in excellent condition. It was a hardback copy of the timekeeper by Mitch album. I ordered it 7 days before Christmas and it arrived in time 2 days before the 25th. I was given notifications as to its exact whereabouts and estimations as to delivery throughout the entire process.
My password worked and I found the book I wanted at a good price
This was great to find 2 out-of-print books and a reasonable price!
Love buying from someone other than Amazon. Will not deal with them!
Easy process, no hassles. Great price. These are extra letters that the form required me to type.
Very easy to get in, find the publication needed and check out quickly
The book arrived well packaged, no bent corners, wonderful gift.
Easy to order things, but the product provided was far from the description given. If it wasn't needed right away it would have been returned. Very poor grading on the book.
Not too long ago, I grabbed a used copy of "The Elvenbane" by Andre Norton and Mercedes Lackey at our local library for.25. They're always selling off old paperbacks that way. Turns out that this was Book 1 of a trilogy. And it's out of print. Book 1 was published in 1991. I looked on Amazon. People are selling the other two parts for VERY extravagant amounts of money - over $100. There's no way I'm paying that for a used (or even new!) paperback!
A friend told me about Alibris, suggesting that I look there. I did so, and promptly found Books 2 & 3 of the trilogy ("Elvenblood" and "Elvenborn") for just over $2 each, plus shipping. The shipping cost was my only complaint. The cost of the shipping was WAY more than the cost of the books. Still, both books, plus the shipping, all together, was still a far cry less than buying even one of the books from a seller via Amazon at their $100+ price!
I'll be using Alibris more in the future, I'm sure. I have book series that I began while they were in print that I never got to finish - but would very much like to. Now I have a way to potentially do so. Thank you for that!
User friendly and coupon codes offered. Prices adjusted down at checkout!
You did. 50 characters? What am I? A poet? That's not 50 yet. Is this now?
Was looking for 4 of the same older book.
Found used ones in good condition and received them before the Christmas rush.
Thank You!
I always enjoy purchasing used books from y'all. Thank you so much.
Easy to use. User friendly. I have ordered from Alibris in the past and never had a problem.
The book arrived on time in very good condition as advertised.
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.

