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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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Available titles in good condition. I do order for myself or my school.
Book like new. Price half of what I would pay elsewhere. Prompt delivery. I love Alibris.
One of the best and easy sites to move thru searching for what you want...checkout out it eady too!
I was looking for an obscure science book from the 70's and I found it! Reasonable price, swift delivery, what's not to like?
The process was nice and easy. You aer not as expensive as other sellers.
Relatively good instructions for filling the order and the prices were shown as as choices based on the condition of the dvd
When I find a book I want, I always check to see if the store has any other titles I'm seeking. Sometimes this results in combined shipping costs, and sometimes it doesn't...even though the books arrive in one package 99% of the time. I'd really like to see this as a regular feature. I've paid as much for shipping as the books I've ordered at times.
It was not able to see if the song I wanted was part of the content. One message stated that the book suggested to replace the one I had chosen was out of stock. I would give 4.5 stars if I knew how to do so.
Todays experience was good. However, the fact that the book I ordered over 2 weeks ago, was returned to the seller, and I was not informed until today after I sent an inquiry as to where the book was, is a little unsettling. I should have been notified at the time it was returned, so I could have found a replacement much sooner, as my class starts in 7 days, and I need to have read the first 3 chapters before then. Now, I am not able to get the book in a timely manner.
I love alibris. Its easy and friendly and its for the people.
Its always good with alibris. Easy and its good to buy from real people
My order took about 17 days to arrive. I didn't want to wait that long.
Love the low prices and great selection. Almost always has the book I'm searching for. Thank you Alibris!
I ordered a book. I paid a reasonable amount for the book. The book came in a reasonable amount of time.
As always, shopping with Alibris is always quick efficient and products always arrive as described.
Helpful for my ordering by mail quick and clear information
I started with Alibris because it was less aggressive in its business strategies and is devoted to books. It also has an easy to use website.
Great Prices for Books, one stop shop for all topics and interest
Everything was quick and easy, good selection, easy payment methods.
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.

