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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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1,018
value
12,458
shipping
12,448
quality
12,442
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Illinois
1 review
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Have used Alibris for years
October 15, 2025
Updated review

Have used Alibris for years. For myself and others. Always a rewarding experience. With our troubled times I thought I should read this selection.

Date of experience: October 5, 2025

Order for four books
June 27, 2025
Previous review

Good experience. Got stuck in my mailbox but everything was okay once I got it out. Carrier should have brought it to the house

Date of experience: June 16, 2025
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great Condition and Fast Delivery
October 15, 2025

Book seemed to be in near perfect condition, much better than advertised. The delivery was also 5 days faster than advertised. Very pleased!

Date of experience: October 4, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love Alibris I love Alibris I love Alibris I love Alibris I love Alibris I love Alibris

Date of experience: October 4, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good service
October 14, 2025

I received what I ordered in a very reasonable amount of time and the used books were in good shape. I did however tried to order a couple other books by the same author in paperback but somehow wasn't able to get them in the cart and pay for them. Probably should have tried again.

Date of experience: October 4, 2025
Alabama
1 review
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Long-time customer
October 14, 2025

Thru their large network of used book vendors Alibris has always provided access to the items I wanted. They almost provide options such as format and condition. I usually get order confirmation from the actual shippers within hours and shipment tracking info within a day. I have shopped at Alibris for 20 years.

Date of experience: October 4, 2025
Puerto Rico
1 review
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Excelente
October 14, 2025
Updated review

Excelente el libro llegó tal cual la descripción.

Date of experience: October 4, 2025

Para mi excelente
September 23, 2025
Previous review

Para mi excelente. Todos los libros que he comprado ha sido según descrito y el costo del envío lo considero razonable.

Date of experience: September 13, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Poorer quality than expected
October 14, 2025

I expected to receive the standard hardback brown version of the Cokesbury hymnal (used). Instead I received a paperback version in very used condition.

Date of experience: October 4, 2025
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy search
October 14, 2025

Easy search. Lots of options available of all the titles I was searching. Clear descriptions of the condition of available copies. I also appreciate the illustrations of the cover art for the different editions, and that they're sorted by hardback vs paperback.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
Hawaii
1 review
0 helpful votes
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An easy website plus they have a huge selection! For hard to find books and just ordinary books, I'll be back for more. Many mahalos!

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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I used to have 3 copies for the church and loaned them out and never got them back. So grateful to find this copy at a price I can afford. Thank you.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
Texas
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I never received my last order, for these same two books. They were never delivered. You might choose a different company than DHL for delivery.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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Site was easy to navigate
October 13, 2025

Site was easy to navigate. The condition of book clearly stated as well as rating for the seller which allows for multiple options.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
North Carolina
1 review
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A Go-TO Source
October 13, 2025
Updated review

Alibris is one of my go-to sources for titles that catch my eye. It's reviews help greatly with my choices and prices beat Amazon many times.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025

Make Ink: A Forager's Guide
July 31, 2025
Previous review

I had seen a documentary on this master of ink and was fascinated. Thought perhaps there was a book out there and Alibris had it! Condition was excellent and work will be read and re-read -- conservation, combination of materials to produce unique colors and artists who have used his products throughout the world --

Date of experience: July 21, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Very good quality
October 13, 2025

I needed to find out of print books, 14 copies and needed to get them from multiple outlets. The books from Alibris were in very good condition.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
California
1 review
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I've ordered from this particular seller a handful of times and have been impressed by the accuracy of their descriptions, their prices (which are usually the lowest for dealers that I trust) and their very quick turnaround and shipping time. It's really nice to get what you paid for in a timely fashion :)

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
Washington
1 review
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Actually had the book I was looking for. Search actually worked and showed me the exact result, instead of a bunch of unrelated items.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Is it necessary to write an essay about every transaction especially when I am guiltily aware that I should have ordered this book through my local bookstore that actually pays state and federal taxes supporting education? What is more, buying this book secondhand robbed its author of royalties, needed by any writer who isn't Stephen King

Date of experience: October 3, 2025

I support sbricks-&-mortar bookstores (Seminary Co-op...
August 24, 2025
Previous review

I support sbricks-&-mortar bookstores (Seminary Co-op in Chicago) but had to get these titles for a class; next time, I'll do better.

Date of experience: August 14, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I tried to pay with PayPal, but it would not process. If the amount was too low or you no longer use PayPal, that information should be given so the customer can adjust.

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The webpage kept not working
October 13, 2025

The webpage kept not working. Each time I would choose a book it would not put it in my cart. When I went to checkout the cart would not show I had a book in it. When I finally went to pay the site would not recognize my address. Simply frustrating!

Date of experience: October 3, 2025
New York
1 review
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The site was easy to use and I found some pretty good...
October 13, 2025
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The site was easy to use and I found some pretty good choices. It's always a treasure hunt when you're looking for a Good/Very Good/Like New copy at a reasonable price

Date of experience: October 2, 2025

The site is easy to navigate
September 10, 2025
Previous review

The site is easy to navigate. I can quickly search for books in the condition I want and the format I want. So far, I have been pleased with the quality and dependability of the sellers listed on the site. Checkout was quick and easy.

Date of experience: August 30, 2025