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Book Outlet

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Book Outlet Reviews Summary

The company enjoys a generally positive reputation, particularly for its competitive pricing and the quality of its books, which many customers find satisfactory. However, concerns about shipping delays and inadequate packaging frequently arise, leading to damaged items upon arrival. While customer service is often praised for its responsiveness and willingness to resolve issues, there are notable frustrations regarding the lack of proactive communication about order status and the handling of returns for damaged products. Overall, the company demonstrates potential for customer satisfaction but must address logistical and support challenges to enhance the overall experience.

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294
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1,578
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1,578
quality
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First time user of this website
December 22, 2022

First time user of this website. Very glad to have come across it in my research of a specific book. Now, Book Outlet will be my "go-to" site for book shopping. Thank you for the quality products and the reasonable prices. Both a must.

Date of experience: December 21, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
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Always fast
December 21, 2022
Updated review

I've ordered 3 times from Book Outlet so far and every book has come to me in like new condition! They are fast and customer service is great!

Date of experience: December 21, 2022

Great we'll see how it goes
July 8, 2022
Previous review

Great we'll see how it goes. This is my first visit to the site

Date of experience: July 8, 2022
Iowa
1 review
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As of right now, I have a non favorable review. I only recieved part of my order. I contacted customer service 4+ days ago. Got a voice message stating you must email. No option to speak to anyone or leave a voice mail. I sent an email and recieved an automated message saying not to open another case or it will push my current case back...
These were holiday gifts.
Will update my opinion depending on resolution.

Date of experience: December 21, 2022
Jennifer B. Book Outlet Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this feedback. We do apologize for the delay over the busy holiday season. It does look like someone was able to reach out to you from our customer experience team. Please if you have any other concerns or questions please do not hesitate to reach out again.

Michigan
1 review
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I am an English teacher and I buy most of the books for my classroom library myself. I recently transitioned from middle to high school, so Book Outlet has allowed me to ramp up my collection quickly for my new students in a way that is impressing my husband rather than leaving him considering divorce.

Date of experience: December 21, 2022
Minnesota
1 review
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If the books had arrived in time for the family event, it may have been a pleasant experience. As it were, I no longer need the books and am now being asked to pay shipping to return the unopened box.
Not the best experience I have had with a seller on line.

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
Georgia
1 review
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Had trouble finding book 2 in a trilogy at Amazon, book outlet had it and the service and price were great

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
California
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A box from my first order got lost and Book Outlet was great about giving me a refund. I was disappointed not to be able to reorder some of the books I was really looking forward to, but I understand that it is an outlet and that's just the way it is. I did reorder the ones still available and some others, but I'm still a little disappointed. Shipping takes forever, but given how far away I live (Hawaii!) and how heavy books are, and given the price paid for shipping I don't mind the wait at all. I can't speak as to shipping speeds in North America, but I'm sure they are much better. I hate that there's a box of awesome books floating around out there somewhere and I hope Book Outlet was able to get them back or at least has some sort of insurance with the shipping partner.

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
New York
1 review
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Very easy to order
December 20, 2022

Very easy to order. Great prices and a nice selection.

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
Tennessee
1 review
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I really just shopped only the closeout category! Seemed silly to buy just one $3 book, so I bought four. Great shipping rates, fast shipping, couldn't be happier with my latest pile of reading.

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
Minnesota
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I placed a large order on the first of the month. Two weeks later a small box of books arrived. Most of my books were in a separate shipment and have still not arrived nearly 3 weeks later. The tracking ticket just says in transit and hasn't been updated since the 7th (today is the 20th). I submitted a ticket yesterday and still haven't heard back. I needed the books by the 21st and the site said it would take about 10 days. Very disappointed and will not shop here again for anything needed for gifts or by a certain time frame.

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
Michigan
1 review
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Need to have more and/or better shipping notifications.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
California
1 review
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I received an empty package!
January 18, 2023

I received an empty package! There was nothing inside, it looked like the book I ordered fell out as they were packaging it

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Jennifer B. Book Outlet Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this feedback. We are so sorry you received an empty package, if you haven't already done so, please feel free to reach out to a member of our customer experience team who will be happy to help.

California
2 reviews
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The book was in perfect shape and was a real bargain. It just took a long time to arrive.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Utah
1 review
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Books are excellent and in excellent condition. Shipping time does take allot longer than I anticipated.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Montana
1 review
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The boxes arrived damaged and books were missing from the hole in the box. Many of the books had bent corners and folded pages from lack of packing. When we called you get a quick answering machine message and a hang up. Send a email to get a response in one to two days maybe. Very disappointed.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Jennifer B. Book Outlet Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this feedback. We are so sorry to read that some of you books were missing and damaged. If you haven't already done so, please do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our customer experience team who will be happy to help.

Texas
1 review
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This is a gem of a website
December 19, 2022

This is a gem of a website. I'm torn between telling everyone about it and keeping it to myself. Keep up the great work!

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Ohio
1 review
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I think the books need to see used better in the box so they won't possibly fall out.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Colorado
1 review
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The only problem I had was that they were not delivered in time for my childrens' party.(I have a home childcare business.) That could be due to me not ordering in time or a delay with the USPS. I was tracking the package and it said it was in my local post office for 5 days before I received the package which was frustrating. I loved the books and the price and will just order earlier next time if I have a deadline. Thanks.

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
Saudi Arabia
4 reviews
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Very good
December 21, 2022

Finally found a good bookstore, was able to make an order online and got it in no time. A lot of options and OK price

Date of experience: December 19, 2022
New York
1 review
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I found this site when I was looking for a specific book. I ordered many more, got free shipping (came quickly), and they were all in excellent condition! Can't wait for my grandson to open all of them this Christmas!

Date of experience: December 19, 2022

From the business

The only thing better than a good book is a good book at half the price…or more. And that’s what we offer. All our books are brand new and discounted at least 50% off publishers’ list prices. Book Outlet is your haven, full of excess publishers’ inventory eagerly waiting to find their way into the hands of readers like you.

So go on, get lost in the pages of a great book and revel in the thrill of a good deal that awaits you every day.

WARNING: Bookworms have been known to lose track of time, neglect household chores, and cancel plans. Side effects may include an insatiable desire to read, an expanding TBR pile, and an occasional book hangover. Proceed with enthusiasm.


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