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BooksRun

3.8

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BooksRun Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a mixed reputation based on customer feedback. Positive aspects include prompt delivery, good product quality, and an efficient ordering process, which many customers appreciate. However, significant concerns arise regarding the handling of book conditions and return processes, with several customers alleging deceptive practices and poor customer support. Issues such as inadequate packaging and communication frustrations also surfaced. Overall, while many customers express satisfaction with their purchases, the company must address recurring complaints to enhance trust and customer experience.

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service
301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
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Kentucky
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick service
December 7, 2022

Shipping was quick and book was as described; all I could ask!

Date of experience: December 7, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Gregory! - BooksRun Team

Idaho
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great Experience
December 7, 2022

My experience with Book Run was Great. I would use them again. Smooth transaction. Quick turnaround and Item was as described.

Date of experience: December 7, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Satisfied when the book condition was accurately graded; disappointed when the book was not in listed condition.

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 7, 2022
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over a year old

We do apologize for any issues that occurred with your order. The issue has already been addressed. Please check your mailbox for resolution. - BooksRun Team

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Sent wrong book
January 6, 2023

I ordered a book i really wanted. They sent me one that was not the one i ordered. Same author different book.

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 7, 2022
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over a year old

We do apologize for any issues that occurred with your order. The issue has already been addressed. Please check your mailbox for resolution. - BooksRun Team

New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Problem was resolved
January 6, 2023

There was a problem with the condition of the book but it was resolved. BooksRun did work to resolve it.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
Arthur B. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We do apologize for any issues that occurred with your order due to mail carrier's irresponsibility. The issue has already been resolved with full refund issued to your account. Please check your mailbox for details regarding the transaction. - BooksRun Team

California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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V.Good = excellent
December 7, 2022

My book arrived quickly and is in perfect condition

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
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over a year old

Thank you for your positive review, Kenneth! We are glad you liked our services. - BooksRun Team

Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Great book
December 7, 2022

I would definitely do business with you again! Quick turnaround!

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
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over a year old

Thank you for your review, Lorna! We really appreciate it! - BooksRun Team

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very Happy with my purchase
December 7, 2022

I had wanting to purchase the title I did for quite a while. I was very happy with the book itself (a colored pencil instruction book) and wished I had ordered it earlier.

BooksRun delivered the book much faster than I expected and it was very well packaged to protect the book. I look forward to ordering from them again. Excellent service.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for such amazing feedback, David! We are happy to hear that our representative was able to resolve the case in the most satisfactory manner. Hope to see you again among our happy customers!- BooksRun Team

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Impressed
December 6, 2022

I received my pharmacology book very fast. I was very pleased with how fast I received it.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience, Thomasina! That is really nice to hear! - BooksRun Team

California
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Fast and easy
December 6, 2022

Very easy to use site and fast shipping. Fast easy and slightly more affordable than most book stores.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for such an excellent review! We are so glad to see that you are satisfied with your order! - BooksRun Team

Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Book in good shape
December 6, 2022

Book in good shape. Good price, shipped quickly and securely

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

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Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Do not give them your money
January 5, 2023

I attempted to purchase a book and clicked the wrong edition, when I followed the "return" guidance within 30 minutes I was told they could not honor my request to cancel the order prior to shipping it because it had already been packed for mailing…in less than 30 minutes of me paying. Then I was told I had to wait for the 'wrong' book to arrive at my home, pay for shipping and mail it back in order to get a refund. Bad business.

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 6, 2022
Arthur B. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We do apologize for any issues that occurred with your order. The issue has already been addressed. Please check your mailbox for resolution. - BooksRun Team

North Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Book in very good condition!
December 6, 2022

The book is great condition and I will use it as a gift. The order took a bit longer to arrive, but that was OK (particularly at this busy time of the year).

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive review! We are pleased to have you as our customer! - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The Last Chairlift
December 6, 2022

BooksRun had the title I needed! Reasonably priced, delivered promptly. It was a great experience overall.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience, Suzanne! That is really nice to hear! - BooksRun Team

Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Happy Customer
December 6, 2022

Very quick service. Though the book was listed as "Used. Good condition", I couldn't tell the difference between it and a new one. Very happy!

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for the great review, Henry! Hope to see you among our customers in the future! -BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent!
December 6, 2022

On time. No problems, book quality as expected, works well with abebooks.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for appreciating our hard work! It means a lot to us. - BooksRun Team

Arizona
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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THE HUNTIN DOGS
December 6, 2022

VERY QUICK SERVICE AND BOMB PROOF PACKAGING. I RECEIVED THIS BOOK MUCH QUICKER THAN WAS ANTICIPATED. THANKS!

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for the great review, Jeannette! Hope to see you among our customers in the future! -BooksRun Team

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great experience
December 6, 2022

Book arrived in great shape and very timely!
Thank you!

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Frank! - BooksRun Team

Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service
December 6, 2022

Good prices, good shipping, good quality books, and awesome packaging. Very pleased.

Date of experience: December 6, 2022
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your positive review, Rhonda! We are glad you liked our services. - BooksRun Team

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I live in Philadelphia. I ordered this book from a bookstore located in Philadelphia according to its address, expecting that the book would then be received within 2 or 3 days. Instead it arrived more than 3 weeks later

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: December 6, 2022
Arthur B. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We do apologize for any issues that occurred with your order. The issue has already been addressed. Please check your mailbox for resolution. - BooksRun Team

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