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BooksRun

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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.

This summary is generated by AI, based on text from customer reviews

service
301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
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Texas
1 review
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Fast shipping and quality copy
January 31, 2025

The book we ordered was exactly as described and in great condition. Shipping was quick and arrived well before the anticipated date. Extremely happy with BooksRun and will definitely buy from their online store again.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
GB
1 review
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Arrived on time
January 31, 2025

Very pleased that the book arrived by Christmas! That was most helpful.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
District of Columbia
1 review
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Out of the Darkness
January 31, 2025

The book was delivered on time and in absolutely great condition.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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Exceeded Expectations
January 30, 2025

The book arrived quickly and was in better condition than described. Very pleased.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Georgia
1 review
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Received wrong book
January 30, 2025

I have emailed several times with no response. Wasted $$. Super disappointed. Terrible customer experience.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We are sorry to hear that you could not use the item purchased, however, we are always eager to resolve the issue amicably so that our most valued customers are satisfied with their purchases. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly so that the required investigation of the case and further assistance can be prompt from our side. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Problem resolved
January 30, 2025

I had to reach out to BooksRun to find an overdue payment. After a few back and forth messages, it turns out that the USPS was the culprit. The postmark matched what BooksRun said, but it took six weeks to get to my mailbox. All is good now - problem resolved.

Date of experience: February 15, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in giving feedback due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Alabama
1 review
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Was Not Paid
January 30, 2025

After 3 weeks, I contacted support and still had not been paid.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering / giving feedback due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Virginia
1 review
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Disappointed
January 30, 2025

I never received my payback check. I got an email that it had been paid on December 6th and would arrive within 20 days and I never received it.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Maryland
1 review
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Professionally done
January 30, 2025

The book ordered came in fine shape and delivery time was shorter than what was announced on purchasing order.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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No response
January 30, 2025

I sent you an email and you never responded. I will never use your company again and I will ensure everyone I know doesn't use it either

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Virginia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Book needed
January 30, 2025

Searched for an unusual title and found the book I needed. Great purchase. Quick delivery.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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5 stars
January 30, 2025

The best bookseller on AbeBooks. Fast, accurate, no nonsense.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I purchased a children's book from the 1980s that I've been trying to track down for years for my dad. The book was in pristine condition, arrived in weather proof packaging two days early, and was so fairly priced. It truly made the holiday season!

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to sell books back
January 30, 2025

The whole process of selling my books back was easy, and I think the prices were fair.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Sent book, recieved check
January 30, 2025

BooksRun was easy to deal with. I sent them my book and received a check in the mail.

Date of experience: February 18, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

District of Columbia
1 review
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Delivered exactly as expected
January 30, 2025

I was nervous about the condition of the book and whether or not the book would come as described but BooksRun delivered as agreed upon. Thank you!

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Not the best
January 30, 2025

I haven't received my check and I reached out about it and heard nothing back.

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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Book sale
January 30, 2025

Excellent from beginning to end. Easy process. Glad I found the site for my sons college books he had in his closet. I now share your site with family and friends

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Straightforward and Simple
January 29, 2025

I had no problems getting the textbook I needed and returning it. It was in good shape and I appreciated the simple return.

Date of experience: January 18, 2025
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Historical romance novel
January 28, 2025

Perfect. Book received promptly, packaged well. Great experience.

Date of experience: January 18, 2025

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