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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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Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Absolutely horrible
January 25, 2025

Booksrun received my books on 12/6/2024 and I was expected to receive a check. An entire month went by and NOTHING! I called several times to remedy the issue and after talking to Natalie and several others on multiple occasions I finally received my money via PayPal. Use another company to sell your books. Save yourself the headache. They aren't even recognized on the BBB. That tells me everything I need to know.

Date of experience: January 9, 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

Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick and Easy
January 25, 2025

Fast delivery. Great books in beautiful condition.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Book came ripped
January 25, 2025

The book had some damage. When I saw good condition I thought it would be better than this

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

Greetings, Please accept our apologies regarding the matter since we did not intentionally want to make the situation worse, but only to make it resolved in the best way. All orders are packed and sent by our facility following all the packaging guidelines. Sometimes the packages may be damaged during transit. We would like to help you out in this case and provide a satisfactory resolution, thus, please feel free to write to us with any further question or concern. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Delighted with my book!
January 25, 2025

Was so happy to find a copy of this title; the book arrived in a timely fashion and was in great condition. Thank you!

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick and simple to deal with
January 25, 2025

Also the shipping was very fast, thanks... What more do you want from a bookstore.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast and efficient
January 25, 2025

I was looking for used textbooks that were in good condition at a reasonable price. I did check their prices against Amazon and ordered from both companies. I received my order from Bookrun very quickly. Much quicker than Amazon.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Scam? Books delivered no pymt
January 25, 2025

Never received payment of $18.48. Books sent in excellent condition. Emailed customer service no response. No phone number available.

Date of experience: January 15, 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

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Expedient delivery, great condition
January 25, 2025

I needed some books for an admin class I am taking and the books I ordered were delivered much sooner than expected and in better condition! Highly satisfied.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Well done
January 25, 2025

My order arrived as described, in good shape, and ahead of schedule.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Rhode Island
1 review
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I never got the check for my books!
January 25, 2025

I submitted my books in a timely manner and was able to track everything, but the check never arrived.

Date of experience: January 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

Virginia
1 review
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Love
January 25, 2025

The experience was a promise well kept. They showed me love even when I called they where well spoken loving kind and all of the sweet things in candy…I will continue doing business with the best.because truth be told they are the real love.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
New York
1 review
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Sent a book in perfect condition in the binder with all pages in chronological order and somehow it was denied for not being acceptable. There was no pictures or anything given to me as proof. Contacted support they were unable to help or give me any additional information. I've since received the book back and just as I expected it is in perfect condition.

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

Greetings, We are indeed sorry to find out that there were issues with the buyback order due to some reason. 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. We are eager to resolve the matter and investigate any issue occurred, therefore, please do not hesitate to contact us directly in order to fix the problem as soon as possible. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Illinois
1 review
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Outstanding!
January 17, 2025

I'm so grateful to have found BooksRun- this has been by far the best way to sell my books. The process is quick and simple. Thank you!

Date of experience: January 6, 2025
Connecticut
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I received a letter from the post office saying that my books were damaged and undeliverable. I wrote to you multiple times asking for a refund to which I never received. I emailed (multiple times) with the pictures of the letter and the packing slip that was included. I will now be contacting my credit card company to fight this matter for me.

Date of experience: December 12, 2024
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

Maryland
1 review
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Fast and nicely packaged.
January 6, 2025

I received my textbook in record time and in good condition.

Date of experience: November 21, 2024
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Scam
January 5, 2025

I sent an almost new book in for a buyback price of $50. I received an email & picture showing water damage, which it did not have. Someone either left it in the rain, or they used damaged books to keep from paying out what was quoted. Never again!

Date of experience: December 26, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Greetings, We are indeed sorry to find out that there were issues with the buyback order due to some reason. 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. We are eager to resolve the matter and investigate any issue occurred, therefore, please do not hesitate to contact us directly in order to fix the problem as soon as possible. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Happy with the Wizard
January 4, 2025

Ordered "The Wizard of OZ" by Frank Baum. It arrived in good shape, and in plenty of time. Can't ask for any more than that! Keep up the good work.

Date of experience: December 25, 2024
Pennsylvania
1 review
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I love used books
January 3, 2025

I'm always glad to get a good used book in a timely fashion. And you delivered!

Date of experience: December 24, 2024
New York
1 review
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Great service and fast delivery
January 2, 2025

I placed my order for different books and got them all. Thank. You for fast and seamless delivery

Date of experience: December 23, 2024
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Have not received order
January 2, 2025

I have not received the book I ordered. I received an email saying that my package was delivered but it was not delivered. I responded to that email with a complaint about not receiving the book, and my complaint was ignored. Now, I get an email asking me to rate my experience. I need the book asap or a full refund. Alibris order *******-2

Date of experience: December 22, 2024

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