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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.

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service
301
value
303
shipping
295
returns
147
quality
307
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Iowa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very responsive
October 21, 2024

Vendor responded quickly and fully to an issue I raised. I am impressed with their customer service and trust their handling of any future orders.

Date of experience: October 11, 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

Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Merchandise as advertised
October 21, 2024

It arrived in excellant shape. No exterior defects to either the packaging or the merchandise.

Date of experience: October 11, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

So nice to find out that you are satisfied with the services provided by our company! Thanks a lot! - BooksRun Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Timely delivery
October 21, 2024

I received my book in good condition and fairly fast. Its price was very reasonable as well.

Date of experience: October 11, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for cooperating! That’s amazing to work with you as our valued customer! - BooksRun Team

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick easy process
October 21, 2024

Everything went smoothly, was able to get a good price for some old textbooks

Date of experience: October 11, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That’s so nice to hear that you are pleased with our services! Hope to work with you again! - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service
October 21, 2024

I received the book on time and in great shape! I'd order through them again.

Date of experience: October 11, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience! Also, we are happy to hear that you liked the item! - BooksRun Team

Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Happy Customer
October 21, 2024

Ordered a book via Abebooks. My order was fulfilled by BooksRun. The book arrived quickly, and, although it is a used book, it was in like new condition. Buying used is the most cost effective way to purchase books.

Date of experience: October 11, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the review! Happy to keep you satisfied with the order! - BooksRun Team

Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Reliable, quick
October 21, 2024

Book as described. Quick shipping, good packaging. Appreciated the tracking updates,too.

Date of experience: October 10, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for cooperating! That’s amazing to work with you as our valued customer! - BooksRun Team

Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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As promised and expected
October 21, 2024

Easy purchase with no hiccups, and at good prices! Delivery time is average even though that's the carrier's responsibility. No complaints whatsoever.

Date of experience: October 10, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We would like to express our gratitude for such a review! Hope to see you more among our customers in the future! - BooksRun Team

Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very, very well-written
October 21, 2024

History can only be written by the survivors. Therefore, historical events perspectives vary, and those that did not survive have no contribution to the work. Well-written and constructed.

Date of experience: October 10, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

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

Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good experience
October 21, 2024
Updated review

Nothing to complain about, the purchase went very smoothly and everything arrived in a good condition and in a acceptable amount of time.

Date of experience: October 9, 2024
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


High Praise
October 9, 2023
Previous review

Quick to process and quick to ship. Very happy with the experience. Thank-you all.

Date of experience: October 9, 2023
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Helpful!
October 21, 2024

A wonderful service—the check took a long time to arrive, but I recommend this service to anyone!

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
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. We have taken all the information mentioned by you into consideration and we will continue working on improving our services. 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

Massachusetts
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Happy with seller
October 21, 2024

A good experience. Quick delivery and the book was in perfect condition.

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

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

Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Job Well Done...
October 21, 2024

Good Value for the singular book I sold. Kinda surprised...

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are so glad to hear that! Already looking forward to doing business with you again, Kenneth! - BooksRun Team

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Received my book in a timely manner
October 21, 2024

It was a good experience. I received the book in a timely manner and it was what I ordered.

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are glad you’ve had a positive experience in doing business with us! - BooksRun Team

Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good Condition and Fast Arrival
October 18, 2024

The book arrived quickly and in very nice condition. Thanks.

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for sharing your opinion with us! We are happy to provide you with good services! - BooksRun Team

Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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School Reading list
October 18, 2024

I ordered the books as they were required reading for my classes this semester. The books were delivered well before the date provided on the order.

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the review! Happy to keep you satisfied with the order! - BooksRun Team

North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great experience
October 18, 2024

Fast shipping and great quality, would be pleased to do business with again

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That’s so nice to hear that you are pleased with our services! Hope to work with you again! - BooksRun Team

Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Save your books
October 18, 2024

I sent NEW read once books to them, they gave the bare minimum in return, which you know they turned around and asked full price for, and then said one book wasn't up to their standards. You're better off giving books to friends than the pennies they offer. Terrible.

BooksRun attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: October 8, 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

Mississippi
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy and helpful
October 18, 2024

Great experience which made it easy to get rid of books that we were done using.

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your experience! Also, we are happy to hear that you liked the item! - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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Great bookstore
October 18, 2024

Item received as promised in great condition.
Will definitely recommend.

Date of experience: October 8, 2024
BooksRun S. BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Such a pleasure to do business with you! - BooksRun Team

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