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Alibris enjoys a generally positive reputation among customers, particularly for its wide selection of used books at competitive prices and reliable shipping. Many customers appreciate the timely delivery and the ability to track orders, contributing to overall satisfaction. However, concerns arise regarding the variability in book conditions, with some items not meeting expectations, and delays in shipping for urgent needs. Additionally, the separate shipping fees for each book can deter purchases. Despite these issues, the platform remains a favored choice for many due to its extensive inventory and user-friendly website.
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Not always but almost always find exactly what I'm looking for here at prices WAY cheaper and with easy ordering and reasonable shipping. I despise Amazon's attempted monopoly of everything and here is part of the solution.
This place is so awesome... hardly ever don't have what I'm looking for. Hardly ever is it not cheaper and usually significantly so.
Excellent! I found the sequel to the book I had just purchased from Alibris! I am well-pleased about. I got it too at a great price and quality!
Nice selection of books that I wanted. I got my book at a great price and good quality.
I've been buying from Alibris for a while now -- it's such a preferable alternative to you know who. I always find the books I'm looking for and even though I pay shipping, the prices are still very reasonable.
I've been buying from Alibris for a while now -- it's such a preferable alternative to you know who. I always find the books I'm looking for and even though I pay shipping, the prices are still very reasonable.
The site was easy to navigate and I had no trouble checking out. Also very happy I could use PayPal! So glad I can find books on here that are out of print.
I found everything I was looking for at great prices! These little hardcover knitting books will fit in my handwork bag for on the go creativity.
I ordered two copies of Marvelous Mattie and got them (from two different places) within days. Both were hardcover and in very good condition, as described by the sellers. Satisfaction like this happens every time I order from Alibris. I've never been disappointed.
Alibris has been my go-to book store for more than 20 years. It's such a great way to access the books you love at a price you love even more
Hace años no compraba, pero todo fue muy bien. Buenos precios y excelente calidad de los libros.
Hace años no compraba, pero todo fue muy bien. Buenos precios y excelente calidad de los libros.
Very good site to find used and new books. Found books ive been wanting to buy that i couldnt find anywhere, in great condition too!
Quick and easy way to reuse books. People, like me, who are in multiple book clubs accumulate books very quickly. These are often books I am unlikely to re-read at a later date. Since everyone in my group lives in the same small town, it is difficult to find these in the library.
It took me over a week to figure out why the free shipping would not work. Your "help" crew couldn't figure out that it doesn't work if I select the PayPal option. First, they should know that. Second, they should not email me 6 times saying I don't have the minimum order in my cart (not true) and that I chose books that didn't qualify (also not true). Cart was poorly constructed so that I couldn't use the payment option I wanted; customer service was worse.
There should be a picture of the book so that identification can be certain. This is particularly needed with the many editions and printings of many textbooks that are available.
I've been using Albris since college because there was no way I'd pay hundreds of dollars for a book I not only didn't want to read but would never read again.
I saved thousands of dollars through my college years.
Now as an adult with kids that I homeschool we use this website for everything including curriculum, pleasure reading and new kids books.
I love the fact that it does the price comparison for you, so you don't have to go to individual websites yourself. So much easier and way cheaper than going to a bookstore.
I've been using Albris since college because there was no way I'd pay hundreds of dollars for a book I not only didn't want to read but would never read again.
I saved thousands of dollars through my college years.
Now as an adult with kids that I homeschool we use this website for everything including curriculum, pleasure reading and new kids books.
I love the fact that it does the price comparison for you, so you don't have to go to individual websites yourself. So much easier and way cheaper than going to a bookstore.
Alibris is user friendly. Never have a problem choosing a book and following through with checkout. Very much like the amount of information given about the book. Thank you so much! Keep up the good work!
Selection is good. Wish there were shipping breaks when multiple books come from same supplier, but it is such a minor grievance. I'm content—just felt a compulsion to grumble where it wouldn't (hopefully) cause anyone any real grief.
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Very Good. Easily found book I wanted to purchase and the price was right. I was however, disappointed that you didn't offer any incentive for free shipping.
I followed link from my registered account email. My shopping cart emptied twice when I was shopping. I finally logged in to prevent it. Also tried to checkout with PayPal and found the steps unusually demanding and unlike the usual when I use PayPal on other seller sites.
Found the book in a fair price.
You are not forced to sign up there is a guest option. Needed help in the process and thay answered quickly. Hope the shipping doesnt take to long.
I ordered a book but USPS misdelivered it. My money was refunded to me quickly. Once the book was returned to my shipper their customer service contacted me and I was able to order and r Circe my book quickly and without issue.
Excellent selection of book in which I have an academic interest, and at competitive prices. The website is easily navigable and searchable.
I hope these are better crossword puzzle dictionaries than the last two I ordered which are little more than regular dictionaries
Answer: Let's just say, they advertise falsely. They misrepresent what they are selling. Buyer beware.
Answer: Hi Dennis, That depends on where the seller is located and where your deliver address is as well. Generally, shipments within the States are delivered within a week or so, though holiday shipping might slow down a bit. If you send us the details with your order number in an email to info@alibris.com we can look into the specifics for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Hi Valerie, If you have had a problem with your Visa or PayPal transactions on our site, please let us know the details at info@ailbris.com so that we can investigate for you. Thank you for your question. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: HI Zoila, Delivery timeframes within the States are usually between 3 and 8 days, but it depends on where the seller is that is shipping the item to you. If you have already placed an order, please contact us at info@alibris.com with your order details and we can investigate for you. Thank you for writing. Michael B. Alibris Customer Service
Answer: Really Michael, contact you directly? Why should we have to. There is a bad trend here. Seems MANY of us contact you and you DONT respond
Answer: I saw the fake stellar reviews and did not dig deeper. I til... I had an issue. Initially, I wanted to give a small seller some business after COVID and the site looked really good. What a big mistake that was! Shame on this outfit.