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alibris.com
Founded in 1998
Berkeley, CA, United States
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Alibris Reviews Summary

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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889
value
10,554
shipping
10,544
quality
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Canada
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Wrong Edition
December 6, 2025
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I wanted the full size edition, not the book club edition. I guess I should have been more careful. You don't include a return address.

Date of experience: November 26, 2025

Wrong Edition
December 6, 2025
Previous review

I wanted the full size edition, not the book club edition. I guess I should have been more careful. You don't include a return address.

Date of experience: November 26, 2025
Idaho
1 review
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Love your books!
December 5, 2025
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Love your books! One problem arose; suggested replacement by the value optimizer had one big error,
A replacement from a different author/different book

Date of experience: November 25, 2025

Mmm hmmm really
May 8, 2025
Previous review

Mmmm why do i have to do this certainly would rather be reading a book right now. Thank you for sending the books that i paid for and for having the books that we like on your website.

Date of experience: April 28, 2025
Indiana
1 review
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Alibris is one of the best online bookstores. Their selection and prices of new and used books is hard to beat, and their recommendations are usually spot on.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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Having an issue with feedback in sound, but intermittently. Not sure what to make of that. There is something loose inside the amp that rattles around, but seems to work fine.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
District of Columbia
1 review
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I'm frustrated right now because while the prices on used books are amazing, the amount that I need to get to in order to obtain free shipping is so high that I couldn't even find enough books to get me to that total. And then the shipping on the books that I had was absolutely exorbitant. So basically I just bought the one book that had brought me to the site to begin with. Even though I had managed to choose five other books. I understand that with the economy like it is, free shipping and stuff like that is hard to come by, but it does seem like the individual shipping price for adding books to a shipment is a bit high.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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The Diaconate A Full and Equal Order
December 5, 2025

The graphic shown in the listing of the books was the current version however I received the previous edition which is missing updates to the books that would have been helpful.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
District of Columbia
2 reviews
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I left this book in my Shopping Cart because I was...
December 5, 2025
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I left this book in my Shopping Cart because I was not in a location appropriate for purchasing anything. I came back to my shopping cart today and the book was still there and I completed the transaction without any difficulty.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025

This purchase took less than 3 minutes, and most of...
October 6, 2025
Previous review

This purchase took less than 3 minutes, and most of that was deciding the condition of the book - either fair or very good. I finally went with very good.

Date of experience: September 26, 2025
Washington
1 review
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The best.
December 5, 2025

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Date of experience: November 25, 2025
California
1 review
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Wrong edition of a book, times two
December 5, 2025

Twice I was sent the wrong edition of the book I ordered. Twice I received the first edition of Quilts Quilts Quilts instead of the second edition which is a completely differnt book

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Arizona
1 review
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I need to know the shipping cost upfront. Please change your website so I can figure this very expensive neccessity before I discover a particular book costs more than if I paid full price at a store.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Knowledgeable and helpful company
December 5, 2025
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I ordered several books and to date have received all but one. Your service is excellent and communication is honest and open. I received exactly what I anticipated. Ratings on the books were accurate.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025

Keeps me informed on progress of my orderEasy to navigateG...
November 28, 2025
Previous review

Keeps me informed on progress of my order
Easy to navigate
Good selection

Date of experience: November 18, 2025
California
1 review
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Easy peasy to order books not found at the library! I start here first but don't like that the price of the books goes up if I log out and then log back in.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Wisconsin
1 review
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Easy to navigate website for books
December 5, 2025
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Easy to navigate website for books. Many choices between new and used, prices and conditions among the books, choices among editions if more than one edition. Confirming the order, checking out and payment are all easy to navigate and a clear process.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025

A long-awaited book available at Alibris
October 8, 2025
Previous review

Good service, book condition as described, very good value, reliable vendor

Date of experience: September 28, 2025
Iowa
1 review
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Shopping experience was wonderful, as always
December 5, 2025
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Shopping experience was wonderful, as always. The website is much improved since its early days (many years ago), and the book options are plentifulโ€” and the associated book dealers are very reliable.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025

Website is very easy to use, which makes shopping hassle-free.

Date of experience: October 24, 2025
Oregon
1 review
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Able to quickly find books not available at my local new&used book shop in Portland, Oregon. Thanks for having all the books I needed.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Alibris has a great selection of books, including some specialty books that are hard to find elsewhere. Their website is easy to use, and always reliable. Thank you!

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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I do not like the shipping costs
December 5, 2025

I do not like the shipping costs. Or having to place a large order that I do not need in order to get what I need. There needs to be a way to see an image of all the books that are sold.

Date of experience: November 25, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
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Easy to use the website
December 4, 2025

Easy to use the website. Large selection. Competitive priciung.
The optimizer is a nice feature to check if your shipping or vendor selections can be changed such that you end up with a lower overall purchase price.

Date of experience: November 24, 2025
Florida
1 review
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I think that the shipping cost far exceeds what it should be. It is particularly true for those buying the book that are facing Altheimer's. It certainly is not a book for entertainment and those who have had the Ptau217 test showing positive, can appreciate some consideration. Especially ordering a "used" book. Thanks for listening and consider being more generous!

Date of experience: November 24, 2025
Nevada
1 review
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Why Alibris never disappoints
December 4, 2025
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I have academic, historic, and serious literature interests. I can count on Alibris to have whatever I'm looking for! I have been using alibris for years and my records show that I have ordered 109 books thus far..

Date of experience: November 24, 2025

Why Alibris never disappoints
December 4, 2025
Previous review

I have academic, historic, and serious literature interests. I can count on Alibris to have whatever I'm looking for! I have been using alibris for years and my records show that I have ordered 109 books thus far..

Date of experience: November 24, 2025