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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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915
value
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shipping
10,862
quality
10,856
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I ordered my book on January 1,2025
February 2, 2025

I ordered my book on January 1,2025. It was sent to a post office box that I no longer have. I called the post office and gave them the tracking number. They never received the book. I only used Alibris because they have another one. I'll never use alibis again.

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Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Texas
1 review
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You have nice site, and you also offered a good price on my book

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Iowa
1 review
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Alibris always has what I'm looking for and their website is very easy to navigate.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Good selection especially of books that are older and sometimes hard to find, good prices, quick checkout, quick delivery

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Rhode Island
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Glad you had the book i wanted!
February 2, 2025
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Glad you had the book i wanted!

Often i find obscure titles!

Date of experience: January 23, 2025

Great site, great selection, can't wait to receive...
January 22, 2025
Previous review

Great site, great selection, can't wait to receive the book.

Date of experience: January 12, 2025
Missouri
1 review
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I ordered a book; paid a good price and got it in a satisfactory amount of time. Thanks!

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Minnesota
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Not easy to always find things
February 2, 2025

Not easy to always find things. It is frustrating when you click "more" and have to fill out a long form. Things shouldn't be shown as available when they actually are not.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
New Mexico
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Good quality at very fair price
February 2, 2025
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I had read several books by Deborah Harkness and they were no longer at the public library. I had watched a movie on one of her books and wanted to re-read the books in her series. I find her books very interesting from a historical perspective and the references to mythology intriguing as well. The interplay with modern science makes a very enjoyable yarn. The great price captured my decision to place the order.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025

It is so easy to find the books I want that are no...
January 19, 2025
Previous review

It is so easy to find the books I want that are no longer available in the public library. The cost is low which appeals to my thrifty nature.

Date of experience: January 9, 2025
Pennsylvania
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I was able to find the book and purchase it within two minutes.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
California
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Appreciate your choices and ease of shopping. I like the way sellers describe the quality of the book and if they are a charity, where the funds will go.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
New York
1 review
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Fast and efficient
February 2, 2025

Fast and efficient. Easy to find the book I was looking for and the price was affordable.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
California
1 review
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Magnificent locator for unusual and valuable books, that I'd otherwise despaired of again finding. The two out-of-print by Carl Ernst were worth everything in themselves.

Date of experience: February 13, 2025
Louisiana
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I always go to Alibris when looking for books. Always happy with the products I receive

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Texas
1 review
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I enjoy your quick delivery!
February 2, 2025
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I enjoy your quick delivery! I have bought many books from you guys. And your prices are always great. Thank you

Date of experience: January 23, 2025

Good old fashioned service. 👍👍
August 7, 2024
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Keep Alibris app handy when searching for a book you won't be disappointed.

Date of experience: July 28, 2024
Massachusetts
1 review
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Great way to buy books!
February 2, 2025

I love supporting small sellers and getting books I want, specially strange old books!

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Tennessee
1 review
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Best new & used books on-line store
February 2, 2025

Great choices, good place to find out of print books, easy to navigate, reliable delivery, & good customer service

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Very easy
February 2, 2025

Very easy. Except now, when they require 50 characters for me to give feedback.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Texas
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Needed to find a special book, it is somewhat rare, and I found it here, and will soon have my own copy. Thanks!

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Pennsylvania
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A library of america story collection - 1/2 regular retail price. Came in about 1 week. No complaints.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025
Massachusetts
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Good
February 2, 2025

So far it has been positive and I've found the transaction easy and using the e book very user friendly.

Date of experience: January 23, 2025