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California
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Great Value
July 29, 2020

This is my second order within three months. I am pleased with my purchases. I do recommend this bookstore because the prices are good and they have a huge selection of books that are unavailable in other places, even at comparable prices.
I highly recommend this bookstore. I always prefer to buy new books but collecting pre- owned, discounted books is a good way to refresh certain skills.

Date of experience: July 29, 2020
Texas
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I have ordered several times from Better World Books, and have been completely satisfied every time. I always find more books than I originally started looking for (like that is a bad thing), and the shipping is always very quick. I recommend them to all my book-loving friends!

Date of experience: June 3, 2020
Illinois
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I have ordered several times with no complaints. This time I ordered multiple copies of the book which made the order to be filled from different warehouses. When the first box arrived without all of my books I was unsure of what was happening as the packing slip was missing.
I emailed and was quickly provided with all of the information I needed to feel better.
Everything about this company makes me happy.
Good inexpensive books provided by people who seem to care about the job they do.
Keep up the good work.

Date of experience: February 24, 2020
Missouri
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I was able to purchase a rarer volume here for about a third of the price elsewhere. It got to me in time and the volume was in excellent condition. I believe it may have even been signed by one of the authors! Was very pleased with my purchase. Will definitely buy here again.

Date of experience: July 28, 2020
Mexico
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I was so happy to have found this valuable site. However, because books are shipped by individual vendors and also because I live in Mexico, my orders have either (a) disappeared, or (b) arrived long after the expected delivery date. Customer service is OK but time-lagged and I'm not sure it's actually a himan

Date of experience: December 21, 2020
Maine
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I always buy from BWB!
September 2, 2020

Reliable, timely (considering the distance), great customer service, and for a good cause. They usually have the best selection of books, too! Found some books in Spanish on here that I couldn't find elsewhere. I absolutely recommend BWB, thank you so much!

Date of experience: September 1, 2020
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Good qualtiy service
December 31, 2020

I was pleased to find the range of books available, at good second-hand prices. They arrived quickly and anks! Were in good condition. Next time, I'll begin my search with BetterWorld Books. Many thanks!

Date of experience: December 30, 2020
Pennsylvania
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Thank you, Better World Books! My husband has been ordering collectible versions of serious literature from you for years. It took a while for me to realize that you provide so much variety, I should be ordering other genres too. This is an opportunity to try the work of an Author I've never read before. Fans of James Rollins and Dan Brown suggested trying Charles Brokaw's works. I'm anxious to dig in!

Date of experience: December 10, 2020
New York
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The name says it all!
April 22, 2021

There's a reason this company is called, Better Books. They are better than that big online seller because they actually care. Not only was my order handled smoothly, but they followed up with a clever shipping notice the following day. Love their wit and the timely mannerly with which I received my books.
They also reward points for your purchases, or referrals, and offer discounts ranging from 15% - 30% depending on the number of books you buy from the Bargain Bin. Best of all, they accept books for donation at drop boxes and give back to others in grants, special projects, and literacy partners such as books for Africa. Love these guys!

Date of experience: April 21, 2021
Colorado
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Good Service
January 9, 2021

Everything was great! I received the correct book and it arrived promptly. The only feedback I would offer is to be careful about the glue or backing on the stickers used on your books. I ordered an out of print, older book with a colored paper spine and the sticker placed on it removed some of the colored paper, exposing patches of the lighter color underneath. It was a little disappointing to deface the book by removing the sticker. Despite this, I would order from them again.

Date of experience: January 8, 2021
Missouri
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Happy with our purchase
September 1, 2020

My son was excited to get our books - we couldn't find them in paperback editions anywhere else. Arrived in about a week and all in used, but good condition. We'll be ordering the next ones in his series, soon!

Date of experience: September 1, 2020
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I'm really happy to find an ethical source of books. Will definitely be ordering again. I couldn't find this book which has long been out of print anywhere else and it arrived when and in the condition promised. Very pleased.

Date of experience: September 8, 2019
Florida
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BestWorldBooks
October 2, 2020

There is never a book I can't find on this site, even older or indie books. The prices are always great, and the more you buy the better the discounts. Been shopping here for years, and I use no other service but BWBs. If a book is out of stock, I'd rather wait than order elsewhere. Luckily, I've yet to run into that problem. :)

Date of experience: October 2, 2020
California
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Where else can you go on the internet to buy something wonderful (books, new and used!) from an organization that does its part to make the world a better place? (psss. Hint below)
I've been a proud customer of BetterWorldBooks for well over 5 years and have never been disappointed. I come here for any book that I can't find through my local bookstores. Many thanks to all the staff and the affiliated booksellers as well!
(hint: not a site run by the world's most power-hungry billionaire!)

Date of experience: August 11, 2020
Hana E.
Australia
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I have ordered several books from BWB. The site is easy to navigate and the range of books on offer in my area of interest is excellent. I am also impressed by the quality of the books that I have purchased. Those described as being in "very good condition" are what I would call in "excellent" condition, and except for the occasional library sticker are like new. BWB has become my first port of call when buying used books.

Date of experience: August 24, 2019
New York
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Site is easy to navigate. BWB keeps me updated on the process. Haven't yet had any unfavorable issues with conditions of books - I try to be aware of the condition as noted and so far nothing has been a lower standard as stated.

Date of experience: May 19, 2020
Texas
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We lost a book from our local library and needed to replace it. The cost that the library was going to charge was much greater than the price I paid for the book through Better World Books. Searching for and ordering the item I needed was simple. I did not experience any trouble with shipping. The uniqueness of this site is in the email that accompanies your book's adventure coming your way. I really enjoyed it. After receiving my book I was able to deliver it as a replacement with our library with no problems.

Date of experience: December 11, 2020
Indonesia
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BWB is awesome!
June 14, 2019

Hi. It's not my first time buying books from BWB. Coolest online bookshop ever. Amazing prices. Free shipping worldwide, really? It takes a longer time to arrive apparently to where I live (as I'm currenly in Indonesia) but whatever. I love BWB.

Date of experience: June 14, 2019
Colorado
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Spiritual Midwifery
December 1, 2020

My book came in timely! And in well condition. I would recommend this avenue for reads :)!
I am located central to west in the US so perhaps that had to do with my quick retreval. For those of you further away, take into consideration your wait period- it most likely will be worth it! Such a great way to save and share here on this planet.

Date of experience: December 1, 2020
Illinois
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BUYER BEWARE!
January 17, 2022

This company sells books by ISBN number only and will throw any stock photo up in advertising it, whether it is the book they are selling or not! When you bring it to their attention they say you really should only shop for books by their ISBN number. So wrong! Beware Beware

Date of experience: January 17, 2022

Overview

Better World Books has a rating of 2.8 stars from 2,091 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Better World Books most frequently mention customer service, business days and return shipping. Better World Books ranks 4th among Used Books sites.

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