Love how inexpensive and speedy the delivery was from better world books, but why do they have to put the barcode stickers on the spine, covering the title and author? I tried to remove the stickers on several of the books but ended up ruining the spines in the process. Would appreciate if they would put the stickers on the back or inside the books, as they currently look so bad on a bookshelf!
Very happy with my first-time experience using BetterWorldBooks! From order to tracking to receipt, the process was very smooth and efficient. I love the sustainable mission and the option to not use the big-box alternative while still getting a very good price. Will definitely use them again.
I'm happy with my purchase, honestly it's rare to find a website that delivers worldwide for free. The books were fine. They were dispatched from different warehouses. The european one was faster but the books was more worn than the one from US warehouse.
30 days from UK, and 45 days from US to Morocco.
I always recommend Better World to people looking for used books. I have been buying from them for years and their prices are always reasonable. Their service is top notch. A happy and repeat customer
I'm a retired ESL teacher who now travels to Southeast Asia teaching English to indigenous populations. About a month before I leave I order used children's books and bring them with me overseas. I have been doing this for years. BWB has been a blessing for me and the schools I teach at. I always find what I need at far less than I would pay anywhere else, which means I can purchase more books with less out out of pocket.
I found this website somehow, because I don't want to enrich Amazon, and the service was excellent. Books described as in good condition were actually in better condition, some of them looking new. I've recommended the site to other people. The books arrived sooner than I anticipated. I plan to use this site again.
Have used bwb's for years and anticipate my next vist. Have not had a bad experience, short of ordering the same thing twice. Do have a list of my books to help me keep track. Yep, coming back. Off to read some more...
I ordered, Dark Tide by Stephen Puleo. The book came quickly and was in great shape. It was printed in 2019. After I read it, my husband did, so it has been handled quite a bit in the last month.
I recommend using BetterWorldBooks.
Only once in many years have I had even the slightest problem with BetterWorldBooks Not a bad average as I have had dozens of excellent, reasonably priced, rare books from them. I genuinely believe this company is the very best around and will continue to buy from them for all/ most my future reading matter.
I can find anything I want thru BWB. Timely fashioned. Delivery quick. I'm doing a bible study, you always have my reference books so I can study along with the Pastor. I am thankful I found this site.
I have ordered several books from Better World Books and they are reliable and quick. I did have an issue with one order in which one of the items had to be cancelled, but the communication was clear.
Timely delivery and a great selection of books. My challenge as a book collector is having a clear sense of book condition (ie does it have a dust jacket, is it an ex-library book, etc.), but overall a very good experience. Love the discounts offered on a consistent basis!
I've bought hundreds of like new hardback books in the past several years from Better World Books. I've never paid more than $3 per book. And did i say free shipping? And the books are -- in many cases -- new. The spines creak when i open the book, indicating the books have never even been opened. What a bargain!
Usually I always tend to hold off on buying books bc they tend to be a lil pricey. I typically need to be picky. I was able to buy several books Ive been eyeing for my littles and myself for under $30.
Great experience and quality is as described
The costs are better than many local options for me and I know when I buy the book it's used and know it won't be perfect but I don't care. I'm not a collector, I read them and then donate them. The shipping is average but cost is good so if you are in a hurry then expedite.
I have ordered from BWB several times. The books generally arrive in an expected period of time and they are always in the condition advertised. I am never in a hurry, I don't order at the last minute, especially used books. I know they will arrive, but seldom overnight.
I've been looking for this really rare book for a long time. Thank you so much.
It was not only the book i was seeking but i also paid almost nothing for it.
I feel a little guilty actually. But be assured that it will remain in my family!
I always find what I am looking for. I love the economical pricing. My books arrive in an extremely timely fashion. I am always updated about the arrival of the books. This is my third time and I am very happy.
Delivery was a fortnight late, but the vendor warned me that there were delays in mailing to Australia, so no surprises there. I feared that the delay might be longer granted COVID conditions. I had another book from America (different vendor) that took months to arrive, so I was pleased with just a fortnight's delay. The book was in good condition too. I have already read it and am using it for a piece I am writing right now. Michael
I've been using BetterWorld Books for several years. And their able to deliver books in good to excellent condition. The prices are great, and they ship out quickly. You can also find DVD's - which are also in good condition. They check them out before sending - therefore you get a Movie you can actually watch! The best part of all - they donate a book each time you order one. So your a part of Paying It Forward as well.
Answer: You can probably, maybe able to see them on line somewhere, on an American government site for universities as they are out of the University of Indiana... that's my guess anyway.
Answer: I have only ever had one order go astray and they refunded the purchase as soon as I reported it If you still haven't received your order you should notify them. They will probably refund your purchase as it may have been lost.
Answer: It's a non-profit run by volunteers at several sites around the U.S. Many of their books are from public libraries & in good condition often. They also get donations from the public & some of those are in only Fair or Good condition, though lots are in Very Good/Like New or New condition. My favorite thing about BWB is their free book donations to very poor countries! I've bought from BWB for over 4 years & have bought close to a 100 books. Great non-profit!
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.