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Better World Books Reviews Summary

The overall reputation of Better World Books is mixed, with notable strengths in their extensive selection and competitive pricing, often praised for delivering books in excellent condition. However, significant concerns arise regarding customer service, particularly related to shipping delays, fulfillment errors, and inadequate packaging that often leads to damaged items. Many customers express frustration over the return process and a perceived lack of responsiveness from the company. While some customers remain loyal due to the ethical practices and commitment to literacy, recurring issues with order accuracy and support hinder a consistently positive experience.

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returns
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quality
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Washington
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Incredible catalog of books! Reasonably priced and with reasonable delivery time with no onerous shipping costs!

Date of experience: September 15, 2020
Germany
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Can't wait to read
September 15, 2020

Received the order in three packages, but that's okay. Please, continue with paper books! Thank you very much.

Date of experience: September 15, 2020
Vermont
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The Life of Horace Greeley
September 11, 2020

Great service. Book arrived in good condition. Am using it to help with info for my weekly news column in the Granville Sentinel (NY) and the Lakes Region Freepress (VT)! Ann Rich Duncan.

Date of experience: September 11, 2020
Monaco
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Good service
September 11, 2020

Good service for someone (like me!) who does not live near a good English bookshop but loves to read paper books (as opposed to digital books). Would certainly use Better World Books again.

Date of experience: September 11, 2020
Massachusetts
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Very nice!
September 11, 2020

The books I received were wonderful. This is a great place to buy books with some of the proceeds going to purchase books for literacy non profits.

Date of experience: September 11, 2020
Arizona
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Great purchase
September 11, 2020

My order came on time and as described. I'm happy with my purchase and will be using this site again

Date of experience: September 11, 2020
Mississippi
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Stellar!
September 11, 2020

I ordered a used book for my bookclub and my experience was stellar! I received the book quickly, in great condition and at a very cheap price! I will certainly be using BetterWorldBooks in the future.

Date of experience: September 11, 2020
California
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I'm making purchases from Better World Books because I like what they stand for. I like that they are concerned not only about making profits but also about people and the planet, that they are doing things to make the world a better place. The ordering process is simple, easy, and convenient to use. I don't expect next day delivery and my orders arrive within a reasonable amount of time. They have free shipping and the prices are comparable to other sites.

Date of experience: September 10, 2020
Arizona
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The books are in good condition and are worth the discounted price. I have placed several orders and have never had issues with the condition of the books. I have always received what I expected. And the variety offered is excellent.

Date of experience: September 10, 2020
Ohio
2 reviews
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My Go To for Books
September 10, 2020

Love Better World Books. It is the first place I look when I want to buy a book. Great service and selection.

Date of experience: September 10, 2020
Canada
1 review
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Excellent
September 10, 2020

Pretty fast shipping to Canada, lots of titles to choose from and saved me a ton on a textbook I needed!

Date of experience: September 10, 2020
Spain
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One out of my couple-of-dozen books bought so far, didn't arrive and, simply by informing Better World Books of this, they returned my payment within a few hours.

Refreshing in our often less-than-reliable commercial world.

Date of experience: September 10, 2020
Canada
2 reviews
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Great Service
September 10, 2020

Book arrived in good time and was exactly as stated. In fact, it was in better condition than I expected as it was an old library copy.

Date of experience: September 9, 2020
Maryland
1 review
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Book order
September 10, 2020

I ordered a book for my nephew that I couldn't find anywhere. It was cheap, great condition, fast shipping, and I LOVE the personalized email I got!

Date of experience: September 9, 2020
West Virginia
1 review
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I have ordered several times and have had no problems until my last order. I received an ARC of the book. I sent an email to the company and was told that I could keep the book and would receive a refund including my reward of $5 that I used on this book. The email response was dated 8/31, but I haven't received the refund or reward. Please refund the cost of the book and reissue my reward.

Date of experience: September 9, 2020
Nevada
1 review
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Love your place
September 9, 2020

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...

Date of experience: September 8, 2020
New York
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Very easy to move around the site. Most books come in very good condition. Have already placed my next order.

Date of experience: September 8, 2020
Pennsylvania
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Great Service!
September 9, 2020

Great service and price. When my book arrived it was in perfect condition and it was even autographed by the author!

Date of experience: September 8, 2020
Canada
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Always great
September 9, 2020

I'm always happy with both the service and the books I have bought from Better World Books. I got exactly what I ordered and, despite current slowdowns in postal service, they arrived in a reasonable time.

Date of experience: September 8, 2020
Virginia
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Like new copy
September 9, 2020

My "like new" copy of this book arrived early.
I am very satisfied with the selection and service at BWB.

Date of experience: September 8, 2020

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Founded in 2003
Mishawaka, IN, United States