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Book Outlet

Overview

Book Outlet has a rating of 3.8 stars from 1,743 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Book Outlet most frequently mention great prices, customer service, and new books. Book Outlet ranks 6th among Books sites.

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    1577
  • Returns
    41
  • Quality
    1594

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  • Great selection, prices, and great customer service!
  • Very good prices, easy to search, reasonable delivery time.

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  • It's changed my opinion on Book Outlet in a negative way and I don't think I'll continue to shop with you guys.
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Top Positive Review

“Customer service”

Danielle F.
4/11/24

I've ordered form here many times a mever had an issue until recently. While I know this was their problem to begin with. I can't be more than impressed with their rapid responses from customer service. A book I ordered didn't come in and they covered all costs to get it to me, on an order than got free shipping due to a promo. They responded quickly and sorted out the problem to no extra cost to me, also offering a refund. Excellent experience with them. Will continue to order from here.

Top Critical Review

“I selected 4 more books than I found in my cart”

Alix C.
4/23/22

I selected 4 more books than I found in my cart. There are too few points for dollars It takes a ridiculous amount of time to leave your warehouse even before slow, ailing

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Thumbnail of user dllfielding
1 review
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April 11th, 2024

I've ordered form here many times a mever had an issue until recently. While I know this was their problem to begin with. I can't be more than impressed with their rapid responses from customer service. A book I ordered didn't come in and they covered all costs to get it to me, on an order than got free shipping due to a promo. They responded quickly and sorted out the problem to no extra cost to me, also offering a refund. Excellent experience with them. Will continue to order from here.

Tip for consumers:
Excellent customer service.

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Lots of books.

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Thumbnail of user katherinel103
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January 2nd, 2023
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You are my go-to store for all of my crossword puzzle book buys. Since I don't keep them after they're completed, there's no reason to be worried about a few scuff marks or dents. I would never pay full price.

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Thumbnail of user michelleb1677
1 review
2 helpful votes
April 27th, 2020

I've ordered from Book Outlet twice. Both times I ordered adult and children's books. Everything was exactly as described for their bargain priced books. I did not order any scratch and dent books, because I wanted them in good condition. I was very satisfied with both my purchases, and will definitely order again!

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1 review
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January 16th, 2023
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Great deal and fast shipping! Exactly what I was looking for! A coworker who is gluten intolerant received an air fryer for Christmas. I was recently diagnosed with gluten intolerance as well and had already been using an air fryer. I can tell you my coworker could not maintain her excitement when I gave it to her. We're both looking forward to making these incredible recipes in our air fryers!

Reason I chose this business:

It was recommended on Rakuten but I’ll definitely continue to use them for other purchases.

Reason I chose this product:

As explained above, I needed some recipes for my air fryer that are gluten free.

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Thumbnail of user danielles1169
1 review
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January 11th, 2023
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I usually am not very happy with the state the books arrive in when I order from Book Outlet, but this time around all my books arrived in good condition. One paperback was a little bent but not terribly. Whoever packed my box seemed to do it with care and I really appreciate that.

Reason I chose this business:

Book Outlet offers competitive prices for popular books.

Reason I chose this product:

Most of the items I chose were were books that I had been interested in reading and were popular amongst my peers.

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Thumbnail of user avab71
1 review
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June 28th, 2021
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Book outlet is such an affordable and trustworthy site that I love purchasing books from! They have the best deals and I always get so excited every time I see my package arrive!

Reason I chose this business:

I choose book outlet because they have the best deals and products!

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Thumbnail of user libbym71
1 review
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December 29th, 2022
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Amazing prices on books that are in great condition. I made 3 seperate orders within one week because there was just so much too choose from! Sadly one never came, it was lost, which is not their fault. And I was offered a refund or a fulfillment immediately. Great customer service!

My last order never came and the tracking info said it had been in one place for a good week or 2. They immediately offered a refund or fullfilment, my choice.

Reason I chose this business:

They were having a black Friday sale.

Reason I chose this product:

They were books I had been interested in for awhile but didn't want to purchase at full price.

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Thumbnail of user larhondag2
1 review
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January 13th, 2023
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Building your personal library is much more affordable, with book outlet. They have a pretty good selection of African American Authors that are easy to locate.

Reason I chose this business:

Black Friday Deals

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Thumbnail of user ericac447
1 review
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October 6th, 2022
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Everything went well except when I received my 2 orders the boxes were completely open. Thankfully all books were there and in good condition.

Reason I chose this business:

Prices were very good

Reason I chose this product:

Wanted these books

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Thumbnail of user sams1747
1 review
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January 2nd, 2023
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Delivery took a while, I started to worry but it was over Christmas/new years so I just waited. Got the order and everything checked out great.

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Thumbnail of user richp468
1 review
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February 14th, 2023
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Came across the site searching for a particular book that was about $30 most places and got it for $3 plus shipping. Book was in excellent condition on arrival. Took a few days to get but overall experience was great.

Reason I chose this business:

Came across the site searching for a particular book that was about $30 most places and got it for $3 plus shipping. Book was in excellent condition on arrival. Took a few days to get but overall experience

Reason I chose this product:

Came across the site searching for a particular book that was about $30 most places and got it for $3 plus shipping. Book was in excellent condition on arrival. Took a few days to get but overall experience

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Thumbnail of user paigep135
1 review
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November 18th, 2022
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Bought some books for my mom's 5th grade class, great selection of books at low prices and delivery time was faster than expected

Reason I chose this product:

Specific items I wanted to purchase for a class

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Thumbnail of user rebeccad1267
1 review
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September 8th, 2022

Great way to grow your personal library. They offer a wide variety of subjects and ages. Will continue to purchase from them.

Thumbnail of user jenc212
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 5th, 2021
Verified purchase

Love the bargain book prices but was disappointed that my order made it to my city and then got
Sent to another state before eventually being delivered

Reason I chose this business:

Prices are great as is the condition of books received so far

Reason I chose this product:

They were books that seemed interesting

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Thumbnail of user andrear669
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

As a first time buyer, I was unsure of the quality I would receive. My books all came to me in fantastic condition and very quickly. I will be buying more for sure!

Reason I chose this product:

I was searching for specific authors and some recommendations came up that I did buy as well.

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Thumbnail of user dianah680
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 17th, 2021

Very Happy with my purchase! Found the books that I was looking for and other cute ones, that came across on your website. As for the shipping, was able to track the package and got it on time. Will defenetely buy more from you. Thank you so much!

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Thumbnail of user mf360
1 review
0 helpful votes
June 29th, 2021
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This is a very big hard cover Pink Floyd book that usually costs from $50 and up, got it for &
$24 and is in great condition

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Thumbnail of user montanar8
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 23rd, 2022
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Book Outlet is the only website that I know of which carries new books for very low prices. Basically, they receive new books in the form of overstock, and sell them for way less than you can find anywhere else. Sometimes the prices are even lower than that of equivalent used books. These are generally high quality books that are packaged well enough not to get dinged up in the shipping process. If there is a problem with the physical condition of the book, you simply send them an email w/ pictures attached, and they promptly take care of your issue. Book Outlet has offered a much better experience than other book selling sites I've encountered (including everything from packaging quality to customer service).

Reason I chose this business:

I chose Book Outlet because their prices are unbeatable.

Reason I chose this product:

I chose these products because they were offered at a low price.

Tip for consumers:
It is useful to look out for sales, coupons, and the points system. This is when you get the best of the best prices.

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Thumbnail of user nicolel1562
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 4th, 2022
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I was so happy to find used books for our book club. You had them in stock and shipped out quickly.

Reason I chose this business:

I could not find the books I needed new and was happy to find them used and in stock at Book Outlet. Found them using a Google search.

Reason I chose this product:

Book club for work.

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Thumbnail of user sheenam115
1 review
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October 17th, 2022
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If possible could the books be doubled boxes or extra packaging to avoid rain/snow? Aside from that I was very happy

Reason I chose this business:

It has a large variety of books at amazingly low prices

Reason I chose this product:

Because I love books

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Thumbnail of user carriep331
1 review
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November 8th, 2022
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Book outlet has been a very positive experience for me, the only drawback it that I'm ordering way too many books!

I emailed once about a book that wasn't in my shipment and was refunded promptly, great customer service

Reason I chose this business:

The price and the selection

Reason I chose this product:

The price is fantastic, often it's less than buying an ebook

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Thumbnail of user denisem1799
1 review
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November 14th, 2022
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I enjoy the selection and prices offered by Book Outlet. Their customer service is great at answering any questions I have.

Mathew was great at handling my concerns when I received a damaged book.

Reason I chose this product:

This purchase included a book for my middle-schooler and my annual Christmas novels. Plus, I chose one of the devotionals for our family as we prepare for the Christmas season.

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Thumbnail of user jackiec560
1 review
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May 12th, 2022
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I made a substantial order for our family's library and it was handled with such care and speed!

Each of the boxes were filled with like-new condition books, carefully protected in transit. 16 boxes down and 3 more to go! I'm so glad I found this company!

Thumbnail of user brittb69
1 review
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February 15th, 2023
Verified purchase

This was my first haul through the book outlet. I ordered 17 books and payed less than $90 for it. They arrived on day 7 from purchase to delivery. I will be a regular customer

Reason I chose this business:

I’m on Facebook groups for reading and one of them had a post recommending them so I tried them out.

Reason I chose this product:

I’m trying to build my library

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Thumbnail of user courtneyo93
2 reviews
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February 15th, 2023
Verified purchase

I've ordered books from BO a few times now. Sometimes the shipping takes a little longer than I'd like. This particular order was surprisingly fast. For the most part the books arrived in very good condition. One was a little more tattered than I'd like, but considering it's a book outlet, not anymore than I'd expect.

I have received books that were on fair condition and I have reached out to BO. They exchange them with no issues. I sent them pictures and they sent me a new copy in nearly excellent condition.
Customer service is always wonderful when working with BO.

They always are so helpful and solve the problem.
I’ve ordered quite a few books from them and the more items you buy, of course the more issues you are possibly going to come across. That being said I have only had damaged books a couple times but when I have had that happen, It’s been a quick and easy process.

Reason I chose this business:

Price as well as customer service.

Reason I chose this product:

I’ve found books I’ve liked either at book stores or online and I always check BO prices.

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The only thing better than a good book is a good book at half the price…or more. And that’s what we offer. All our books are brand new and discounted at least 50% off publishers’ list prices. Book Outlet is your haven, full of excess publishers’ inventory eagerly waiting to find their way into the hands of readers like you.

So go on, get lost in the pages of a great book and revel in the thrill of a good deal that awaits you every day.

WARNING: Bookworms have been known to lose track of time, neglect household chores, and cancel plans. Side effects may include an insatiable desire to read, an expanding TBR pile, and an occasional book hangover. Proceed with enthusiasm.

Business History

Since 1997, Book Outlet has evolved both as a business and a brand. Our community of bargain book lovers continues to grow daily and we have a tireless desire to dream big, innovate and provide our customers with the best possible experience.

We recognize that as a company, we are only as good as our people. That is why it has been a goal of ours to build a company culture that fuels curiosity, creativity and sustainable growth. In 2021, we were recognized for overall business performance and sustained growth with the prestigious Canada’s Best Managed Companies designation.

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