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Looking to sell back your textbooks for most cash or buy/rent new at best prices? Fast pay with FREE shipping for college textbooks buyback. Best deals for new textbooks.


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BooksRun Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a mixed reputation based on customer feedback. Positive aspects include prompt delivery, good product quality, and an efficient ordering process, which many customers appreciate. However, significant concerns arise regarding the handling of book conditions and return processes, with several customers alleging deceptive practices and poor customer support. Issues such as inadequate packaging and communication frustrations also surfaced. Overall, while many customers express satisfaction with their purchases, the company must address recurring complaints to enhance trust and customer experience.

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value
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quality
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This company responds to reviews on average within 36 days
New York
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Book sale
January 30, 2025

Excellent from beginning to end. Easy process. Glad I found the site for my sons college books he had in his closet. I now share your site with family and friends

Date of experience: January 20, 2025
Illinois
1 review
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Straightforward and Simple
January 28, 2025

I had no problems getting the textbook I needed and returning it. It was in good shape and I appreciated the simple return.

Date of experience: January 18, 2025
Pennsylvania
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Historical romance novel
January 28, 2025

Perfect. Book received promptly, packaged well. Great experience.

Date of experience: January 18, 2025
Kentucky
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Never received money for books
January 28, 2025

I sold textbooks at the end of November and never received a check for them. I sent a message letting them know 5 days ago. I was supposed to receive a response within 48 hours and I've heard nothing from them.

Date of experience: January 18, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
4 months ago

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Texas
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Never received payment
January 27, 2025

I recieved the quote. Sent in the books. Received verification of payment, then never received payment. Seems like a scam

Date of experience: January 17, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
5 months ago

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Georgia
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Hassle Free!
January 27, 2025

No problems, great deal and quick delivery! I would buy from this company again.

Date of experience: January 17, 2025
New York
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Good experience
January 27, 2025

BooksRun provided a used version of an uncommon book. The book arrived promptly & in excellent condition. Overall, a very good experience.

Date of experience: January 17, 2025
District of Columbia
2 reviews
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Find and Read
January 27, 2025

Book Run has a great diversity of quality books. I found what I was looking for right away, ordered it and received it in a very timely fashion. I look forward to being able to read more by continuing to use this service. Good job!

Date of experience: January 17, 2025
Michigan
1 review
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Fast, Quality Just as Described
January 27, 2025

Very pleased with BooksRun. Very fast. Will use again when needing books.

Date of experience: January 17, 2025
Virginia
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Medical Textbooks
January 26, 2025

Had a lot of medical textbooks and was happy to get some money back on them

Date of experience: January 16, 2025
Pennsylvania
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Great Book Seller
January 26, 2025

BooksRun has always delivered as promised. And the books are always of good quality. I recommend them as a seller.

Date of experience: January 16, 2025
Tennessee
1 review
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Faithful Abundant True
January 26, 2025

The book was everything as advertised and it has proven to be quite a blessing to our Ladies Bible Study.

Date of experience: January 16, 2025
Tennessee
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Good Product, Timely Delivery
January 26, 2025

My product arrived in good condition in time for a Christmas gift. Thank you for your service!

Date of experience: January 16, 2025
New York
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Smooth, no problems order!
January 26, 2025

Book arrived in excellent condition in timely fashion. Very smooth process.

Date of experience: January 16, 2025
Florida
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Perfect
January 26, 2025

It was quick and complete, full marks!
Now I have to write at least 50 characters!

Date of experience: January 16, 2025
Texas
1 review
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Pay check for my books
January 25, 2025

At this point I didn't receive my pay check for my books I sent to your company

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
4 months ago

Greetings, We apologize for any delays in answering due to a high volume of incoming emails. As an experienced and established participant at the textbooks market, we are eager to provide high quality service to our customers, and we have no interest in deceiving or holding the payment from clients. In case of lost/damaged checks, we always provide a payment reissue for our customer. Please let us know if you require additional information or further clarification regarding this matter. Warm regards, BooksRun Team

Idaho
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This place is great!
January 25, 2025

Quick and easy, the best price I found! I will definitely use Book run again!

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Minnesota
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Fast, clean, like new
January 25, 2025

Appreciate the fast service and especially such a nice clean copy.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Massachusetts
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Dummy
January 25, 2025

I ordered the wrong item. It my error but I did receive it quickly.

Date of experience: January 15, 2025
Florida
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Recent purchase
January 25, 2025

Booksrun did an excellent job. The order was well packaged and arrived days before the expected delivery date. Keep up the great work. Thank you!

Date of experience: January 15, 2025