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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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service
296
value
299
shipping
291
quality
285
This company responds to reviews on average within 12 days
Washington
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Found book from childhood
September 9, 2023

I found a book I've been trying to remember since I was ten years old. I'm currently half way through reading it to put my nine year old son to sleep. So happy to have this resource!

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are happy to hear that you liked the item! - BooksRun Team

Maryland
1 review
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Qualitative Interviews
September 9, 2023

My book arrived about a week and a half after I ordered. In plenty of time for my course start.

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
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over a year old

Your feedback is greatly appreciated! We will continue working on improving our services. - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
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On time delivery.
September 9, 2023

Books in very good shape. Would definitely order from them again.

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for such a review! Happy to hear that you are satisfied with the book! - BooksRun Team

Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Horrible customer service!
October 9, 2023

I've tried reaching out to return my item as I didn't ultimately need it. Nobody answers the phone and they won't reply to email. No return instructions to be found anywhere. I will NEVER do business with this company again!

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
Arthur B. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team

Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great
September 9, 2023

Everything was great, the book was exactly as described and well packed.

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That’s so nice that you are pleased with the order received! Thanks for the review! - BooksRun Team

Massachusetts
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Great inexpensive service
September 9, 2023

Great inexpensive service
Great inexpensive service
Great inexpensive service
Great inexpensive service
Great inexpensive service

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Your feedback is greatly appreciated! We are glad to provide you with good services. - BooksRun Team

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Exactly as described
September 8, 2023

Book came exactly as described, received it within a week, would buy again & would recommend to others. Thank You

Date of experience: September 8, 2023
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over a year old

Thanks for such an excellent review! We are so glad to see that you are satisfied with our services! - BooksRun Team

Missouri
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Fast expert services
September 7, 2023

Fast shipping, books exactly as stated. Ordered through ABE

Date of experience: September 7, 2023
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over a year old

Thank you for your amazing review! We are doing our best to keep our customers happy! - BooksRun Team

Missouri
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Aug 2023 order
September 7, 2023

I ordered 3 books on this order and they all arrived withiin the timeframe promised and as described.

Date of experience: September 7, 2023
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over a year old

Thanks for your feedback! We do appreciate your review and opinion about our services! - BooksRun Team

Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Perfect transaction
September 7, 2023

I received everything I ordered on time and paid only a portion of what I would have if I were to buy from the campus store.

Date of experience: September 7, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! Already looking forward to doing business with you again! - BooksRun Team

Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Speedy service
September 6, 2023

Book was delivered much sooner than anticipated - over a week before they said it would be shipped.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

We are happy to hear you liked our services! Hope to do more business with you in the future! - BooksRun Team

Illinois
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Difficult to work with.
October 6, 2023

They make a shipping error and you have to pay to get it back to them.
They do not respond timely to their emails

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
Arthur B. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great process
September 6, 2023

It was very easy to use and got paid relatively quickly.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

That’s so nice to hear that you are pleased with our services! Hope to work with you again! - BooksRun Team

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Experience
September 6, 2023

Directions were clear and I was paid quickly. Great experience

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
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over a year old

Thanks for cooperating! That’s amazing to work with you as our valued customer! - BooksRun Team

Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great Experience
September 6, 2023

Book arrived in exact condition it was advertised to be in, and it arrived promptly. I would definitely use the seller again..

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your amazing review! We are doing our best to keep our customers happy! - BooksRun Team

South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fast as convenient
September 6, 2023

Placed my order via AbeBooks and received quickly and with no problems!

Date of experience: September 6, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for sharing your experience in doing business with us! We are happy to provide you with good services! - BooksRun Team

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Better know your ISBN numbers
October 5, 2023

I spent over 2 months going back and forth with customer service (initially my error I missed the first email response) as the book I purchased was incorrect. The title and image was for a specific edition of a book and I received the previous edition. I was told that as a consumer I am expected to check the ISBN numbers. After I was finally offered a refund the response back was in I am outside the return window. Will not be purchasing from here again.

Date of experience: September 5, 2023
Arthur B. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team

Tennessee
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Purchase of Books
September 5, 2023

It was a very pleasant, easy and smooth transaction. Super quick shipment, too! Thank you!

Date of experience: September 5, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

You are very welcome! Hope to work with you more, Valerie. - BooksRun Team

Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very satisfied!
September 5, 2023

Book sent quickly and was a great price! Will look here again.

Date of experience: September 5, 2023
BooksRun S. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the feedback! Hope to see you again doing business with us! - BooksRun Team

Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Insurance & lack of communication
October 5, 2023

I deal with several book vendors and Book Run is the only one that charges insurance. What is the insurance for? Also I mixed up my order back in July or August and had to call twice because there was no communication between Books Run about the order missing books or being incorrect.

Date of experience: September 5, 2023
Arthur B. — BooksRun Rep
over a year old

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Our customer support team will investigate the matter and get back to you with the resolution. - BooksRun Team