Bookshop.org Reviews 43,171

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers appreciate the opportunity to support local bookstores through this platform, viewing it as a valuable alternative to larger chains. Consumers highlight the amazing selection of books available, the competitive prices, and the surprisingly fast shipping. People also value the efficient and reliable service, with many praising the company's customer support for their promptness, warmth, and helpfulness in resolving issues. The ease of using the website, coupled with the knowledge that their purchases benefit independent booksellers, makes this company a preferred choice for many book lovers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Bookshop.org is the next best thing for indie authors to the independent bookstore. They also support independent local stores when someone orders from them. I have ordered from them many times, and t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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My books always arrive in great condition and shipping is SUPER fast—faster than Amazon or Barnes & Noble. I live in a rural area and I usually get my books within a week or less. I love that they hig... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paige, the representative who contaced me, was extremely helpful. And friendly! She truly cared about the issue I had, and worked with me till it was resolved. I've always believed that customer servi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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My book came so quickly! And it is more of a specialty title, not a bestseller by any means, so I was especially impressed. I appreciate what Bookshop.org is doing to support local businesses and in... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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So happy to find Bookshop.org. I'm usually an audiobook gal but wanted a few real hold in my hand books including one that wasn't available as an audiobook. Love supporting local bookstores!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love this site and everything it stands for. I've only ever had one problem come up. My package was reported delivered when it wasn't. Zach from customer service made everything right. He was kind... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love Bookshop.org for purchasing books and supporting my local bookstore. I've ordered multiple books for school and pleasure. This time, I ordered a book for a birthday gift. I think I overlooked t... See more

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I love how easy bookshop.org makes it for me to support my local bookstore. It made my heart warm to see Southland Books, my local spot, on the address label when I received my package, too. Options a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm very happy with my recent transactions and I would definitely use Bookshop.org again. One book I had ordered by mistake but the representative, Zach H., was extremely helpful in getting the probl... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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So easy to find the books I wanted, choose a local bookshop to process the order, and I actually received them within 24 hours, amazing, thank you. SOOOO good to be able to shop at real bookshops! ❤️

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It was excellent! The best surprise was that I got it several days early!!😊 I checked reviews online and compared your company with the others that carried this book. Cordially, Sarah J. Steph... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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The packaging was inadequate, with the cardboard container open on both ends. There was no packing tape to make sure the container was closed so the books would be protected from shipping and weather... See more

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Bookshop.org gives back. It supports local book stores. I love the selection and variety. I receive quick updates on my order shipments. The book arrived in excellent condition, with minimum packaging... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Firstly, ‘what this company is doing well?’ : is existing to aid ‘High Street’ bookshops and is not the rapacious ‘Amazon.’ Secondly, it is an incredibly fast and efficient service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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All as promised fast delivery ( even though it said second class) good price. Well packaged. Support your independent book shops

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I love buying my books through Bookshop.org. The service is good and reliable, and you know that your money goes to a worthwhile business. I always buy from one of my favourite independent bookstores... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Easy to buy at a good price, delivered on time with good delivery tracking/updates. Plus supported a local bookshop, where there is more value than just low cost.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just love that I can use something other than Amazon. The books arrived in great condition, presents for friends. One book has been held up- due to distribution issues, nothing to do with Bookshop.org... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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They always have the books I want, shipping time is pretty reasonable, and it does help to support local shops. We need more than one, nearly monopolistic, source for books.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I myself made a mistake by ordering a book to Europe. I did not read the part that said Bookshop was not yet able to do so. My bad. When I wrote them Zach responded immediately. No problem he said.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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It was super easy to shop on the website! It shipped super quickly and, best of all, my local bookstore benefited from my anxiety-induced, anti-social behaviors. So win/win for everyone. Will be buyin... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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One book arrived in excellent condition. The other is pretty battered (folded pages, small tear on the spine), and there is residue on the cover. I wouldn't have bought it if I'd known it would be li... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Ordered was shipped out quickly and then lost in the mail. I contacted the company and they quickly sent out a new shipment which arrived today 10/11/25. The customer service was exceptional. I will d... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There was a shipping issue with my order (my fault!), and customer service responded quickly by resending my book with no hassle. Truly appreciate, and will shop again!

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I always try to support during anti-Prime sales and Bookshop makes it so easy. I had a very smooth online shopping experience. Shipping was quick; it arrived sooner than expected. Would definitely rec... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The book binding was very damaged right out the delivery box. Bookshop.org customer support took care of it immediately. No issues with response. Happy to have been a customer. I will use them again... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
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When I ordered a book, I didn't hear about when I would receive it and after many weeks, I checked and saw it was on back order. No-one had informed me of this. I had assumed it was a normal deliver... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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As easy as using Amazon, cost competitive, and you can support independent booksellers. I'll start with them next time I need to purchase a book online.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Great option for purchasing books, much better than the alternative. Happy to support local bookshops even when I can’t get there in person.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love Bookshop.org. They have a great selection and I love helping local bookstores! I am also so appreciative of their customer support—real humans!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I latched on to the Gotham series after reading of it from the NYT but couldn’t get it from my local library! Bookshop to the rescue. Came within 4 days and in great packaging and condition. Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bookshop is always wonderful! Rarely has problems, and when they do they are quick to respond, helpful, and friendly! I do all my pre-orders for the year with them, and they are always great! Love the... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Stocked every book I was looking for. Good value. Prompt delivery. Efficient tracking. Good packaging.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Purchased a book for a friend who lives in another state. I was so happy that bookshop.org updated me on shipping and delivery. He loved the book.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The best! Besides having an amazing selection of books, I love being able to support my local bookstore vs. buying from one of the giant chains. Prices are good and shipping is shockingly fast. I love... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service - I ordered two books, but one of them ended up delayed which would have been too late as they were gifts. Zach H processed the refund with no trouble at all. Will be ordering f... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I often order often from a local small bookstore through Bookshop and my orders generally are shipped within a day of the order and I get it within the week. However, my most recent order was damag... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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This book took two years to arrive ... because I ordered it while the author was still writing it :-) I was delighted to get the notification email telling me it was due to arrive, and it turned up w... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Always a really quick and efficient service and great to know that you're haelping to support bookshops even when you can't get to one in person.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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That thing about this is it’s not Amazon and we actually get to purchase books and help the independent book sellers and writers.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I ordered a newly published hardcover. It arrived at my doorstep in pristine condition on the day after release. Independent bookstores are magical places. Support them. Browse. Buy. eBooks have t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I love going to independent bookstores, but I am 80 years old so it is very difficult to go on my own. I refuse to support Amazon and the very vulgar Jeff Bezos. Bookshop gives me the opportunity to... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Amazing source for books that lets you support bookshops in poorer parts of the country that might not get as much footfall, while having access to a wide range of titles. I've avoided Amazon for year... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Speed of response to the order - and that you support local bookshops. (We only have a Waterstones here - since WH Smith went - who are only interested in Fiction. I buy Transport books plus those l... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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My book order was perfect. Received my book in a very timely manner and in prestige condition-the recycling packaging that is used keeps the book in excellent condition-no bent or crushed corners, eve... See more

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After our last Bookshop.org order, the USPS sent us a letter stating they had a package for us, but it was empty. We contacted customer service and they sent us another set of the books we ordered wit... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I love being able to support my favorite local independent bookstores when buying books online! While the books may take a few days to arrive, it is totally worth it. It is one of those little things... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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I just ordered a book from bookshop, specifically CLASS bookstore and it arrived within the week—which is basically unheard of these days unless you're summoning it with magic. The selection is thoug... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service is super prompt, warm, and helpful! Really felt like they wanted to resolve my problems. Love their mission and what they bring to the community.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The purchase and delivery went seamlessly. It is nice to know some portion of my payment will support libraries.

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Bookshop.org is an online bookshop with a mission to financially support local, independent bookshops. We believe that bookshops are essential to a healthy culture. They are where authors can connect with readers, where we discover new writers, where children get hooked on the thrill of reading that can last a lifetime. They are also anchors for our communities -- owned, staffed, run and full of real people who have a genuine love of books and reading. As more and more people buy their books online, we wanted to create an easy, convenient way for you to get your books and support independent bookshops at the same time. If you want to support a specific bookshop, select them from our map and they’ll receive 30% of the cover price (or almost all of the profit) on your orders for a year. Otherwise, 10% of the cover price of your order will contribute to an earnings pool that will be evenly distributed among participating independent bookshops each month. By design, we give away the vast majority of our profit to bookshops, publications, authors and the many others who make up the thriving, inspirational culture around books and reading.


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Add to basket without hesitation

Time poor, money conscious ? you’ve hit the right site, Bookshop are a community led business supporting local shops and writers and they deliver great service!

Add to basket without hesitation.

October 11, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The book I wanted in the new condition I desired

I found the book I wanted on your site. I ordered it and it came, seemingly almost immediately . . . not in weeks as happens with most of the others. It wasn't damaged, as often happens even in a store, or second rate, and I am thrilled by the book. What more could I ask?

October 6, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The best choice for book lovers!

The turnaround time from ordering to delivery is terrific! I am so happy to be able to support independent booksellers, and to find books that simply aren't available through the "Big bookstore" chains. I also enjoy depriving oligarchs of my money.

October 13, 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Live studio Luck and strange

Good evening, I would like to leave you a review following a pre-order I made about David Gilmour's signed live studio book. Unfortunately my order was canceled due to too many orders and what a disappointment when my order had been validated. I don't understand how this was handled knowing that people bought by the dozen and sold them on eBay at exorbitant prices.

October 18, 2025
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