Book Smarts

Take Advantage of Others

Thu, 21 Sep 2006 12:59:17 -0400

A customer, Greg, called me yesterday to say “thanks” for the wonderful book he received. He said it was “like new” and the price was amazing. Turns out he also had a question, and he thought I might

Used -- Very Good: Know What It Means

Tue, 19 Sep 2006 18:34:28 -0400

Buying a used book online is a bit of a trick. You would like to survey the condition with your eyes, hands, and nose, but all you can do is read, and trust, the seller’s description. Tips Acquaint y

Shipping Expectations

Sat, 16 Sep 2006 09:12:29 -0400

Amazon’s Marketplace, where independent sellers offer books and media, is a great place to find a bargain on used items. It is helpful to know a thing or two about how shipping works for Marketplace i

How to Choose a Book Seller

Thu, 14 Sep 2006 09:47:14 -0400

When choosing a used book or other media to buy online, you probably scrutinize the condition and price of the various offerings. The reputation of the seller is important too. With so many options, h