We would in effect have been a warehouse distribution center for amazon. Be sure to stop by the rare book room where autographed copies. Does anyone know how powells places value for exchanging. Items ordered from powells books, inc may be subject to tax in certain states, based on the state to which the order is shipped. Even if you dont like books, i would still recommend you check it out. For a long time, powells enormity was a measure of how much portlanders loved books. We have a huge selection of new and used books to choose from. Powells books chicago does buy used books from the general public as well as overstocks from other sources.
Customers can find event sales and seasonal promotions by checking the special offers section on their home page. Bezos wanted powells to be its sole supplier of used books. Online sales used book condition descriptions used books. It goes without saying, i highly recommend powells. The fabled powell s uses standard used condition, an almost meaningless term. As new means that the book is in the state that it should have been in when it left the. We can automatically issue funds into your paypal account. I was a hard worker and when i needed powells the most, they. Powells has a strict conditions guideline, so be sure to read it. Used books are priced at about 80% of the cost of the new book. Scouting sites will point you to dozens of different book buyers.
Take the books to the used book counter at your nearest powells books store, and if the store is interested, then youll get an offer for them. Why portlands famed powells books will outlive the kindle. Powells books is a bookstore in portland, oregon, united states. Browse our extensive inventory of used books for great deals on titles new and old. As new means that the book is in the state that it should have been in when it left the publisher. Powell s books is a chain of bookstores in portland, oregon, and its surrounding metropolitan area. The company claims to be the largest independent bookstore in the u. If you like books, powell s is a mustsee when in portland. If you like our bid, just send the books to us well cover the freight and receive credit to your powells. Local bookstore will be a good option if you have one in your area there are not many of them around these days half price books and 2nd and charles are both chains that buy used books from the public.
We recognize that ordering used books on the web, sight unseen, requires trust. If you like books, powells is a mustsee when in portland. Powells books is the only vendor on bookscouter who buys used books other. Beginners guide to constructing the universe by michael schneider and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. There are a zillion sites offering cheap books online, and if youre not sure where to start, youre in the right place. Learn about powells before you sell your books to them. Powells books chicago specializes in quality used, rare, and discounted books at our retail store in hyde park. If youve ever tried to sell us your old books, you know firsthand how tough our standards are. I was quoted a specific dollar amount online prior to shipment.
If you do not already have an account, dont worry, setting up an account is easy. Visit powells city of books on your trip to portland or. An independent bookseller in portland, oregon since 1971, powell s stocks more than 1. The set of terms below were proposed in 1949 by ab bookmans weekly. Powells made it easy i sold my books in one batch instead of piecemeal, and the free shipping was great. The dust jacket has library markings the book was at one time the property of a lending library. The asking price is up to you, but it really depends on the popularity of powells books gift cards. Youll just need to enter the isbn of each book that youre selling, and youll get a quote.
I always sell my used books on the powells city of books website because. See 3 photos from 25 visitors to powells books corporate office. Quality bookseller with free shipping that donates a book for every book sold. Why i have given up on powells books naked capitalism. Beginner math preschool learning book with number tracing and matching activities for 2, 3 and 4 year olds and kindergarten prep. Every day, powell s books and thousands of other voices read, write, and share important stories on medium. Used books team more on next months cooperative venture by which university book store, seattle, wash. For the most uptodate information, click on each store location below. Whether were buying in person or online, we only accept books that we consider to be in good condition. Powell s headquarters, dubbed powell s city of books, claims to be the largest independent new and used bookstore in the world. I have experienced nothing but dishonest sellers when it comes to book condition no matter where i order from i. If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, please contact us immediately.
The complete poetical works of james whitcomb riley by james. They were adopted by the bookselling community and are still in use today. Ryan larson reconciliation specialist powells books. How to use powells books for uncluttering unclutterer. Since 1970, our retail store in hyde park, near the university of chicago, has specialized in academic and scholarly books in the fields of. Powells has all the elements of a great, nay, awesome bookstore. This huge city of books prides itself in hosting not just a million books but a million of the best. The store is huge and takes up an entire city block. Enter the isbn of each book you wish to sell, and receive an offer immediately. Find thomas wolfe s civil war by wolfe, thomas at biblio.
An independent bookseller in portland, oregon since 1971, powells stocks more than 1. The set of terms below were proposed in 1949 by ab bookman s weekly. Mass market legendary independent bookstore online since 1994. Turn your books into cash or get even more value in store credit. Interacted with customers requesting further information about the condition of their items, as powells sells used books as well as new. Your powells books gift card will be listed in front of the thousands of buyers perusing our gift card exchange. We are very particular about the condition of the books we will buy. The fabled powells uses standard used condition, an almost meaningless term. If youre selling your books online and they do not meet our condition standards, we may change our bid or decide not to use the books at all.
Ensured accuracy of product being sent for customer. This tends to be a characteristic of the used superstores with zillions of books, scoop em up and crank em out. About half of the books on powells shelves are used, most in very good condition. Powell s books is a bookstore in portland, oregon, united states. Its the largest independent chain of bookstores in the world, and when you visit the aptly named flagship shop, powells city of books, youll need a map to find your way around the store provides one. Foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of their ad campaigns. Does anyone know how powells places value for exchanging books. Powells city of books in portland, or 97209 citysearch. Powells books books, find the lowest price on new, used books, textbooks.
Inca gold a dirk pitt adventure and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. That is the very basic formula for your run of the mill books. I think it must be called powell s city of books because it seems like it s the size of a small city. The dust jacket has library markings the book was at one time the property of a lending library but is in otherwise good condition. Powells books 800 878 7323 an independent bookseller in portland, oregon since 1971, powells stocks more than 1. The main store covers an entire city block between west burnside street, nw couch street, nw 10th and 11th avenues. Plus, selling books to powells supports this amazing independent bookseller, and helps the environment by putting used books back onto the store shelves instead of newly printed ones. How to use powells books coupons powells books is a large retailer of new and used books whose online store has a worldwide reach.
I have been very pleased with their shipping practices and condition of books i have received. The complete poetical works of james whitcomb riley by. Powell s city of books fills an entire city block, where it sells new and used books. It buys over 3,000 books every day to sells in its used and rare book sections.
Sell books frequently asked questions powells books. Online sales used book condition descriptions used. Customers can also find discounted featured selections. Our money back guarantee all our new, used, and outofprint books are in good reading condition guaranteed. It says it is the world s largest independent new and used bookstore in the world with more than one million 1,000,000 books on its shelves. Located in downtown portland, oregon and occupying an entire city block, the city stocks more than a million new and used books. This is the equivalent of mint condition in numismatics. Also, it may have tears, stains, large nicks, or be considerably worn. This complaint is in relation to the used book buyback program. All of our stores and used book buying counters are temporarily closed.
Support small business, the environment and literacy. Why powells books continues to be an important bookstore medium. Powells city of books fills an entire city block, where it sells new and used books. I once emailed them and asked about the condition of a specific book and they actually refused to tell me. Online shopping from a great selection at books store.
Interacted with customers requesting further information about the condition of their items, as powell s sells used books as well as new. Before examining the ways powells books has used innovation to. Amazon, ebay, thriftbooks, better world books, etc. Powells books the worlds largest independent bookstore. Powells books, of portland, oregon boasts that powells city of books is a book lovers paradise, the largest used and new bookstore in the world. I sold several books using the online system provided by powells. Virtual credit sometimes referred to as trade is credit that we place directly in your powells books account. Aug 31, 2015 assuming the books are not defaced or drawn on with crayons here are some ways to sell them assuming you are in the us. Every day, powells books and thousands of other voices read, write, and share important stories on medium. The condition was that we couldnt do it under our name, powell says. I ordered a book from powells and not only did it turn out that they didnt have the book, but this was after i spoke with them on the phone because they ordered the same book twice but they also waited to inform me of this, several days after it was suppose to be sent.
I made three large orders with them and most of the books were in worse condition than what i paid for. I think it must be called powells city of books because it seems like its the size of a small city. Sales tax is not separately calculated and collected in connection with items ordered from powells books, inc through the site unless explicitly indicated as such in the ordering process. To sell powells books gift cards quickly, set the price between 2% and 20% off the original amount. Weve looked all over and found 15 of the best online bookstores where you can find deals on new books, used books, textbooks, and more. Reliable customer service and nohassle return policy. Items shelved at our remote warehouses do not qualify for the discount. The company includes retail, online and wholesale divisions. We specialize in academic and scholarly books, but also carry general interest titles in literature, film, art, architecture, photography, chicago, and many other categories.
Cheaper than amazon books new and used books free shipping. Stop by one of our locations any day of the week to sell your books over the counter. Mar 08, 2008 powells made it easy i sold my books in one batch instead of piecemeal, and the free shipping was great. I sold several books using the online system provided by powell s. Powells books chicago is the chicago areas largest independent dealer in quality used, bargain, antiquarian, and out of print books. Powell s is an independent bookstore based in portland, oregon. Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers.
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