Book Purchasing Terms & Conditions
1. Condition of Books & Offer Validity
All offers made for your books are strictly dependent on the items being received in good condition. For rare or collectable books, items must be in excellent condition and perfectly match the descriptions and photographs provided to us prior to the offer.
2. Accurate Representation & Undisclosed Flaws
We strive to evaluate and price all books fairly. However, any omissions regarding a book’s condition (e.g., hidden damage, missing pages, staining) that were not disclosed to us prior to our offer will result in a reassessment. In these instances:
- We reserve the right to reduce our initial offer or refuse the books entirely due to misrepresentation.
- If a new, reduced offer is made and you choose not to accept it, you (the seller) will be strictly liable for all return postage costs.
3. Postage, Shipping, & Liability
Liability during transit depends on who has arranged and paid for the shipping:
- Seller-Paid Postage: If you are arranging and paying for the postage, we take zero responsibility for any loss or damage incurred while the books are in the care of your chosen courier.
- Company-Paid Postage: In instances where we have agreed to cover the postage costs, we will accept responsibility for loss or damage only if the packaging requirements detailed below are strictly followed.
4. Packaging Requirements & Photographic Proof
To protect the books during transit and ensure our liability coverage applies (when we pay for postage), the following packaging standards are mandatory:
- Exterior: The box must be securely sealed with strong packing tape across all three dimensions (all seams and edges).
- Interior: Plentiful padding (e.g., bubble wrap, packing peanuts, crumpled paper) must be used inside the box to completely prevent the books from shifting or getting damaged in transit.
- Photographic Proof: You must take clear photographs of the packaging inside (showing the padding around the books) and outside (showing the fully taped box) before shipping.
Important: If you fail to provide photographic proof of adequate packaging, and the books arrive damaged due to poor packing, all responsibility falls to the seller. In such cases, we reserve the right to heavily reduce or completely withdraw our offer.
5. Agreement of Terms
By offering, sending, or selling books to us, you are explicitly acknowledging and agreeing to these terms, as well as all overall Terms and Conditions outlined on this website.