Eliminate title-by-title searching with free Want List Matching
When you have a list of titles, in-print or out-of-print, let our unique Want List Matching System save you time by finding the items and providing you with the information you need to place your order.
Use Want List Matching for the following helpful resources:
- Replacement titles—lost, damaged, or missing
- Books unavailable from other vendors—either out-of-stock, cancelled, or just never received
- Collection analysis reports or bibliographies—to support subject-area collection development
At no charge, we can match your list of titles, send you back the results, and even do the ordering for you. You're charged only for what you purchase, not for the matching service.
To get started on a project, complete your Want List Profile, try our sample template or develop your own, and send them to [email protected]. Or call us at 1-877-ALIBRIS (1-877-254-2747).
Increase your budget by selling withdrawn and unwanted gift or faculty books
If your library is looking for a solution for large-scale withdrawals, and unwanted gift or faculty books (over 3000 titles), consider selling your books through Seller Distribution Services. Your books will be listed on the Alibris website and over 20 other online retailers. Ship your books to our modern facility and the program offers up to 70% of the net selling price, which is a much higher pay-out than other programs. For more details, please contact us at Seller Distribution Services.
Schedule an online meeting to learn valuable ordering tips
Did you ever wonder what the difference was between Want Lists, Book Fetch and Wishlists? Would you like to know the best way to save time and money when using Alibris for Libraries? While Renee, Scott and I are slowly making our way around the U.S. (and the world), visiting as many libraries as we can, let us know if you would like an online demo of our site and services. We'll set up a mutually agreed-upon time, a GoToMeeting link and a toll-free conference number (for USA libraries) to share our Best Practices with you.
Alibris Tip: Select the best shipping method for each order
Alibris for Libraries offers a variety of shipping methods depending on where you're based, and if you prefer consolidated services, "direct-from-seller" shipments, or Rush services. We are in the process of changing the default shipping method to the lowest total price (rather than the current default of last shipping method selected) to avoid costly mistakes, but please remember to review each order and select the shipping method that works best for you.
Be sure to select the shipping option that's right for you
