Shipping Information

Shipping is calculated in the shopping cart based on the following criteria:

Shipments within the US:

Standard shipping is based on the number of books ordered. Charges are $3.75 for the first book and $2.00 for each additional book. Shipment is made via Media Mail with delivery confirmation. Delivery time is based on the shipping address provided and is estimated by the U. S. Postal Service to be 2 to 9 days.

Expedited shipping is based on the number of books ordered. Charges are $5.75 for the first book and $4.00 for each additional book. Shipment is made via Priority Mail with delivery confirmation. Delivery time is based on the shipping address provided and is estimated by the U. S. Postal Service to be approximately 1 to 3 days.

Most books are shipped wrapped and boxed to ensure undamaged delivery; however, smaller books and magazines may be shipped well wrapped in an envelope with heavy cardboard.

All orders are shipped within 72 hours whenever possible. This has not been a problem thus far, however, as the website continues to grow, it may be that during especially busy times I am unable to stay within this estimate. I will assure you that orders are processed in the order that they are received and each order is given my complete attention. If I see that orders may be delayed past three business days after receipt, I will contact you and let you know.

International shipping:

Standard shipping is based on the weight of the order and the delivery address provided in the shopping cart. Shipment is made via First-Class International Mail. No delivery estimate is provided by the U. S. Postal Service.

Expedited shipping is based on the weight of the order and the delivery address provided in the shopping cart. Shipment is made via Priority Mail International. Delivery time is based on the shipping address provided in the shopping cart and is estimated by the U. S. Postal Service to be approximately 6 to 10 days not including any delays in customs.

(Although I am happy to provide estimated delivery times (which are obtained from the USPS), please be aware that I have no control over the amount of time it takes for a package to reach an international destination. The estimated delivery times provided do not include any of the time that your order may be held up in customs.)

Please note: International shipments are sent at the purchaser's own risk. Shipments going to other countries are not insured (unless specifically requested and paid for) and can only be tracked until they leave US customs. We cannot be responsible for lost merchandise; however, we have many international customers and have successfully shipped orders all over the world.

Customs labels: We are required to note the US dollar value of merchandise contained in your order. We strictly abide by this requirement.

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This web page was updated on 12/22/2009.

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