Why did the buyback quote for my book decrease on the same day?

The price of your book may have changed due to market fluctuations. Here's what you need to know: book prices are dynamic.

Book quotes can vary for the following reasons:

• Market demand: Higher demand may increase the price; lower demand can reduce it.

• Inventory levels: If we receive a surplus of a title, the value may drop.

• Time of year: Prices often rise at the start of school terms and drop afterward.

• Real-time recalculation: Quotes are based on real-time data and may change from one day to the next — or even within hours.

Once your order is submitted, the quote is guaranteed and will not change — even if the market price fluctuates afterward.

Warning About Cart Prices:

• Adding a book to your cart does not lock the price;

• Cart prices are subject to change until you complete the order;

• A recalculation may happen if:

  • You wait too long before submitting;

  • You return later to complete the checkout.

Future opportunities may allow you to earn more:

• Track book trends using your BooksRun account;

• Sell at peak times, such as before semesters start;

• Join email alerts to be notified of pricing trends.

While we cannot honor an old quote, you can still take advantage of favorable pricing in future buyback orders.

To avoid missing out on the best prices, scan, review, and submit your buyback order right away.