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Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to Literary Treasures! Below you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions. If you need further assistance, please feel free to contact us.

Ordering & Payment

Q: How do I place an order?
A: Simply browse our collection, add items to your cart, and proceed to checkout. Once your payment is processed, you’ll receive an order confirmation by email.

Q: What payment methods do you accept?
A: We accept major credit and debit cards, PayPal, and other secure payment options available at checkout.

Q: Can I reserve a book?
A: At this time, we are unable to reserve items. Our books are often one-of-a-kind, so we recommend purchasing as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Shipping & Delivery

Q: Do you offer international shipping?
A: Yes! We ship worldwide. International shipping rates will be calculated at checkout based on the destination and package weight.

Q: How long will it take to receive my order?
A: Orders are typically dispatched within 2–3 business days. Delivery times will vary based on destination:

  • UK: 2–5 business days

  • Europe: 5–10 business days

  • International: 10–20 business days

Q: How are books packaged?
A: We take great care in packaging every book securely using appropriate protective materials to ensure it arrives in excellent condition.

Q: Do you offer combined shipping?
A: Yes, whenever possible we will combine shipping for multiple items and refund any excess shipping costs where applicable.

Where Do You Ship?

We currently ship to a selection of countries across Europe, North America, Asia, and Oceania. Our most popular destinations include:

  • United Kingdom

  • United States

  • Canada

  • Australia

  • Ireland (Mainland)

  • New Zealand

We also ship to the following countries:

  • Austria

  • Belgium

  • Denmark

  • Estonia

  • Finland

  • France (Mainland)

  • Germany

  • Italy

  • Japan

  • Latvia

  • Lithuania

  • Netherlands

  • Norway

  • Poland

  • Spain

  • Sweden

  • Switzerland

If your country is not listed, feel free to contact us at marie@literarytreasures.co.uk — we may still be able to accommodate your order.

Book Condition & Descriptions

Q: How are your books graded?
A: We use clear condition descriptions for each book, noting any significant flaws or wear. Photos accompany listings to show the book’s actual condition.

Q: Are your books authentic?
A: Yes. We specialise in genuine antiquarian and collectible books, and all items are described to the best of our professional knowledge.

Returns & Refunds

Q: What is your returns policy?
A: We want you to be happy with your purchase. If an item is not as described or arrives damaged, please contact us within 14 days of receipt to arrange a return or refund.
For change-of-mind returns (where applicable), items must be returned in their original condition and packaging at the buyer's expense.

Q: What should I do if my order arrives damaged?
A: Please contact us immediately with photos of the damaged item and packaging. We will work with you to resolve the issue promptly.

Special Requests & Inquiries

Q: Can you source specific books or collections?
A: We are always happy to discuss requests. Please contact us with details of what you're looking for, and we’ll do our best to assist.

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Contact Us

If your question isn't answered here, feel free to reach out via our Contact Page. We are always happy to help!

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© 2025 Literary Treasures · Operated by Marie Rungapadiachy, Sole Proprietor · 21 The Maltsters, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG24 4RU · UK

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