How To Sell Books On Ebay Or Amazon

eBay:

1. Create an eBay Account: If you don’t already have one, sign up for an eBay account.
2. List Your Books: Click the “Sell” link at the top of the eBay home page. Follow the instructions to list your books, providing details such as title, author, status and any other relevant information. Add clear photos of the book if possible.
3. Set Your Price: Decide what price you want to sell your books for. Consider factors such as the book’s condition, rarity, and market demand.
4. Shipping Options: Specify your shipping options and costs. You can offer different shipping methods such as standard, expedited or priority shipping.
5. Payment Methods: Choose how buyers want to pay you. eBay offers several payment methods including PayPal, credit/debit card and more.
6. Monitor Your Listings: Monitor your listings for any questions from potential buyers. Respond promptly to inquiries to provide excellent customer service.
7. Complete the Sale: Once your book is sold, package it securely and ship it to the buyer immediately. Update the listing status to inform the buyer that the item has been shipped.

Amazon:

1. Sign up as a seller: Create a seller account on Amazon if you don’t already have one. You can choose between a personal or business selling plan.
2. List Your Books: Use the “Add Product” feature on your Seller Dashboard to list your books. Enter the book’s ISBN or title to find the appropriate product listing. Enter details about the book’s condition and set your price.
3. Set Your Price: Determine your selling price by considering factors such as the book’s condition, Amazon’s fees, and current market value.
4. Fulfillment Options: Decide whether you want to fulfill the order yourself (merchant fulfillment) or use Amazon’s fulfillment service (Fulfillment by Amazon – FBA).
5. Shipping Options: If you choose Merchant Fulfilled, specify your shipping options and costs. If you choose FBA, send your books to Amazon’s fulfillment centers and they will handle the shipping.
6. Payment Methods: Amazon deposits your earnings into your bank account every two weeks.
7. Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by promptly responding to buyer inquiries and resolving any issues that may arise.
8. Complete the Sale: Once your book is sold, package it securely and ship it (if completed by the merchant). If you use FBA, Amazon handles the shipping. Update order status to keep buyer informed.