Book Selling and Buying 2008
St. Francis has again teamed up with MBS Direct for your on-line bookstore needs. MBS Direct is a subsidiary of Barnes and Noble and has a 150-member customer service team to assist you with your textbook purchases.
The on-line bookstore opens on May 15 for the 2008-09 school year.
To purchase reading materials log on to http://direct.mbsbooks.com/stfrancishs.htm
Selling Used Books
St. Francis students are encouraged to sell their used textbooks to other students. The St. Francis online bookstore, MBS Direct, also buys used books. (Books must be in acceptable condition - see the MBS website for guidelines.)
Used Book “EZ Drop” Days at St. Francis
Students may ship their used books to MBS by using the process described below or by taking advantage of the EZ Drop days at St. Francis (SF will ship the books for you):
See the instructions below; print out the MBS “quote” for all the books dropped off and bring it with you!
To sell books to MBS Direct:
- Log on to http://direct.mbsbooks.com/stfrancishs.htm
- Click on box “Sell Your Books”
- Enter the ISBN for each book you would like to sell, then click “price my book” and “sell now.”
- When your list is complete, click “sell now,” which takes you to a screen to set up your MBS Direct account. New users should note their login name and password for future use!
- Click on “Print Packing List.” Print the “Buyback Packing List.” (You will receive an e-mail containing your “quote,” the link to download your prepaid shipping label, and other information. Shipping your books: You may either follow directions and ship the books yourself, or drop off the books at St. Francis during one of the used book “EZ Drop” days. Students will put their books and quotes in bags which will be boxed by SFHS for shipping. MBSDirect will mail checks directly to students in 2-3 weeks.
Buying Books from MBS Direct
Books for summer school, summer reading, and the fall semester will all be available on May 15, 2008.
- Log on to http://direct.mbsbooks.com/stfrancishs.htm
- Click on box “Buy Course Materials.”
- Follow directions to locate materials for each course on your class schedule.
- When you are ready to check out, follow directions to set up your MBS Direct account (or return to your account if you’ve already set one up to sell used books.)
- Book orders will be shipped within 24 hours of receipt, excluding weekends.
Students may purchase books from other sources, including other students, if the book is still in use and available. Make sure that the books are the editions listed at www.mbsdirect.net. Click the link at the top of this page for a discontinued book list and suggestions for other online vendors.
The number for MBS Customer Service is 800-325-3252. If you have book buying questions for someone at SFHS, you may call Michael Gallo at 916-737-5042.
Frequently Asked Questions
| When will the bookstore be open? |
| The on-line bookstore will open May 15, 2008, to accommodate students’ need to purchase summer reading, summer school and 08-09 fall, textbook and workbook materials. |
| Where do I go to purchase my books? |
| Go to http://direct.mbsbooks.com/stfrancishs.htm. |
| Do I have to purchase my books from MBS Direct? |
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The advantage of purchasing your books from MBS Direct is they have the school booklist and all books are guaranteed to be in stock. But you may purchase your books from other sources as well, including other classmates. Always make sure that the book you are buying is on the booklist for next year. If purchasing books from another source please make sure that the books have the same ISBN.
You may also purchase used and new books from other on-line sources. Remember to make sure the ISBNs match those on the school’s book list. Other online sources include:
www.ecampus.com, www.classbook.com, www.amazon.com, www.textbooks.com
Another option is to use the website www.isbn.nu, which offers a way to compare the prices of many books at 14 on-line bookstores.
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| What is the return policy at MBS Direct? |
| You may return books up to 45 days after original class start date or within two weeks of date received, whichever is later, for a full refund. |
| What if I don’t have a computer with internet access? |
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You can order by:
- Calling 800-325-3252 to place your order with an MBS customer service representative.
- Faxing the completed student order form to 800-499-0143 MBS Direct. Order forms are available in school’s main office.
Mailing your completed student order form with your check, money order or credit card information. |
| If I have additional questions, whom do I call at St. Francis High School? |
| You may call Michael Gallo at 916-737-5042. |
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