Shipping & Returns

We combine sales to save you shipping!

Shipping and handling is based on the shipping weight of your order.

Items are shipped no later than the next business day after payment is received, except where a personal check may be held for verification. Single paperbacks are mailed in padded mailers. Multiple paperbacks and hardcover books may be shipped in padded mailers or in well-padded boxes.

Items combined for shipping must be paid with a single electronic (PayPal, Google Checkout, or credit card) payment or a single check/money order to get the combined shipping rate.

US Only:
Standard shipping is via USPS Media Mail. Faster delivery is available at extra cost. Delivery confirmation is included on each order!

Standard shipping and handling for the first pound (generally 1-2 MM paperbacks) is $3.00.
Add $0.50 for each additional pound (generally 1-2 MM paperbacks) purchased.

Buy 25 or more books and get FREE SHIPPING !! (media mail only)

International Shipping:
Multiple books may be combined into a single order. Shipping will be by the least expensive USPS Priority International Mail service that accommodates the size of your order.

Generally 1-3 paperbacks or 1 small hardback in FLAT RATE ENVELOPE.

10 paperbacks or 6 medium hardbacks or 1-2 large hardbacks in FLAT RATE BOX.

Larger orders in LARGE FLAT RATE BOX or custom packaging.

Delivery time for Priority International methods is 1-2 weeks.

On larger orders (25 or more books), we will ship via M-bag. The charge will be actual shipping cost plus $5.00. Cost is based on weight of shipment, which includes the weight of the bag. There is an 11 pound minimum weight charged. Arrival time for this method is generally 2-3 weeks. Please contact us for a total before making payment.

Returns:
Returns must be pre-approved. If there is a problem with your items, please email chainman@chainmanbooks.com with a description before returning books. We will work with you to resolve any problems.