Shipping

Edition One is able to accommodate a local pickup by a courier. Please contact us or talk to your customer service representative to learn more about your options.If you have a UPS account, you may provide that information and we can bill your account directly for the shipping cost.

We will need to charge a separate fee for the labor and materials involved in packing your order.

We do not have a relationship with FedEx or DHL, but you may arrange shipping with these companies if you schedule the package pickup. We will provide the box weights and dimensions so that you can generate the shipping labels. We will charge a fee for the labor and materials related to packing your order.

We are happy to accommodate local pickup of your book order, if you don't need or want to have your books shipped to you.

This is a great option for customers who live in the area and want to save on shipping costs, or who need their books quickly.

Our offices are located in Richmond, California, in the San Francisco Bay Area. To arrange for local pick up, please discuss this with your customer service representative.

For large orders, Edition One offers pallet shipment via freight carrier. This is a safe and cost-effective way to ship books, especially for larger quantities.

Freight carriers use a variety of methods to transport palletized shipments, including trucks, trains, and ships.

The specific mode of transportation used will depend on the size and weight of the shipment, as well as the distance it needs to travel.
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Benefits of Pallet Shipment via Freight
There are several benefits to shipping large orders of books via freight, including:

• Cost-effectiveness: Freight shipping can be less expensive than other shipping options, especially for large orders.
• Safety: Palletized shipments are less likely to be damaged than individual packages shipped via other methods.
• Convenience: Freight carriers can deliver shipments to your address, you simply need an area where a truck can unload a pallet (driveway, curbside area, etc.)
  If your order is a good candidate for freight shipping, we will contact you with available options and pricing.

If your order is a good candidate for freight shipping, we will contact you with available options and pricing.

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We are happy to provide international shipping for customers outside of the US. However, this can be costly, depending on the weight of your books and the destination address.

Shipments within North America that can be delivered by truck are much more economical than overseas shipments that must be shipped by air. We typically use UPS or DHL for international shipments, but we will determine the best carrier on an order by order basis.

To learn more about about international shipping options and costs, please contact us.

Edition One Books offers a variety of shipping options to meet the needs of our customers. We securely pack your book order and typically ship via UPS Ground for orders within the US. This service generally takes 1-5 business days depending on your location. Expedited shipping can be arranged at additional cost, but be advised that books are heavy and rush shipping service can be very expensive. Local pickup is also available, and large orders can be shipped via freight on a pallet—a safe and economical option.

Edition One currently offers the following:

UPS Ground

UPS Ground is the most economical shipping option for orders within the US. It typically takes 1-5 business days for your order to arrive, depending on your location.

Expedited Shipping (UPS 3-Day Select, UPS 2nd Day Air, UPS Next Day Air)

Expedited shipping is available for customers who need their order quickly. However, it is important to note that expedited shipping can add a significant amount to the cost of your order.

Local Pickup

Edition One is pleased to offer free local pickup for book orders. This is a great option for customers who live in the area and want to save on shipping costs. Let us know that you wish to pick up your books at our Richmond, California office. When your order is complete, we'll contact you and let you know when you can stop by.

Freight Shipping

Freight shipping is a good option for large orders, as it is safe and economical. If your order is a good fit for freight shipping, we will reach out to confirm this method works for you.

We encourage you to choose the shipping option that best meets your needs and budget. If you have any questions about shipping, please contact us.

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