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Terms of Trade

All books are offered subject to prior sale.
While every effort is made to maintain accurate inventory records, occasional errors may occur. If an item is unavailable after an order has been placed, a full refund will be issued.
Descriptions
All books are described in good faith and to the best of our knowledge.
Condition descriptions, bibliographical details, and other information are provided to assist prospective purchasers and are not intended to constitute an exhaustive account of every aspect of an item.
Customers are encouraged to request additional information, photographs, or condition reports prior to purchase if required.
Photographs
Where photographs are provided, they form part of the description of the item.
Colours and appearance may vary slightly depending on individual screens and devices.
Pricing
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Payment
Payment is due at the time of purchase.
Orders will not be dispatched until payment has been received and cleared.
Ownership of all goods remains with Carmela's Books until payment has been received in full.

Shipping

Customers are responsible for providing accurate delivery information at the time of purchase.
All books are carefully packed to ensure they arrive safely and in the condition described.
Particular care is taken with rare, antiquarian, and higher-value books, which may receive additional protective packaging where appropriate.
Shipping Destinations
Carmela's Books ships within Australia and internationally.
Dispatch Times
Orders are generally dispatched within 2–5 business days of payment being received.
Where there may be a delay in dispatch, we will contact you as soon as possible.
Delivery Times
Delivery times vary depending on destination and shipping method. Any delivery estimates provided are indicative only and cannot be guaranteed.
Customs and Import Duties
International customers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, import charges, or other fees imposed by the destination country.
Risk and Delivery
Risk of loss or damage passes to the purchaser upon delivery to the shipping address provided at the time of purchase.
If an item arrives damaged, please contact us promptly and retain all packaging materials where possible.

Returns
We want our customers to purchase with confidence and stand behind our descriptions and condition reports.
Books Not as Described
If a book has been materially misdescribed, you may return it within 14 days of receipt for a full refund.
Please contact us before returning any item.
Change of Mind
Requests for returns due to a change of mind will be considered on a case-by-case basis and are at the sole discretion of Carmela's Books.
Any approved return must be received in the same condition in which it was supplied.
Return Shipping Costs
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the purchaser unless:
•The item has been materially misdescribed;
•The incorrect item was supplied; or
•The item was damaged prior to dispatch and the damage was not disclosed.
Refunds
Refunds will be processed once the returned item has been received and inspected.
Questions
If you have any questions regarding shipping, delivery, or returns, please contact us before placing your order. We are always happy to provide additional information, photographs, or condition reports to help customers make informed purchasing decisions.

Selling Books

We are always interested in buying books of the type listed in the seller's description: Australian studies, history, philosophy, photography, literature, rare and antiquarian books, signed books and first editions. Please see contact details below to discuss books you are interested in selling.

Contact Us
If you have any questions, please send an email to matteo@carmelasbooks.org or call/text 0468 377 312.

Australian Business Number (ABN): 60176838204
Registered address:
12 Coleridge St
Leichhardt NSW 2040
AUSTRALIA

Postage, both locally and internationally, is charged at cost (based on estimates).

Extra shipping charges may be applied for particulary heavy books, which will usually be included in the book's description.

Insurance is not included but can be purchased upon request.