Shipping and returns

Last updated: October 5, 2026

Shipping

Where we ship: addresses in the United States only.
Cost: $4.99 on orders under $50; free on orders of $50 or more.
When it ships: most orders leave our warehouse partner within 2–4 business days, then arrive in 3–7 business days.
Tracking: we email a tracking link as soon as your order ships.
Orders with several books may arrive in more than one package. You only pay shipping once.
Sales tax is calculated at checkout based on your shipping address.

21 days: you can return any book within 21 days of the date your order ships if it's unread and in the condition it arrived.
Holiday gifts: Orders shipped between November 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 15.
How: email [email protected] with your order number. We'll confirm the return, then you mail the book to: Vital Culture Books, 11900 N La Cañada Dr, Suite 68826, Tucson, AZ 85737.
Return shipping: you pay to send it back, unless we made a mistake.
Refunds go to your original payment method within 5 business days after the book reaches us and we've checked its condition. Original shipping isn't refunded unless the return is our fault.
Inspection: every return is inspected when it reaches us, and we decide whether it meets these conditions. If a book shows light wear, we may offer a partial refund instead of a full one. If it doesn't qualify, we'll email you and mail it back at your cost, or donate it if you'd rather.
Not returnable: Book Club boxes and gift memberships. Their terms are on the Book Club terms page.

Damaged or wrong book: email us within 14 days of delivery with a photo. We'll send a replacement or refund you, at no cost, and you don't need to send the book back.
Lost package: if tracking hasn't moved for 10 business days, or it shows delivered but you don't have it, email us and we'll replace or refund the order.

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