How to sell math/physics textbooks in Europe?

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The discussion focuses on selling undergraduate physics and mathematics textbooks in Belgium, where traditional platforms like Facebook Marketplace and eBay have proven ineffective due to a lack of demand from local universities. The user seeks recommendations for alternative selling methods specifically targeting buyers in Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Germany. Suggestions include utilizing Amazon's second-hand book marketplace, which is perceived as a more effective platform for reaching the right audience.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of online marketplaces, specifically Amazon's second-hand book section
  • Familiarity with local educational institutions in Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Germany
  • Knowledge of pricing strategies for used textbooks
  • Basic skills in online marketing to attract potential buyers
NEXT STEPS
  • Research how to effectively list and price textbooks on Amazon's second-hand marketplace
  • Explore local online classifieds specific to Belgium and neighboring countries
  • Investigate social media groups focused on buying and selling educational materials in Europe
  • Learn about shipping options and costs for selling books internationally within Europe
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This discussion is beneficial for individuals looking to sell academic textbooks, particularly those with a focus on physics and mathematics, as well as sellers targeting the European market, including students and educators in Belgium and surrounding countries.

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Hello everyone,

I don't know if that's the correct place to ask this (didn't want to pollute the science and math textbooks recommendations), sorry if it is not.

I have undergraduate physics and mathematics textbooks that I am trying to sell. I live in Belgium and I bought textbooks recommended on physicsforums (mainly recommended textbooks in the US it seems).

I tried Facebook Marketplace and ebay without success because these books are not used by the belgian universities.

The books are in perfect conditions and I am willing to let them go for a good price. I have no use of them and they just take dust in my library.

Would you have some recommendations on how to find buyers in Europe (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany preferred)?

Thanks.
 
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I usually look on amazon. They also sell second-hand books, so there must be sellers. It is certainly better than ebay or FB with their wide unspecific range of customers.
 
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fresh_42 said:
I usually look on amazon. They also sell second-hand books, so there must be sellers. It is certainly better than ebay or FB with their wide unspecific range of customers.
Thanks, I'll try that. :)
 

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