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"Like many titles in the No Starch Press line of computer books, this guide is smart, focused, and does a terrific job of balancing a wealth of useful information with a clear and inviting tone."
—Start-up Garden, September 13, 2006 (Read more) |
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Author mentioned as inspiration for "The Ugliest Item I've Sold on eBay" contest
—Yard Salers and eBayers Newsletter, August 2006 (Read more) |
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"A nifty paperback that gets down to essentials and provides plenty of sound advice."
—Raleigh (N.C.) News & Observer, June 28, 2006 (Read more) |
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Michael Banks quoted in article about businesses that ship eBay items for you
—Cincinnati Enquirer, March 29, 2006 (Read more) |
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“His practical guide covers eBay from the point of view of both buyers
and sellers, with tips on finding the exact item you want and learning
what a fair price for it is… An appendix of ‘eBay-speak’ lists common
abbreviations and acronyms.”
—Book News, February 2006 (Read more) |
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"One area that Michael covers in full detail is a subject that other books hardly mention and that is how to get the most out of the eBay search function."
—The Auction Board (Read more) |
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"There are a great many books out there about mastering eBay, but this one stands out amongst the crowd."
—Alaskan Apple Users Group (AAUG), January 11, 2006 (Read more) |
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Interview with author Michael Banks
—Connected Photographer, January 2006 (Read more) |
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"All along the way, [Banks] illustrates the lessons with computer screen images so you’ll be familiar and comfortable with eBay when you wade into the fray."
—Auto Restorer, January 2006 (Read more) |
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"Another fine guide to selling and buying on eBay."
—Midwest Book Review, December 2005 (Read more) |
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Recommends book as part of piece on eBay selling tips; "Provides more insider tips than the Missing Manual."
—PC World, December 12, 2005 (Read more) |
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"A cut above many of the recent eBay books... an informative and riveting read."
—UK Auctionline, December 8, 2005 (Read more) |
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Reviewed along with The Missing Manual: "[The eBay Survival Guide] is by far the better book... numerous personal examples of how [author Banks] found rare items, priced unusual items or dealt with quirky buyers makes his book a far more personal guide... Banks' book also offers one of the clearest summaries of how to search for eBay merchandise I've run across."
—Spokesman-Review, December 19, 2005 (Read more) |
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Included in roundup of "fabulous" gift books: "Michael Banks is the ultimate guide to the subject... A must for all eBay users. It contains all the information people could possibly need."
—Bella Online, November 29, 2005 (Read more) |
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Reviewed in the subscription-only newsletter
—UK Auctionline, November 10, 2005 (Read more) |
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"It's always been my theory, proven again and again, that a quick first stop at the library for some consumer guidance or a look at product reviews can save you, the customer, lots of money and aggravation over the long haul.
—Dover (Me.) Community News, December 2, 2005 (Read more) |
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"One of the most complete books on using eBay that I've had the chance to review... Armed with this book, there's no reason why you shouldn't be successful with eBay... Good stuff."
—Duffbert’s Random Musings, November 12, 2005 (Read more) |
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Sample chapter posted for download
—TechRepublic, (Read more) |
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Blurb entitled "eBay Seller Warning Signs" based on tips from book
—Life Hacker, October 25, 2005 (Read more) |
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"A nonconformist, irreverent, and realistic handbook for both buyers and sellers."
—Book News UK, October 2005 (Read more) |
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"If you fancy putting your toes into the waters of eCommerce, this would be an excellent place to start."
—Mantex Newsletter, November 2005 (Read more) |
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Named as one of eight "must-have books"
—DigitalFilipino, September 25, 2005 (Read more) |
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Posted blurb with tips from book, "eBay Hacks: Choose a Good Listing Time"
—Life Hacker, October 18, 2005 (Read more) |
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"Those who are desperately searching for deeper information and don't like the hassle of the help boards (which can be just as aggravating as the selling/buying process) will do well here. The reasonable price ($20) only makes it more enticing."
—Blogcritics.org, October 13, 2005 (Read more) |
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"If you are already consider yourself an avid eBay user, this book offers not only a good review of what you may already know. But also good advice that you probably just didn’t think of."
—Blogcritics.org, October 11, 2005 (Read more) |
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"Banks provides all the information you need to buy and sell successfully on eBay, without getting burned by the experience."
—Blogcritics.org, October 9, 2005 (Read more) |
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