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Selling is never an easy decision.
Selling is never an easy decision.
We're here to help.
We're here to help.
We regularly buy collections of Folio Society books. If you have a collection of Folio Society books, please read the below guidance and get in touch with us for a quote.
Pictures
Pictures
Please arrange the books on a shelf or flat surface and take a picture of the spines with the titles clearly readable. If it is a large collection, take pictures of them in groups of about 20.
You can send the photos by email, WhatsApp, or social media. If there are too many images, you are very welcome to share them via a link (Google Drive, WeTransfer, etc.).
Once we have identified all the books, we will send a full quote, usually within 24 hours.
Collecting the books you are selling together on a shelf is a quick and convenient way to take photos for a quote.
Quotes
Quotes
While we try to uphold our quotes for as long as possible, please note that there may be instances where delays can require a new up-to-date quote.
We aim to accomodate the needs of our sellers wherever possible. If for whatever reason you expect to need extra time to make your decision, please let us know and our team will do their best to help.
Condition
Condition
We need to know the condition of the books you are selling in order to provide an accurate quote. How much condition affects a book's price varies from title-to-title, and we consider each book individually.
Please note that if we receive the books with major defects that were not previously highlighted, this can result in a reduction to the quote—or rarely, a return of the books.
Defects
Defects
Please identify and highlight any major defects to the books, especially to the slipcases, spines or page. By defects we mean:
Smell - Any musty smell caused by humidity or smell of smoke
Foxing - Yellow or brown spots caused by storage in a humid environment. This can manifest on the page edges or inside the slipcase
Inscriptions - Any written notes inside the pages of the book
Ex-Library Book Plates - Stickers or stamps or marks indicating the book as part of an old library collection
Sun Damage - Usually manifests as fading to the slipcase or book spines
Stains or Tears - Marks, tears, dents or scratches to the slipcase, book covers or the pages themselves
Additional information
Additional information
The more we know about your collection, the more accurate our quote will be to your final payment. A rough idea as to the general condition of your books should be enough, e.g. 'like new' or 'a bit worn'.
Getting your books to us
Getting your books to us
Sending your collection to us depends on your location, whether in the UK or the US.
Local
Local
If the books are not too far from one of our offices (Surbiton, UK or Cullman, Alabama) we might be able to arrange a time to come and pick up the books.
We have previously picked up collections across London, and as far out as Kent. However, this depends on the size of the collection and is done on a case-by-case basis—so please get in touch.
Alternatively, we can arrange a timeslot for you to deliver the books to us yourself, and to take a look around our collection at The Vault while you're here.
(Warning: you may end up with more books than you arrived with!)
Delivery by courier
Delivery by courier
Most of our customers are not local, with some being based internationally.
For customers not used to posting parcels with couriers, we can help guide you every step of the way. Common questions include:
Which courier do I use?
How should I package my books properly?
How many parcels do I need for my collection?
When reaching out for a quote, let us know of any concerns and we can offer advice when we get back to you.
FAQ
FAQ
- What types of books do you buy?
We specialise in pre-owned collectible and fine press books, including Folio Society editions, Easton Press, Suntup Editions, Franklin Library, and other high-quality publishers.
- Do you buy only books located in the UK?
No. Folio Vault expanded into the United States in October 2025, and we now purchase collections from both UK and US collectors. US-based sellers can ship their books directly to our US vault in Cullman, Alabama.
- Are you affiliated with any publisher?
Folio Vault is an independent reseller of pre-owned books and is not affiliated with The Folio Society Ltd, or any other publisher mentioned on this website.
- Do you arrange collection and shipping?
Yes. We can help organise courier collection and provide packing guidance to make the process straightforward.
- How do I get in touch with you?
You can find our contact details below or on our Contact page. Feel free to email us with a few photos or a list of your books, and we’ll normally reply within 24 hours.
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