FAQs: Bowker Print Directories

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Ordering Information

Bowker's online purchase order system allows you to create an order summary that can be automatically sent to Bowker for processing. At present, this online ordering system does not accept credit card data. Rather, a sales representative will contact you promptly by telephone soon after the receipt of your online order to confirm your purchase and collect billing information.

You may also use this system for "off-line" ordering by simply adding products to your order, then printing the order summary and faxing it along with your shipping and billing information. To find out more about "off-line" ordering, please click one of the following links:


Order Questions
Our trained representatives can answer your questions about specific products or services, and they’ll respond to any ordering or billing inquiry with courteous, efficient service. Should you have a question or problem, please contact us Monday through Friday between 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. (Eastern Time) at 1-888-BOWKER2 (1-888-269-5372).

Where to Send Your Order
If you are in North or South America, write to:

Fast Order Processing
Orders are sent from the warehouse within 10-15 business days of receipt. Standing orders and back orders are shipped directly from the bindery upon publication. At your request, special shipping can be arranged -- UPS, First Class, 2nd Day Air, or the service of your choice -- and the only additional cost to you is the fee of the service you select.

Credit Card Ordering
We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

- Books must be returned within 30 days of receipt.

- Books must be in unmarked and saleable condition. A copy of the invoice or the invoice number should be included with each returned item to assure proper customer credit.

- Wholesalers and resellers may write or call us at 1-888-BOWKER2 (1-888-269-5372), option 4, #3

- If you do need to return a book, please call us at 1-888-BOWKER2 (1-888-269-5372), option 4, #3

Shipping and Handling
For orders by libraries and individuals, shipping and handling will be added to each order at 8% net invoice amount ($4.75 minimum), excluding tax.