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Amazon Launches Textbook Rental Service

By TechTaffy Desk

[Techtaffy Newsdesk]

Amazon.com has launched Amazon Textbook Rental, a textbook rental service for college students. To rent a textbook, you search Amazon.com for the book, select “Rent Now,” choose shipping and payment options, and check out.

All textbook rentals are Fulfilled by Amazon and are eligible for Free Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25, and Prime Free Two-Day Shipping. At the end of the rental period, returns are free with a prepaid, printable label.

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