Shipping policy

Bancroft Press ships physical book orders placed through its online store.

1. Shipping Availability

At launch, Bancroft Press expects to offer shipping within the United States.

International shipping: [INSERT FINAL DECISION]

Available shipping destinations and methods will be displayed at checkout.

2. Shipping Charges

Shipping is charged separately from the price of the book and is displayed to the customer during checkout before the order is completed.

Shipping charges may vary depending on the customer's delivery address, shipping method, and order.

3. Shipping Methods

Available shipping methods will be displayed at checkout.

The anticipated domestic options include:

Standard USPS Media Mail
One faster shipping option

Final shipping methods and rates are subject to confirmation by Bancroft Press.

4. Order Processing

Orders are generally processed after successful payment and according to product availability.

Order processing time: [INSERT FINAL PROCESSING TIME]

Orders placed during weekends, holidays, preorder periods, or periods of unusually high demand may require additional processing time.

5. Preorders and Publication Date

A Series of Opinionated Animals has an anticipated on-sale date of October 7, 2026.

Final preorder and shipping timing will be communicated once confirmed by Bancroft Press.

6. Tracking

Where a shipping method provides tracking, tracking information will be provided through the applicable shipping notification.

7. Delayed or Missing Packages

If an order appears to be delayed or does not arrive within the expected delivery period, customers should contact Bancroft Press through the customer-service option provided on the website.

Please provide the order number so the shipment can be reviewed.

Final lost-package procedure: [INSERT FINAL POLICY]

8. Incorrect Shipping Information

Customers are responsible for providing an accurate and complete shipping address at checkout.

If an error is noticed, customers should contact Bancroft Press as soon as possible. Changes cannot be guaranteed after an order has entered fulfillment.

9. Damaged Shipments

If a book arrives damaged, customers should contact Bancroft Press through the customer-service option provided on the website.

The order number and photographs or other information showing the damage may be requested.

Please see the Refund & Return Policy for information about replacements and refunds.