AbeBooks is a global online marketplace that connects independent sellers with buyers for used, new, rare, and out-of-print books, as well as fine art and collectibles. Launched in 1996, it acts as a bridge between sellers and customers, allowing independent booksellers to list their inventory directly for sale to a worldwide audience. Instead of fulfilling orders itself, AbeBooks provides the platform and handles secure transactions, while sellers are responsible for shipping directly to the buyer. It is a subsidiary of Amazon and has millions of listings from over 30,000 sellers.