Web 2.0 Tools

I toured LuLu, a free self publishing tool that allows you to print, download and publish all types of media including books, calendars, brochures, ebooks & CDs/DVDs & videos. You can register as a Creator (to publish & sell) or as a Buyer (to shop or look). The tutorial was very thorough and easy to follow. I can imagine a wide range of uses for this tool by libraries, schools, organizations, businesses or just for fun! You choose everything from the size, binding, colors, cover art and price. You can also add your picture to the book jacket or cover giving it a very professional look. LuLu gives you options in content rating so you can choose the correct audience for your product and when you are finished it will calculate your royalty. LuLu keeps 20% of the profit leaving the remaining 80% for you. Aside from the tutorial there is a link to the LuLu Blog, Community Forum and Workshops so there appears to be lots of assistance for beginners.