Books-A-Million writes a new chapter

Books-A-Million Inc. is entering the self-publishing market, taking on the CreateSpace service from Amazon as well as numerous other self-publishing companies.

The retailer has introduced BAM! Publishing DIY, a website where authors can create, edit and publish their own book.



BAM! Publishing DIY provides tools for self-publishing a paperback book, including writing, design, printing and distribution. Authors can design their own cover, choose from six formatting templates, as well as choose trim size and cover stock. Authors can order as many books as they want, for personal use or for distribution. They can also have their print books or ebooks distributed worldwide through Amazon, iTunes and others.



The Espresso Book Machine is available at Books-A-Million’s Brookwood Village location in Birmingham, Alabama as well as its store in South Portland, Maine. At these locations, authors can print out and pick up their books in person. An Espresso Book Machine specialist will also be available at these locations if assistance is needed.