Converting picture books

Would I be able to easily convert existing self published picture books using iBooks to make app versions? I have a client that I illustrate and design for and have been trying to find a way to convert her books into apps to offer them electronically. This sounds like it might be a perfect solution... IF I can easily import full page artwork. I saw someone post about there not being a 'blank' template so thougt that might be an issue.

Hi wzoe,
You could convert directly to EPUB format from InDesign.
A quick overview of this process: http://robcubbon.com/create-epub-ebook-indesign/
A complete online course: http://www.lynda.com/InDesign-CS5-tutorials/to-EPUB-Kindle-and-iPad/75445-2.html
Remember that the iBooks that IBA produces will only "play" on an iPad. If your goal is multi-platform then EPUB or PDF is probably the preferred format.
PDF is inherrently fixed layout, but there's a new fixed layout option in EPUB that you should use given these are illustrated books where a fixed page layout is probably important.
Cheers,
Geoff

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Hi BodyWhys,
Please do below if you are using Adobe Reader:
1. Launch Reader
2. Select "Tool" at right pane
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