WriteReader looks like a fun and easy way for students to digitally publish their books. The site is free to use, there are only costs if you would like a print or download a book.
If you would like access to ebooks you can use in your classroom, then checkout the WriteReader library. There are hundreds of books, written by students, available for reading online.
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