iBooks Author 2.5 Brings New Templates for Interactive Epub eBooks

Apple rolled out a new update this week for its ebook-making app for the Mac.

I am still waiting to hear back from users, but according to the changelog iBooks Author 2.5 adds an additional layer of security, a better workflow for publishers working with multiple authors, and new templates for making interactive Epubs.

That last detail is of especial interest to readers, so if you get a chance to test it please let us know what you think.

You can find the app in the Mac App Store.

What's New in Version 2.5

• New templates for creating interactive ePub books
• Support for publishing to iBooks using an Apple ID with two-factor authentication enabled
• Improved workflow when publishing books on behalf of multiple sellers
• Performance and stability improvements