Research printers. There are many offset (the traditional method of printing many books at once) printers out there, some of them better than others. For example, Bookmasters and Sentinel Printing are both quality printers. You must know the trim size of the book you want (measurements across width and height of the front cover of your book), as well as the number of pages and photos, and if you want your photos in full color, black and white or a mixture of the two. Get quotes and turnaround time before deciding on a printer.
Buy an ISBN number and Bookland barcode. Bowker is the agency that sells ISBN numbers as well as Bookland barcodes (the barcode specific to books). Your ISBN is the unique sales-identifier for a book in the book world. Before going to a printer you'll need your ISBN number and Bookland barcode, because these things will be printed on your back book cover.
Prepare and submit files. Follow your printer's instructions for file preparation. Considering the complexity of a hardcover photo book, hire a book designer to lay out your interior and prepare your files. Submit them to your printer.
Check the proof copy sent by your publisher to ensure everything is as you want it to look. Check for typos in the text, as well as image quality on every page.
Find a place to store your books when they arrive. A climate-controlled storage facility is best to store and protect your books. Many people use their basements, but that leaves the books at risk of floods, fire and dampness.
Distribute and sell your books. Set up a shopping cart on your website and follow Amazon.com's directions for distributing your book through their system. If you have your own photography studio or shop, or have friends who own storefronts, take advantage of this sales venue as well.