Coming soon: Mobile Web Design, the book
~ 17 October 2006 ~
From the teaser site:
Much has been written about mobile devices. Much has been written about developing websites for the so-called “standards era” of the web. However, little has been written about the two colliding. This book aims to fill that void.
I must say I’m quite excited to announce this, as it’s the culmination of many hours spent figuring out how you and I — XHTML/CSS designers and developers — might understand, embrace, and ultimately develop content for the mobile web (a WAP 2.0 web, that is).
Also, in the latest issue of .net magazine, which hits shelves today in the UK, you’ll find a Q&A in which Christian Hall and I go toe to toe discussing the ins and outs of the mobile web.
Watch this space for more details about the book.
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Very nice Cameron. Certainly one to add to my book collection when released. Ill try and get those mobile device checks done sooner so ya find it easier to check your work ;)
Finally! I have been looking for books related to this topic, but I didn’t want to buy from an un-trusted source. I look forward to reading your book.
Cameron,
This looks awesome! Way to go inspiring us all - again! I’m certain it’ll be equally as impressive as your other work. You know I’ll gladly be a reviewer. :o) It certainly looks promising thus far.
Cool! As someone who’s been learning lots about the mobile Web (sitting in the same office as Brian Fling) in the last few weeks I’m really excited to see this.
So are you publishing it yourself? Oh, and I’m also curious to know how much you’re going to touch on things like IA / Content / Context — things that seem to have very little in the way of current resources and seem vitally important to talk about.
Thanks for the positive feedback so far, everyone.
Keith - Shh! You’re going to make me add to the page count… (kidding, yes, there will be some discussion about that).
Sweet! Can’t wait to get a copy.
Will an e-book version be available? I live in India, and shipping a print version from the US is too expensive. If an e-book is available, I’ll definitely purchase it.
Yes.
Man, now I have no excuse to not dive into mobile design. Looking forward to the book.
I didn’t catch the other part of your answer to Keith about who the publisher is… Or did I miss an implied answer? ;)
Really nice, looking forward to it. And an e-book version too is a big plus. I just really hope that this isn’t the end of your book publishing career.
Congratulations, sir! Well done indeed. Well, except for the use of the word “addy”; for that I have to bludgeon you. Otherwise, kudos!
Ha! That was a last-minute addition, and apparently a bludgeon-worthy one.
Congrats Cameron!
The space is sorely lacking good reading material. Put me down for a few copies!
Very cool. I’m definitely looking forward to this one. Cameron, I’m not sure if you answered Keith’s question: Are you working with a publisher or putting this out yourself?
Congrats! Is this going to be your first solo published book?
Sounds great, consider it bought. ;)
sounds like an interesting book. Cameron, will your presentation from the recent workshop you did be available anytime soon on your site for us to enjoy?
Rob - Self-published.
Cameron,
I was at the Dallas Webmaster Jam and have had your blog on my feed reader since. The book sounds great. Seeing as I’m a Crackberry user learning Mobile Web Design is on my list of to-dos in the near future.
When can we expect to be graced with your wisdom?
i hope that is the actual cover design, it’s beautiful. book covers are usually so terrible.
elysa - No details available yet regarding a release date.
I’ve already made a space for it in my book shelf. Good luck with sales (not that I think you need it)!
Dude, congrats! You have been busy. Good luck man!
Cameron… Congrats… as a mobiel web developer building on variosu platforms, I’m defintely looking forward to seeing and reading the book. Will you be talking about custom conversion solutions or just the extent on which XHTML and CSS can be put to use on mobile devices? Will you focus on domestic (USA) allowances or stretch across ‘the pond’ and talk about the limits in the UK, Europe, and Asia, etc. as well?
Wow. I will be picking this up. Give us some banners or dog ears, or something to help you promote.
Thanks again!
PS: Are you going to be at SXSW this year?
:) thanks cameron. I m looking forward for this book. will there be an e-book version available? because book shipping to India would take more time.. and i m curious..
Wow, looks cool. Will add it to my list at Amazon!
Congratulations, can’t wait to pick up a copy. Just be sure to offer a “combo” with PDF and printed version. I’m wierd but I’d rather read a “real” book when it’s available, but keep them in PDF form on my laptop for trips or quick reference.
Excellent News!
I picked up .net yesterday read the interview straight away. While I was reading, I wondered where I’d be able to pick up a book on the subject and here is my solution! : D
Great interview by the way!
Sam
Congrats Cameron. I’d like to know when you’ll be doing signings here in London do I can get in line now.
I wondered how long it would be! Nice work, Sir.
If you are publishing it yourself, will there be a limited number of copies?
Sam
No.
Nice! I was waiting for you to write this book. I would have written it myself if I had more time. ;)
It was good talking to you about mobile web design at @Media earlier this year. I’ll make sure to get a copy of the book, it will be nice to have here in the Opera office.
Looking forward to the book. Apart from mobile web “design”, what are your thoughts on .Mobi domain names…?
Cameron Moll, your blog is alive! How do you do it?
Two parts baking soda, one part vinegar.
Just last week I read your article in the .NET mag, definitely making a space on the shelf for the book. Congrats.
Cameron, I am very excited about your new book. It seems like the mobile web is a new frontier which is a lot of web developers will soon be moving towards. It will nice to finally be able to have a definitive book on the issue.
With you self-publishing, will I be able to buy the book on Amazon.com or at Barnes & Noble?
Justin - I’ll be releasing more details about the book in the coming weeks.
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1 Dan Mall ~ 17 October 2006 at 09:57 AM
Awesome! I’m glad someone is tackling this topic.
Sweet looking teaser site, too! Shaun gives up DIN and you quickly steal it away :)