The Imagination Emporium
Creative Recipes for Innovation
by Duncan Wardle
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Pub Date Dec 10 2024 | Archive Date Dec 31 2024
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Description
This is not your typical business book!
We are all born creative and curious, but that sense of play and imagination gets squeezed out of us by the time most of us enter adulthood.
Think of The Imagination Emporium as a cherished recipe book, a well-worn companion that busy people, like you, can dip in and out of, filled with useful ingredients to empower you with innovative solutions for your business, be it big or small.
Why? Because Duncan Wardle believes that the skills we’re born with—Creativity, Empathy, Curiosity, and Imagination—will be some of the most sought-after skill sets of the next decade, as they will be the hardest to program into AI.
In a world where we learn a vast variety of subjects, one thing often goes untaught: “HOW to actually Innovate.”
This book is here to change that by showing you the way to innovate, generate creative ideas, and bring them to life. Let the journey begin!
Marketing Plan
A new adult nonfiction book about innovation in business by former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney, Duncan Wardle. The author's publicist is pursuing a full PR campaign in support of the book and its author.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781637553619 |
| PRICE | $29.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 224 |
Links
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Darya Y, Reviewer
The Imagination Emporium is a refreshing departure from the typical business book. It’s not just another dry manual packed with jargon and theories; instead, it brings creativity and innovation to life in a truly enjoyable way. Presented in the form of comics, this book transforms complex concepts into something fun and engaging. You don’t have to wade through lengthy chapters—just pick it up, dive into the colorful pages, and start exploring.
What I love most about this book is its accessibility. It feels less like a traditional business guide and more like a friendly companion that you can dip in and out of. Duncan Wardle’s approach emphasizes the creativity, curiosity, and empathy we’re all born with—traits that can be the secret to thriving in today’s ever-changing business world. It offers practical tools for generating innovative ideas and solutions, making it a valuable read for anyone looking to bring fresh thinking to their work.
Whether you're a business owner, manager, or simply someone looking to unlock your creative potential, The Imagination Emporium is a fun, inspiring read that will encourage you to innovate and think outside the box. It’s one of those books you’ll want to keep close by for ongoing inspiration!
Gloria C, Educator
A Playful, Practical Toolkit for Sparking Creativity
Duncan Wardle’s The Imagination Emporium is a treasure trove of creative strategies that can inspire anyone to think differently. As a teacher, I found this book packed with ideas to bring more creativity and innovation into the classroom—both for my students and myself.
Wardle’s "creative recipes" are simple, practical, and fun. Exercises like "What If?" brainstorming and reframing problems are easy to adapt for classroom use and can help students approach challenges with fresh perspectives. His emphasis on curiosity, collaboration, and breaking free from fear of failure aligns perfectly with what we try to foster in education.
The book is engaging, thanks to Wardle’s storytelling and his experience at Disney, but it’s definitely written more with business professionals in mind. Some examples and exercises need tweaking to fit a school setting, especially for younger students.
That said, The Imagination Emporium is a fantastic resource for any teacher looking to shake up their lessons or rethink how they approach problem-solving in the classroom. It’s not just about "being creative" but about building a mindset that celebrates curiosity and innovation. A great read for teachers, students, and anyone who wants to inject a little more imagination into their world!
