Creating a fantastic new product doesn’t always require starting from scratch. Just observe the world of children’s media. Some well-loved new books and television programs have sprung out of the marriage of two perennially popular themes. In our house, two telling examples are Shark Vs. Train by Chris Barton and Dinosaur Train on PBS Kids. Trains hold a lot… Read more »
Creativity
Do you know when to follow the process and when to invent your own?
You arrive at work and find a lovely gift on your desk – a brand new box of Legos. Do you dump them out on your desk and start stacking? Or do you flip through the enclosed book to find a project you think you can tackle? Legos are a double-edged sword. They literally provide… Read more »
What did you create today?
Running helps me think. My kids see the world differently than I do. See things in a new way! My 4 yo says he sometimes sees a crack in the sky, sometimes a tree branch. twitter.com/OneSweetWriter… — SweetTooth (@OneSweetWriter) January 3, 2012 I don’t understand a lot of modern art but I appreciate the unique… Read more »
How do you find time to write?
It’s tough to find the time to write exactly when you’re inspired by an idea. This post, on my personal blog, captures a moment where I was both inspired and free to get my thoughts into a readable format. Enjoy. Villains and Heroes