Part investigation into a psychological mystery, part argument about creativity and part tribute to the determination and courage of the human spirit, this fascinating biography of an idea, profiling major innovators throughout history, argues that failure is a gift and the start of infinite possibility.

Offers a guide to creativity composed of creative philosophies, stories, inspiration, and advice from the author's own life and the numerous creative mentors and collaborators that he has encountered throughout his career.

Examines how fourteen key habits of genius, from curiosity and creative maladjustment to rebelliousness and obsession, have been effectively demonstrated by history's most influential and change-promoting intellectuals.

explains the connection between boredom and being unplugged from the constant presence of social networks, drawing on interviews with scientists, famous artists and everyday thinkers to explain how the idle mind can ignite original, highly creative thinking.

Perfect for people who choose curiosity in the face of uncertainty, this thought-provoking and highly visual manual from Stanford University’s world-renowned school presents more than 80 innovative assignments that are at once lighthearted, surprising, tough and impactful.

Eighteen-year-old Laila Piedra is a biracial aspiring author whose creative writing teacher always told her she has a special talent, so when he suddenly dies and is replaced by Nadiya Nazarenko, a Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist who is sadistically critical and perpetually unimpressed, Laila grows obsessed with gaining the woman's approval and is led to believe she must choose between perfection and sanity, but rejecting her all-powerful mentor may...

A child who likes to draw and write stories imagines what would happen if there were no pencils, paper, or other tools for being creative.

This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard she tries, especially in comparison to all the clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery. Will a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of confidence be enough to help her learn that perfect scores and having all the answers aren't the only ingredients for intelligence?

"When a sleazy reality television show takes over Ethan's arts academy, he and his friends concoct an artsy plan to take it down"--