Publisher's Synopsis
Praise for Imagination First
"Drawing from literature, the latest science, and a wide array of real-world examples, Imagination First shines a much-needed lantern into the blackbox of the creative process. For anyone interested in succeeding in today´s imagination economy, this timely book offers an expansive and accessible toolbox."
Daniel H. Pink, author, A Whole New Mind and The Adventures of Johnny Bunko
"Imagination is an indispensable quality in a dancer or choreographer, but it cannot flourish without arduous, passionate practice. And it is a joy to see it taken beyond the world of arts, to an audience from all walks of life, demystified and accompanied not merely by vague advice on how to be imaginative, but by concrete, amazing practices. A book of delightful surprises and assured discovery just like good choreography."
Judith Jamison, artistic director, Alvin Ailey American Dancer Theater
"Imagination First offers a blueprint for tapping into the power of imagination, which is the core of innovation. Every student should be in a classroom where investigating, questioning, and discovering are inherently part of the curriculum. In today´s economy, these skills are essential for success and continued world leadership in the 21st century.
John I. Wilson, executive director, National Education Association
"This is a wonderful book about opening our minds, by two writers who understand well what is likely to close them. Each chapter demonstrates how to break the bonds of unseen assumptions, and is just long enough to deliver a mind-popping idea and just short enough to keep us from getting lost in our usual thoughts."
Rosamund Zander, co-author, The Art of Possibility
"Imagination First unlocks the secrets of the most important aspect of human consciousness and will be a valuable aid to anyone wishing to unfold their potential for creativity."
Deepak Chopra, author, Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul
