Inventing from home: Beginning the process.
Inventor's Club Corner: Beginning The Process
Some would say that the mind of an inventor never rests. The creative process never ceases and inspiration can come at any time. So what should you do if a million dollar idea strikes you now? The online resources of the Brentwood Public Library are at your disposal. The following is a list of ebooks available for free through Hoopla and Livebrary to help aspiring inventors begin the process of creating, developing and protecting their new creation.
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Invent It, Sell It, Bank It! : Make Your Million-Dollar Idea into A Reality
by Lori Greiner
Readers may already be
familiar with author Lori Grainer from TV’s Shark Tank. Lori’s book is
part biography, part instructional guide to taking your product from
concept to market. Lori recounts her own successes and failures throughout
the book, and gives a step by step description of the strategies that
helped on her way. The Path to success will never be the same for any two
people, but there can be much to learn from hearing the story of one of
America’s most recognizable entrepreneurs.
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The Total Inventor's Manual
by Michael E. Gerber
"An instant classic, this revised and updated edition of the phenomenal bestseller dispels the myths about starting your own business. Small business consultant and author Michael E. Gerber, with sharp insight gained from years of experience, points out how common assumptions, expectations, and even technical expertise can get in the way of running a successful business."
The Patent Guide
by Carl W. Battle, Andrea D. Small
"Coming up with a million-dollar idea is only the first step in what might seem like a long and difficult process. In The Patent Guide, Second Edition, experienced patent attorneys Carl W. Battle and Andrea D. Small deliver basic and comprehensive advice that is easy to understand and will allow you to protect, promote, and profit from your ideas."
Great Invention! Now What?
by Charles B. McGough
"Great Invention! Now What? gets your best new idea to the marketplace fast. This quick-read will ask you the key questions every inventor needs to answer. You'll get steps to evaluate the marketability, easy tips on patents and trademarks, lessons on how to license your product, invention or ideas at any stage. Author Dr. Charles B McGough is a veteran chemical engineer and inventor of products selling at major retailers including Sam's Club and Lowe's. He has six issued patents, one trademark and seven provisional patent applications. His products currently available at retailers sell in millions of units.."
Patents, Registered Designs, Trade Marks and Copyright For Dummies
by John Grant, Charlie Ashworth
"Do you have a great idea for the next big thing, an eye-catching new corporate logo, or an exciting new business concept? Understand how to safeguard your ideas and creations with this expert guide to the fundamentals of intellectual property. Walking you step-by-step through the processes involved in protecting your great ideas, this book offers all the advice you need to ensure that you're the only one cashing in on your creativity and hard work."
The Pocket Legal Companion To Patents
by Carl Battle
"Many great ideas fail because the inventors do not take the appropriate steps to protect, promote, and profit from their ideas. This friendly guide will walk you through everything that needs to be done before you can expect to realize financial gain from your invention. Experienced patent attorney Carl W. Battle provides methods for commercializing your invention, sources of information and assistance, and helpful guidelines for obtaining a US patent on your idea. "
American Trademark Designs
by Barbara Baer Capitman
"Arranged by category, these 732 American trademarks and symbols represent a variety of fields, including entertainment, education, real estate, insurance, food and beverages, retail, transportation, utilities, and heavy industry. The black-and-white images feature captions that identify the trademark, the year of design, and - when known - the designer's name."
The Inventor's Bible
by Ronald Louis Docie, Sr.
"The Inventor's Bible is an in-depth how-to manual for both beginners and skilled entrepreneurs alike that helps you develop a realistic, workable plan, research your market, target potential business partners, and strike a good deal for your inventions."
Intellectual Property Law
by Victor D. Lopez
"This book is intended as both a primer on intellectual property law and as a general reference for authors, artists, musicians, librarians, entrepreneurs and others interested in learning about intellectual property law and the processes for obtaining copyrights, trademarks and patents in the U.S. and through international agreements."
Guide to Intellectual Property
by Stephen Johnson
"This comprehensive guide to intellectual property will help companies, investors, and creative thinkers understand the scope and nature of IP issues, pose the right questions to their advisers and maximize the value from this crucial intangible asset."
USPTO Patent Search
https://www.uspto.gov/patents-application-process/search-patents
Researching past patents is a great way to seek out inspiration for new
ideas, or to see if your invention had already been created. The United
States Patent and Trademark Office maintains a fully searchable database
which is free for all to access.
**I strongly recommend reviewing the instructional videos included on
this page:
https://www.uspto.gov/video/cbt/ptrcsearching/