The Inventor's Bible, Fourth Edition: How to Market and License Your Brilliant Ideas

The thing I like most about "The Inventor's Bible" is the fact that it flows. There is a background story that runs through the book as we follow the real-life history of ideas as they naturally evolve.Many books for inventors are oriented towards the novelty/toy markets. I have found my own experience of licensing manufacturers quite different (actually easier) than most of the toy inventors' books describe. Docie's first invention was one born out of near mishap and had true safety value. He considered his first patent weak due to an overcrowded field of competitors, which makes it an even better illustration of how to proceed with an invention. But he knew it was a good idea from the start, because it was conceived from a real-life situation. His battle was differentiating his design from the many similar products already on the market. I believe that this is the #1 issue with most new inventions - closing in on 7 million patents, it's a very crowded field. Nevertheless, for an inventor that's part of the game.My feeling is that if you have something that you KNOW has value, and you've done a thorough patent search and have a good understanding of the prior art, you should be able to justify the expense of a patent application. Then you can approach your potential manufacturers from a position of confidence. All this dancing around with non-disclosure agreements, trying to decide whether your idea is worth anything or not, seems to be putting the cart before the horse.It might take a little patient educating on your part, but if you have something useful, someone will eventually recognize the fact and be anxious to work with you. Select and research the companies you'd like to work with, then carefully court them. Be persistent without being a nuisance. Just remember it's a lot of work for a company to add a new product to their line. You have to appreciate how big a decision it is for them to work with you - but they will!Docie also runs a bona fide invention promotion company, as opposed to all the bogus invention submission companies out there. Remember they're like stockbrokers - they get paid regardless of results, which are usually negligible. Docie's background, interest and reputation ensure an honest and knowledgeable effort, and preclude any of the funny business that is inherent in the other outfits. The essential idea of an invention promotion company is quite valid, which unfortunately gives the bogus outfits their impetus.Good luck with your idea!

Great book. It's very informative, but it needs to be Updated.

I had the pleasure of speaking with the book's author prior to ordering this book so I knew the book would be packed with valuable information. It didn't disappoint. The book is absolutely fantastic! It's a step by step bookon how to successfully take an invention to market. Here is a list of some of the info included in this book:The climate for independent inventors, evaluating your invention (will it sell?), patents, commercialization, timing, market & industry research, qualifying and contacting potential licensees, negotiating, etc. It also includes a list of inventor resources and glossary terms used in the industry, a project checklist, workbook, and much more.

I really don't understand how this book doesn't have 5-star reviews. I mean really, I have lots of books from a whole lot of authors in the business of licensing and this book is by far my top 3 I mean it's really giving you all the nuts and bolts to the process and demystification of inventing... As I grow in the business I would be lucky and grateful to have a guy like Ronald Louis Docie Sr. mentor me... He has been licensing products before I was born! the read and text is so clean and concise, You can read all the tips and trips and feel like a master! I love this book so glad I purchased it!!! Thanks, Ronald. We up and coming product developers need you.

Great content! Worth thousands in consulting fees. The book got wet during shipment though more the USPS fault than source vendor. Still readable though.

Wow, this book was ordered from the USA and arrived a week earlier than expected in NZ! Pleased with this purchase. It is informative and helpful. Purchased as a gift--highly recommended. Good content, well-written and easy to understand. Good examples. Written by an experienced inventor.  The Inventor's Bible, Fourth Edition: How to Market and License Your Brilliant Ideas

This book is well worth reading. It covers a variety of topics and presents realistic information in a well organized manner. At times it had me wondering why I would ever want to pursue an invention because it does such an excellent job of illustrating the complexities that lie ahead. It is geared more towards licensing an idea as opposed to bringing it to market but is worth the read whatever you are considering. It is a fast read too and does not bog down with a lot of unrelated tangents.

I bought this for a gift, and was pleased to hear that the recipient has really gotten some great knowledge from it. I definitely thought he knew it all about the inventing process, but he's excited about new nuggets of knowledge from this book.

its a well written, explains in great detail how to put feet to your ideas. its a faith-builder for your ideas.

Very informative. I am from India and in this field of innivation. I have read this book and found many concepts are helpfull.

Many thanks Ronald Docie for your super informative book. A must have for all inventors.It covers all topics and it is very well written and easy to understand. It provides great examples and personal experience.I would love to have Ronald Docie becoming my mentor!