Publishers Weekly

Your Next Big Idea was selected for a self-published review in April 2022. That month, Publishers Weekly reviewed only 17 self-published books out of over 1000 applications for review, making Your Next Big Idea part of the 1.7% of books selected.

“[A]n easy-to-follow road map for ramping up innovation… Sanders isn’t short of ideas himself in this treatise on turning ideas into reality, and the “Big Idea Journey Map” that structures the book works nicely. Entrepreneurs wanting to get their creative juices moving should give this a look.”

Midwest Book Review

“Practical, insightful, thoroughly 'user friendly' in organization and presentation, "Your Next Big Idea: Improve Your Creativity and Problem-Solving" is an extraordinary and unreservedly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, college, and university library Business Management collections. It should be noted for the personal reading lists of MBA students, academia, entrepreneurs, corporate administrators, business managers, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the subject”

BlueInk Reviews

Awarded BlueInk Review Notable Book. This award is given to outstanding books in their genre. Only the top 5-10% of books in a genre are awarded the Notable Book seal.

“Your Next Big Idea ignites the imagination with a kaleidoscope of ideas and exercises. Even if you have no intention of pursuing “the next big idea,” this book is sure to give you an exciting and fresh perspective of the world around you.”

Booklife by Publishers Weekly Reviews

“[Samuel Sanders] sets lofty goals, promising “By the end of the book, you’ll be equipped with the skills to come up with 100 meaningful ideas a week that you can apply to your career or personal life.” But readers will be pleased to find that the advice is down-to-earth, easy to implement, and applicable to just about every area, business or personal, anyone may be working to enhance.”

Writer’s Digest Magazine Self-Published Book Awards

“[A] unique point of view to a well-worn topic…The book is well organized, particularly with the sections that help group together the many chapters and topics. The layout of the book is quite effective and I enjoyed the workbook aspects of it. The many visual elements do a great job of getting your points across as well as providing variety to the look of the pages. I found the section on Erasing Stigmas to be especially helpful. You provide a lot of information with a conversational and often fun tone of voice.” - Judge, 29th Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards

Manhattan Book Review

"This book is a breath of fresh air in letting people let their creative minds run wild... I would recommend this book to people of all ages who want to feel that spark of an idea again.”

Nonfiction Authors Association Book Awards Program

Your Next Big Idea was selected as a gold winner in the Nonfiction Authors Association Nonfiction Book Award contest. The Gold Winner is the top award a book can receive in the Nonfiction Book Award Contest.

“Your Next Big Idea will challenge the way you think. This unique book is engaging, even "customized" to fit the needs and purposes of every reader--whether an individual or a team.”

Next Generation Indie Book Awards

Your Next Big Idea was selected as the 2022 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Career Genre Book of the Year. Each year the competition provides a review to all titles:

“Fantastic! Your Next Big Idea not only provides readers with insight into the "how" and "why" of idea generation but provides actionable strategies and exercises that can be used for a lifetime. While the book is geared toward those in business and marketing, it is a must read for anyone seeking engaging, hands-on ways to exercise their creativity muscle. You'll feel motivated and empowered upon finishing this book and will refer to the exercises for inspiration again and again.”

Readers’ Favorite

Readers’ Favorite rates their books on a 5-star system in 5 categories and you can see the ratings for Your Next Big Idea below:

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“What I like about the advice is that it isn't just theory--it's actionable. You can take the content and use it wherever you are and whatever you do, whether it's coming up with a bold plan to take your company or team to the next level, or approaching your boss about a special individual project.”

”[T]his book would be a great addition to a classroom or book club discussion.”

“Everyone can use a little more creativity, and [Your Next Big Idea] is the jumpstart to take it from stale to stellar.”

IndieReader Review

Awarded IndieReader’s IndieReader Approved designation. This award is given to books reviewers believe are very good or excellent must-reads!

“Once the reader does the exercises in [Your Next Big Idea], they will be able to master the skills of innovation, problem-solving and creativity.”

Self-Publishing Review

"Inspiring and fun – especially when compared to the sometimes-staid books on the same topic. The exercises are effective for a wide range of issues, acting as a kind of team-building exercise on a personal level. As many books bombard the reader with ideas, without a real sense of implementation, Your Next Big Idea stands out in the field. Though his book is primarily designed for those in business and marketing, it can be useful to anyone seeking a more hands-on approach to self-improvement."

Kirkus Reviews

“A step-by-step guide to mastering the basic skills of creativity.”

Foreword Clarion Reviews

“The inspiring self-help guide Your Next Big Idea forwards advice and creative exercises that encourage the development of different ways of thinking.”

Booktrib

"[A] guide that’s a quick read, but don’t let that fool you. It’s also a roadmap for the long route to mastery, both in business and in life."

Online Book Club

“I rate this book a 4 out of 4…You will uncover talents and ideas that you did not know you had.”

Seattle Book Review

“Whether you’re interested in developing your business, enhancing your artistic inventiveness, improving your communication skills, or some other important endeavor, reading Your Next Big Idea is a great way to get your creative juice flowing”

San Francisco Book Review

"[Your Next Big Idea] was one of the best practical books that I have read. I would highly recommend this to anyone..."

Reedsy Discovery

“A practical guide to learning how to consistently generate ideas that will help you live a more creative and fulfilling life…If you're looking for help with coming up with fresh ideas for just about anything, this book will be quite useful."

Literary Titan

"Samuel Sanders will bring out the creativity in those that read this intellectually invigorating book. The author directs his readers to think beyond their surroundings. The language and tone the author uses are friendly and welcoming, like having a conversation with a friend or colleague…Whether readers are a student, starting a small business, or are in the corporate world, Samuel Sanders will share with readers how they can grow that small idea that they have been sitting on."

Portland Book Review

"If I still taught, this book would definitely be integrated into classwork!... Highly recommended for creatives, and those who want to cultivate creativity, alike!"

Eric Hoffer Book Award Judges in Partnership with the US Review of Books

In partnership with the Eric Hoffer Book Awards, judges from the contest post their commentary on the US Review of Books website for fans.

“This is an inspirational yet instructional guide to becoming more inventive in solving everyday problems…[Your Next Big Idea] applies this step-by-step process to entrepreneurs, employees, executives, and anyone interested in keeping their mind sharp.”

Chick Lit Café

“Samuel Sanders has produced a pioneering tool that will challenge your thinking and put you on the best-foot-forward to creating that new business... I personally got so inspired that I could not put this book down and began thinking of my own new ideas.”

Mommies Reviews

“[Y]ou will find Your Next Big Idea on our Must-Have Reading List for next year…middle schools and high schools should keep a copy of Your Next Big Idea in the library and encourage students to read.”

Red Headed Book Lover

“I would recommend this book to all those that are looking to pursue innovation”

Artisan Book Reviews

“Your Next Big Idea by Samuel Sanders is a remarkable blueprint to creative thinking and practical action. This is an extremely comprehensive ‘step-by-step’ to a thoroughly friendly motivational guide, which can catapult you from standstill to racing in the world of business.”