Beloved fantasy author and screenwriter, neil gaiman is known for his widereaching voice. A definitive ranking of the best neil gaiman fiction books. When asked about his inspirations, neil gaiman, a writer famed for his british fantasy fiction, comic books, and graphic novels, said. Its a thought that both inspires and evokes curiosity, and is clear to see informed the best works of gaiman himself. Neil gaiman to publish two new story collections in 2020. Neil gaiman became a published novelist in 1990, teaming up with terry pratchett to coauthor good omens. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. Originally a journalist, gaiman has written biographies, graphic novels, comics, poetry, screenplays, song lyrics, and drama. Jemisin annandaleonhudson, ny updated december 11, 2019. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Stephen king is one of the most prolific authors of the modern age whose last name isnt patterson.
Feb 17, 2017 neil gaiman, whose latest book norse mythology is set to top the bestseller lists this weekend, has announced his next project. Neil gaiman talks to the open rights group about how the internet affects the books and publishing industry. Neil gaiman books list of books by author neil gaiman. A mother in alamogordo, new mexico, decided to celebrate banned books week a little late this year by asking her daughters school to pull neil gaimans neverwhere from its reading list. Neil gaimanwinner of both a newbery and carnegie medalpresents four of his bestloved acclaimed novels for young readers in this collection. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. There are some standouts among the stories and poems, including troll bridge, an entertaining retelling of three billy goats gruff. Mar 11, 2019 stephen king is one of the most prolific authors of the modern age whose last name isnt patterson.
When coraline steps through a door to find another house strangely similar to her own only better, things seem marvelous. This list includes works by tony medina, stephen collins, terri libenson, raina telgemeier, megjohn barker and neil gaiman. Bestselling, award winning author neil gaiman on writing duration. Neil gaiman young readers collection neil gaiman ebook. A list of books recommended by neverwhere author neil gaiman, including work by charles dickens, roger zelazny and g. Recommended works the sandman stories, originally told in 75 monthly, 24page instalments, but now collected into 10 books, are the place to start to get a grasp on gaimans weird and wonderful. Its a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Book suggestions if you like neil gaiman the mary sue. The 10th anniversary edition of the graveyard book includes a foreword by margaret atwood as well as sketches from the illustrator, handwritten drafts, and neil gaimans newbery acceptance speech. Neil gaiman was born in hampshire, uk, and now lives in the united states near minneapolis.
Tolkien, james branch cabell, edgar allan poe, michael moorcock, ursula k. He is the author of numerous new york times bestselling novelsincluding neverwhere, stardust, american gods and coralineas well as the sandman series of graphic novels. He is an english author of novels, short films, audio theater, graphic novels, comic book, and films. Jul 16, 2018 authors recommend the most frightening books theyve ever read.
Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. From childrens picture books and adult graphic novels including chu and sandman, respectively, to middlegrade masterpieces coraline, the graveyard book and adult urban fantasy neverwhere, american gods, gaiman has published works for every age group. Neil gaiman is amongst britains foremost writers of fantasy and graphic novels. His work has been honored with many awards internationally, including the newbery and carnegie medals as well as the hugo. The following books have been mentioned favourably by neil on his blog. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Feb 03, 2011 neil gaiman talks to the open rights group about how the internet affects the books and publishing industry. Recommended reading books for children by neil gaiman. Since reading books written by authors from different races, ethnicities, and cultures is one of the best ways to enhance your reading experience, i wanted to pass along a few suggestions of my own that i thought the king might.
Our recommended graphic novels for teens and young adults aged 1216 to appeal to reluctant readers and able readers alike. I put together a list of 23 books recommended by neil gaiman. As a child he discovered his love of books, reading, and stories, devouring the works of c. His first published work was a duran duran biography in 1984.
Ive summed up my general fondness for his work in two chief reasons. I have read quite a few though not yet all of neil gaimans novels. Books recommended by neil gaiman the book of the new sun gene wolfe ludinthemist hope mirrlees archers goon diana wynne jones london labour and the london poor henry mayhew jonathan strange and mr. Jan 28, 2020 books recommended by neil gaiman the book of the new sun gene wolfe ludinthemist hope mirrlees archers goon diana wynne jones london labour and the london poor henry mayhew jonathan strange and mr. Neil richard mackinnon gaiman is an english author of short fiction, novels, comic books, graphic novels, audio theatre, and films.
And i can think of no better inaugural post than an appreciation for the mad wizard that is neil gaiman. He is popularly known for his notable works, such as the comic book series the sandman and his novels american gods, stardust, the graveyard book, and coraline, which is. Neil gaiman, whose latest book norse mythology is set to top the bestseller lists this weekend, has announced his next project. I enjoy the little i know about fantasy books and movies, and i understand gaiman is quite a necessity on the book shelf of such a fan. Maximalist fantasy deters me because it is too dense. Discover the books recommended by billionaires, icons, and worldclass performers. Craig russell venture into the world of myth and angels in this new edition of their noirfantasy tale. Below is a list of neil gaimans books including his graphic novels in order of when they were originally published and in chronological order. His works include the comic book series the sandman and novels stardust, american gods, coraline, and the graveyard book. When coraline steps through a door to find another house strangely similar to. In the graveyard book, neil gaiman has created a charming allegory of childhood.
His books, while all similar in their method of storytelling, all differ wildly in the stories themsel. Constructing and maintaining all of heaven and earth is an immense task, which god has divided up amongst the various ranks and. Hes steadily working his way up to becoming my alltime favorite author. In conversation with neil gaiman sold out melbourne, australia updated january 15, 2020.
Neil gaiman books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography barnes. Buy a cheap copy of the graveyard book by neil gaiman. Neil gaimans favorite works of fiction radical reads. Neil gaiman his most recent novel for adults, the ocean at the end of the lane was highly acclaimed, appeared on the hardback and paperback sunday times bestseller lists and won several awards, including being voted book of the year in the national book awards 20. The sorcerers house by gene wolfe, enchanted glass by diana wynne jones, something wicked this way comes by ray. User account menu i put together a list of 23 books recommended by neil gaiman. Neil gaiman is one of those rare authors who is read by adults, young adults and children alike, covering scifi and fantasy fiction, short. Born neil richard gaiman in hampshire, uk in 1960, neil richard mackinnon gaiman now lives near minneapolis, minnesota. Although the book opens with a scary scenea family is stabbed to death by a man. Smoke and mirrors oftoverlooked, gaiman s short fiction is where his inventiveness truly shines. Please help me to decide which of his books i should read first. Perth festival neil gaiman perth, australia updated january 17, 2020. Neil gaiman author, dave mckean illustrator, margaret atwood foreword.
Neil gaiman autographing a copy of coraline, national book fair, washington, d. May 23, 2019 neil gaiman is one of those rare authors who is read by adults, young adults and children alike, covering scifi and fantasy fiction, short stories, picture books for kids and graphic novels. Smoke and mirrors was his first mainstream collection, though it cannibalizes several stories from the earlier, smallpress angels and visitations. Originally from england, neil gaiman now calls the united states home. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Neil richard mackinnon gaiman was born on the 10th of november year 1960. An unofficial subreddit for the prolific and muchloved writer neil gaiman. The write channel with nicola monaghan 186,361 views 12. Most recommended books is a participant in the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to. Jul 22, 2008 recommended works the sandman stories, originally told in 75 monthly, 24page instalments, but now collected into 10 books, are the place to start to get a grasp on gaiman s weird and wonderful. Here are 50 mustread books recommended by stephen king over the years.