Choose from over 50,000 books from the premier collectible book site. This original novella is helenas tale in her own voice, written by neil gaiman and accompanied by original art by dave mckean and images from the filmmore. Merrilee heifetz of writers house, acting as agent for gaiman, mckean, and the jim henson company, negotiated a book deal with. Watch neil gaiman read the graveyard book return to the sprawling graveyard in this classic novel or discover bods boyhood adventures anew, read by. He has won numerous awards, including the hugo, nebula, and. Oct 30, 2018 creator of the sandman and one of comics most accomplished writers, neil gaiman is also the new york times bestselling author of the novels anansi boys, american gods, stardust and coraline, as well as the short story collections m is for magic and smoke and mirrors and the multimedia creation neverwhere. He is best known for the comic book series the sandman and novels stardust, american gods, coraline, and the graveyard book. Dave mckean is best known for his work on neil gaiman s sandman series of graphic novels and for his cd covers for musicians from tori amos to alice cooper. And what i thought was simply cool mixed media artwork turns out to include a number of images from the actual film. Mirrormask is a personal favorite film of mine, and with good reason.
He also illustrated neil gaiman s picture books the day i swapped my dad for two goldfish, the wolves in the walls, and crazy hair. Im working through reading as much as i can, currently working on about 8 sandman comics and neverwhere. Author of american gods, mirrormask, the graveyard book, good omens, coraline, neverwhere, sandman, stardust and many others. Neil gaiman was born in hampshire, uk, in 1960 and since 1992 has lived in the united states, currently residing near minneapolis. Buy a cheap copy of mirrormask book by neil gaiman. It is from the creators of sandman and mr punch and wolves in the walls. Im kind of a fan of neil gaiman, in that ive read a lot of his books never the comics, but i always end them with a feeling that something isnt quite complete, almost that there is a hollowness at the core of his work that just doesnt really work. Mirrormask is a 2005 fantasy film designed and directed by dave mckean and written by neil gaiman from. One of the most popular and critically acclaimed graphic novels of all time, neil gaiman s awardwinning masterpiece the sandman set the standard for mature, lyrical fantasy in the modern comics era. The sandman is a comic book series written by neil gaiman and published by dc comics. Dave mckean is best known for his work on neil gaimans sandman series of.
An oversized, lavishly produced book, the alchemy of mirrormask takes readers inside the making of the feature film and allows them to experience the creative process. Helenas mother is hospitalized after they have an argument, and hel. Jan 04, 2011 written by neil gaiman art by sam kieth, mike dringenberg, malcolm jones iii, chris bachalo, michael zulli, steve parkhouse, kelley jones, charles vess and colleen doran cover by dave mckean the sandman, written by new york times bestselling author neil gaiman, was the most acclaimed comic book title of the 1990s. Neil richard mackinnon gaiman was born on the 10th of november year 1960. Its artists include sam kieth, mike dringenberg, jill thompson, shawn mcmanus, marc hempel, and michael zulli, with lettering by todd klein and covers by dave mckean. 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.
A childrens book based on the film, authored by gaiman and illustrated by. Neil gaiman is the author of the bestselling national book awards 20 book of the year the ocean at the end of the lane and the carnegie medal winning the graveyard book, as well as coraline, neverwhere, the essay collection the view from the cheap seats and the sandman series of graphic novels, among many other works. The sandman was originally a comic book series that spanned 75 issues. Nov 01, 2005 an oversized, lavishly produced book, the alchemy of mirrormask takes readers inside the making of the feature film and allows them to experience the creative process. Want to meet other people going to the same signing youre going to. Mirrormask is a breathtaking film written by bestselling author neil gaiman and brought to life through the vision of acclaimed artist and director dave mckean. Simultaneously, gaimans latest book, anansi boysa comic novel set in the same world as his awardwinning 2000 novel american godsis coming to bookstores. Animated by dave mckean and written by neil gaiman, mirrormask combines animation and live action with a compelling storyline to take the cinematic experience to a stunning new. Todays golden age of comics is the fruit of the experimental period in the 1980s, says.
Mirrormask childrens edition neil gaiman hardcover. Dave mckean from sandman creator neil gaiman and artist and director dave mckeanand the innovative minds at the jim henson companycomes mirrormask, a journey through a strange and magical lookingglass world. We will be seeing a new trailer shortly and hopefully the jim henson companys involvement will be properly seen by the public. Order of neil gaiman books neil gaiman is an english author of fantasy, horror and science fiction novels, graphic novels, short stories, comic books, audiobooks and screenplays. He is an english author of novels, short films, audio theater, graphic novels, comic book, and films. See more ideas about neil gaiman, the graveyard book and american gods. Mirrormask is a 2005 fantasy film designed and directed by dave mckean and written by neil gaiman from a story they developed together, starring stephanie leonidas, jason barry, rob brydon, and gina mckee. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Neil gaiman is an english author of short fiction, novels, comic books, graphic novels, nonfiction, audio theatre, and films. This original novella is helenas tale in her own voice, written by master storyteller neil gaiman and accompanied by original art by dave mckean and images from the film. He is a cult figure in the comic book world, and is also.
His fiction has received many awards including the carnegie. Click download or read online button to get neil gaiman book now. The character of dream aka the sandman, or the lord of dreams had always been in my mind, like that michelangelo analogy about a sculpture already being in the marble. For more than a decade, comicbook artist dave mckean designed the covers for neil gaimans the sandman. His other books include anansi boys, neverwhere, american gods, and stardust, winner of the american library associations alex award as one of 2000s top novels for young adults as well as the short story collections m is for magic and. He is best known for his sandman comic book series. He also illustrated neil gaimans picture books the day i swapped my dad for two goldfish, the wolves in the walls, and crazy hair.
All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. From neil gaiman, the new york times bestselling author of american gods, and dave mckean, the awardwinning illustrator of coraline, comes mirrormask, an upcoming jim henson company film written by gaiman and directed by mckean, slated to premiere in 2005. Neil gaiman is the author of the bestselling national book awards 20 book of. His works include the comic book series the sandman and novels stardust, american gods, coraline, and the graveyard book.
Through the looking glass of gaiman and mckeans mirrormask. Mirrormask tells the story of a girl from a family of circus performers who finds. Written by neil gaiman art by sam kieth, mike dringenberg, malcolm jones iii, chris bachalo, michael zulli, steve parkhouse, kelley jones, charles vess and colleen doran cover by dave mckean the sandman, written by new york times bestselling author neil gaiman, was the most acclaimed comic book title of the 1990s. He was notable for such comic book series as black orchid and the sandman as well as the novels american gods, coraline, and the graveyard book.
Neil wrote the text and gave very detailed layout and illustration instructions to a talented and changing group of illustrators who did the inking, coloring, and drawing. A funny, scary, and magical fantasy for young readers. Seats and the sandman series of graphic novels, among many other works. A funny, scary and magical fantasy for young readers. It is the tale of a young woman is in a family of circus performers. The young lady faces her guilt and deals with it in her dreams that night. The illustrated film script by neil gaiman goodreads.
Neil gaiman is the new york times bestselling author of the newbery medalwinning the graveyard book and coraline, the basis for the hit movie. As a result of changing illustrators, some of the issues look stylistically very different from others. I just wanted to let you know, even though you probably get 2497436 messages just like this one, that you are the most amazing writer ever, and i really love your work. The music used in the film was composed by iain ballamy.
The absolute sandman, volume 2 by neil gaiman, dave mckean. From neil gaiman, the new york times bestselling author of american gods, and dave mckean, the awardwinning illustrator of coraline, comes. Its all of that eye candy that left me begging for more. The film was created by two immensely gifted artists and storytellers, neil gaiman and dave mckean, both of whom worked on the epic sandman graphic novels together. Following the publication of his groundbreaking series sandman 19891996 he has become established as one of the creators of modern comics, as well as an author whose work crosses genres and reaches audiences of all ages. Helena is about to embark on a most amazing journey. Neil gaiman, british writer who earned critical praise and popular success with richly imagined fantasy tales that frequently featured a darkly humorous tone. Nov 01, 20 watch neil gaiman read the graveyard book return to the sprawling graveyard in this classic novel or discover bods boyhood adventures anew, read by master storyteller neil gaiman himself one.
From the incomparable imagination and lucid visions of sandman creator neil gaiman and acclaimed artist and director dave mckean and the innovative minds at the jim henson company comes mirrormask, a breathtaking journey through a strange and magical lookingglass world where anything can happen. Mirrormask sandman neil gaiman, film design, weird watch. Mirrormask is a film written by neil gaiman and brought to life through by artist and director dave mckean. The films story revolves around a young girl named helena campbell, who is sick of her familys career as circus performers. The sandmans main character is dream, the titular sandman, also known to various characters throughout the series as morpheus, oneiros, the shaper, the shaper of form, lord of the dreaming, the dream king, dreamsneak, the cat of dreams, murphy, kaickul and lord lzoril, who is the anthropomorphic personification of dreams. From the incomparable imagination and lucid visions of sandman creator n. Pictures from the movie mirrormask sphinx that eats books. The sandman s main character is dream, the titular sandman, also known to various characters throughout the series as morpheus, oneiros, the shaper, the shaper of form, lord of the dreaming, the dream king, dreamsneak, the cat of dreams, murphy, kaickul and lord lzoril, who is the anthropomorphic personification of dreams. Im kind of a fan of neil gaiman, in that ive read a lot of his books never the comics, but i always end. Todays golden age of comics is the fruit of the experimental period in. Nov 20, 2018 creator of the sandman and one of comics most accomplished writers, neil gaiman is also the new york times bestselling author of the novels anansi boys, american gods, stardust and coraline, as well as the short story collections m is for magic and smoke and mirrors and the multimedia creation neverwhere. Dave mckean is best known for his work on neil gaimans sandman series of graphic novels and for his cd covers for musicians from tori amos to alice cooper. Neil gaiman first edition book mirrormask now available. Oct 22, 20 for more than a decade, comic book artist dave mckean designed the covers for neil gaiman s the sandman.
Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Neil gaiman is an english author of short fiction, novels, comic books, graphic novels, audio theatre, and films. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. This is the place for that, the place you can post tour reports, the place where you go for news. Augmented by notes and observations by bestselling author neil gaiman, and lushly illustrated by the films director and renowned artist dave mckean including all of the more than 1700 story boards created for the film, mirrormask is a funny, scary, magical fantasy for readers of all ages. Mirrormask tells the story of a girl from a family of circus performers who finds herself in a strange new world populated by mysterious creatures. Sep 27, 2005 mirrormask is a breathtaking film written by bestselling author neil gaiman and brought to life through the vision of acclaimed artist and director dave mckean. Books by neil gaiman authors like neil gaiman what. This original novella is helenas tale in her own voice, a stunning and magical journey. Mirrormask by neil gaiman author autographed hardcover book first illustrated film script edition, first printing, mint, newunread in a flawless dust jacket, signed by the author. The character of dream aka the sandman, or the lord of dreams had always been in my mind, like that michelangelo analogy.
Mirrormask tells the story of a girl from a family of circus performers who finds herself in a strange new world populated by mysterious creatures a dreamworld in which she is about to embark on a most amazing journey. Do you feel that hollywood, in general, has had a harder time coming to grips with adapting graphic novel material, as. Creator of the sandman and one of comics most accomplished writers, neil gaiman is also the new york times bestselling author of the novels anansi boys, american gods, stardust and coraline, as well as the short story collections m is for magic and smoke and mirrors and the multimedia creation neverwhere. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Apparently, neil gaiman and dave mckean collaborated on the screenplay while holed up at the jim henson estate. Raised in a family of circus performers, shes always dreamed of leading a more ordinary life. From the incomparable imagination and lucid visions of sandman creator neil gaiman and acclaimed artist and director dave mckean and the innovative minds at the. In other words, the novella mirrormask is an afterthought. Mirrormask by neil gaiman signed first edition book.
Pictures from the movie mirrormask sphinx that eats. Gaiman and mckeans latest collaboration, the sumptuous fantasy film mirrormask gaiman scripted, mckean directed hits theaters on sept. Neil gaiman is the new york times bestselling author of the novels neverwhere, stardust, american gods, coraline, anansi boys, the graveyard book, good omens with terry pratchett, the ocean at the end of the lane, and the truth is a cave in the black mountains. She says something rude to her mother right before her mother has an accident that leaves her incapacitated.