I don’t know if Dark Horse is actually trying to adapt every last bit of short Neil Gaiman into comics form. He’s written a lot of stuff, and much of it wouldn’t adapt well. But it does feel like they’re trying, at least, with a long sequence of individual graphic novels and a few omnibuses stretching back more than a decade.
The grandly titled “Neil Gaiman Library” has mostly been stories that can turn into reasonable-length books. I’ve seen a bunch of them: A Study in Emerald ; Only the End of the World Again ; Chivalry ; Snow, Glass, Apples ; and Troll Bridge . But not all Gaiman stories can be fit into that length, no matter how hard Procrustes works.
So in 2019 we got The Problem of Susan and Other Stories , which includes adaptations of the title story, another short story, and two poems. Presumably, with this as a model,...
The grandly titled “Neil Gaiman Library” has mostly been stories that can turn into reasonable-length books. I’ve seen a bunch of them: A Study in Emerald ; Only the End of the World Again ; Chivalry ; Snow, Glass, Apples ; and Troll Bridge . But not all Gaiman stories can be fit into that length, no matter how hard Procrustes works.
So in 2019 we got The Problem of Susan and Other Stories , which includes adaptations of the title story, another short story, and two poems. Presumably, with this as a model,...
- 1/30/2024
- by Andrew Wheeler
- Comicmix.com
From the mind of John Carpenter, the man who brought you the classic horror film Halloween and all of the scares beyond, and the heart of writer, editor, and producer Sandy King, comes a whopping 14 brand new twisted tales of terror, tricks, and treats!
John Carpenter’s Tales for a HalloweeNight Volume 8 is launching on September 28, and the graphic novel is getting a special Nycc Exclusive cover that you can check out below.
“In volume 8 of the award-winning graphic novel series, John Carpenter and Sandy King bring together the best storytellers from movies, novels, and comics for another spine-tingling collection of stories that will haunt you. Each story is a standalone surprise that captures the essence of the best night of the year. We dare you to read it all the way to the end. If you get too scared, remember, it’s only a comic. It’s only a comic…...
John Carpenter’s Tales for a HalloweeNight Volume 8 is launching on September 28, and the graphic novel is getting a special Nycc Exclusive cover that you can check out below.
“In volume 8 of the award-winning graphic novel series, John Carpenter and Sandy King bring together the best storytellers from movies, novels, and comics for another spine-tingling collection of stories that will haunt you. Each story is a standalone surprise that captures the essence of the best night of the year. We dare you to read it all the way to the end. If you get too scared, remember, it’s only a comic. It’s only a comic…...
- 8/19/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
When apocalyptic violence sweeps across the world, one man with a unique skillset embarks on a cross-country journey to save his daughter in Rage, the new graphic novel from writer Jimmy Palmiotti and artist Scott Hampton. With Rage now on Kickstarter from PaperFilms, we caught up with Palmiotti in a Q&a feature to discuss his new graphic novel and the intriguing perks for supporters of the Kickstarter campaign!
Below, you can check out our Q&a, the official press release, and a gallery of artwork for Rage, including the variant cover by Bill Sienkiewicz. To learn more, visit the graphic novel's official Kickstarter page!
Thanks for taking the time to answer questions for us, Jimmy, and congratulations on your upcoming graphic novel, Rage! When did you originally get the idea for Rage, and how many drafts did you go through before it was ready for publication?
Jimmy Palmiotti: The...
Below, you can check out our Q&a, the official press release, and a gallery of artwork for Rage, including the variant cover by Bill Sienkiewicz. To learn more, visit the graphic novel's official Kickstarter page!
Thanks for taking the time to answer questions for us, Jimmy, and congratulations on your upcoming graphic novel, Rage! When did you originally get the idea for Rage, and how many drafts did you go through before it was ready for publication?
Jimmy Palmiotti: The...
- 7/27/2021
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
The Dio Estate and Z2 Comics have partnered to produce a graphic novel inspired by Dio's Holy Driver! Written by Steve Niles, with interiors illustrated by Scott Hampton, we have an exclusive preview for Daily Dead readers!
"Behold: the Holy Diver graphic novel – an original storyline inspired by one of heavy metal’s most iconic album covers. Penned by acclaimed horror comics writer Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), the book will tell the tale behind the events leading to the powerful moment captured on the cover of Dio's debut album—definitively addressing 30 years of fan speculation. Why is the priest being thrown into the ocean? Who is truly the villain in this scenario?
All of these questions are exclusively answered for the first time within the 120 pages of this graphic novel."
The Deluxe Edition of the graphic novel includes:
Hardcover Graphic Novel Exclusive Vinyl Picture Disc Reissue of the classic album 'Holy Diver,...
"Behold: the Holy Diver graphic novel – an original storyline inspired by one of heavy metal’s most iconic album covers. Penned by acclaimed horror comics writer Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), the book will tell the tale behind the events leading to the powerful moment captured on the cover of Dio's debut album—definitively addressing 30 years of fan speculation. Why is the priest being thrown into the ocean? Who is truly the villain in this scenario?
All of these questions are exclusively answered for the first time within the 120 pages of this graphic novel."
The Deluxe Edition of the graphic novel includes:
Hardcover Graphic Novel Exclusive Vinyl Picture Disc Reissue of the classic album 'Holy Diver,...
- 7/14/2021
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
“Between the velvet lies, there’s a truth that’s hard as steel,” we hear on the song “Holy Diver.” Z2 Comics will pulp that vision into a graphic novel and Ronnie James Dio is the “star of the masquerade.” Z2 is the prime mover of music-based comics and graphic novels, working across genres to bring audiences a diverse experience: from Charlie “Bird” Parker and the origins of the Grateful Dead, through Yungblud Presents: The Twisted tales of the Ritalin Club, to internet sensation turned metal agitpop singer Poppy. They are now paying tribute to one of heavy metal’s most iconic figures, Ronnie James Dio, with Dio: The Holy Diver graphic novel.
Coming out as part of the 2021 lineup roll out, acclaimed horror comics writer Steve Niles floats an original storyline which gets behind the events leading to the powerful moment captured on the cover of Dio’s debut album.
Coming out as part of the 2021 lineup roll out, acclaimed horror comics writer Steve Niles floats an original storyline which gets behind the events leading to the powerful moment captured on the cover of Dio’s debut album.
- 8/25/2020
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
With the 50th annual Comic-Con taking place in San Diego this week, Dark Horse Comics is giving fans plenty of reasons to stop by their booth #2615 and their two signing stages, as they've announced a full lineup of autograph signings and must-see panels featuring some of the most exciting writers and artists working in comics today!
Read on for Dark Horse Comics' full list of autograph signings and panels at Sdcc, and visit our Comic-Con online hub to keep up to date on all of our coverage of the convention!
"Visit Dark Horse Comics at San Diego Comic-Con to meet some of your favorite creators and get your hands on some free swag, such as comics, pins, posters, and more! Get colorin' on our communal coloring wall! The wall will feature pages from the #DHColors Coloring Book line! Canvases will vary throughout the show, featuring pages from The Witcher: Adult Coloring Book,...
Read on for Dark Horse Comics' full list of autograph signings and panels at Sdcc, and visit our Comic-Con online hub to keep up to date on all of our coverage of the convention!
"Visit Dark Horse Comics at San Diego Comic-Con to meet some of your favorite creators and get your hands on some free swag, such as comics, pins, posters, and more! Get colorin' on our communal coloring wall! The wall will feature pages from the #DHColors Coloring Book line! Canvases will vary throughout the show, featuring pages from The Witcher: Adult Coloring Book,...
- 7/16/2019
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
From the 2001 novel to the Starz TV series and beyond, the world of Neil Gaiman's American Gods is ever-expanding, and it continues to grow today with the release of Dark Horse Comics' American Gods: My Ainsel #1. The first issue in a new story arc featuring the continued adventures of Shadow and Wednesday, the new comic book features eye-catching artwork by Scott Hampton, and we caught up with the artist and colorist in a new Q&A feature to discuss what he enjoyed the most about working on the new story (which also features great cover art like the one shown above by Glenn Fabry).
Thanks for taking the time to answer some questions for us, Scott! How did the opportunity to work on American Gods: My Ainsel come about, and what interested you in the project?
Scott Hampton: Craig Russell contacted me after he and I collaborated for the...
Thanks for taking the time to answer some questions for us, Scott! How did the opportunity to work on American Gods: My Ainsel come about, and what interested you in the project?
Scott Hampton: Craig Russell contacted me after he and I collaborated for the...
- 3/14/2018
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
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