Neil Richard MacKinnon Gaiman born Neil Richard Gaiman, 10 November 1960) is an English author of short fiction, novels, comic books, graphic novels, audio theatre, and films. His notable works include the comic book series The Sandman and novels Stardust, American Gods, Coraline, and The Graveyard Book. He has won numerous awards, including the Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker awards, as well as the Newbery and Carnegie medals. He is the first author to win both the Newbery and the Carnegie medals for the same work, The Graveyard Book (2008). In 2013, The Ocean at the End of the Lane was voted Book of the Year in the British National Book Awards.
New to Neil?
Start with "American Gods (Novel Series)"
The most popular entry point is American Gods. It introduces the core world-building and key themes found in the author's most acclaimed works.
American Gods (Novel Series) Series
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American Gods Universe Series
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InterWorld Trilogy Series
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Marvel Comics (Limited Series) Series
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Norse Mythology Series
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Short Fiction and Novella Collections Series
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The Sandman Series
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The Sandman (Original Graphic Novel Series) Series
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The Sandman Universe Series
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I start reading Neil Gaiman?
For most new readers, the best place to start is the American Gods (Novel Series) series, beginning with the first book, "American Gods".
How many series has Neil Gaiman written?
We currently cover 9 series by Neil Gaiman, spanning 28 books.
What is the correct reading order for Neil Gaiman books?
We recommend reading each specific series in its Publication Order to preserve character reveals and plot twists as the author intended.