Complete program at: http://fora.tv/fora/showthread.php?t=397
Acclaimed science-fiction author Neil Gaiman reads his poem, “Instructions.”
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An Evening’s Entertainment with Neil Gaiman celebrating “Fragile Things: Short Fictions and Wonders.”
In this dazzling new collection of more than twenty-five pieces of short fiction including a novella featuring the hero of his masterpiece “American Gods,” Neil Gaiman charts the terrain between life and death, perception and reality, darkness and light. Guaranteed to dazzle the senses, haunt the imagination, and touch the heart, “Fragile Things” is a gift of wonder from one of the most unique literary artists of our time. Neil Gaiman is the critically acclaimed and award-winning author of the novels “American Gods,” “Neverwhere,” “Stardust,” “Coraline,” and “Anansi Boys;” “The Sandman” series of graphic novels; and “Smoke and Mirrors,” a collection of short fiction – Cody’s Books
Gaiman is also the coauthor of the novel “Good Omens” with Terry Pratchett. Among the many awards he has won are the Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, Locus, and Bram Stoker awards.
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February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
yay! neil gaiman! ♥
yay! neil gaiman! ♥
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
I’m keeping a copy …
I’m keeping a copy of this in my pocket, from now on, during my adventures. He knows what he’s talking about ^__^
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
I wonder who else …
I wonder who else is trolling here.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Anyone who has …
Anyone who has studied the work of great poets knows this is a load of shit.
God it’s sad what the so-called literary world has come to…
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Who cares? What a …
Who cares? What a dreary, sad little thing to say. Gaiman supports a dangerous cult that hurts people and destroys lives. He’s a lying idiot. Gaiman is a big, fat crazy CLAM! Mark Headly testifies in his book Blown for Good that Scientology reinstated David and Neil Gaiman and apologized to them for an earlier disconnect during the Guardian office coup.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Do not trust the …
Do not trust the youngest.
I resent that!
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Actually, it can be …
Actually, it can be anything. Nazism, communism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, anything that is taken too literary is death.
So for the sake of the world, people need to learn to shut the up!
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Neil Gaiman is a …
Neil Gaiman is a dickhead who funds Scientology. Gaiman is a big CLAM, giving the cult over $100,000.00 anot to mention tax credits and contacts. Gaiman is a phony.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
I want this man. …
I want this man. Yummy.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
NEIL GAIMAN! Yay! : …
Makes me happy inside! 
NEIL GAIMAN! Yay!
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Dangerous cult? You …
Dangerous cult? You mean like.. Christianity?
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
You can find this …
You can find this poem in Brian Froud’s book; “World of Fairy”. In end of the book, you will see an envelope, same texture as book. When you open it, you can find this with Brian Froud’s lovely illustration. Lovely surprize from two nice man for their readers
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Yeah dudes, sorry …
Yeah dudes, sorry to ruin your argument.
But… I’m pretty sure he’s Jewish. Check…
Sandman Companion- Hy Bender
HB: While we’re on the subject of gods and belief systems, I wonder if you could talk a little about your personal connection to religion. For example, what effect did religion have on you when you were young.
NG: I’d say the most important factor was my growing up as a Jewish kid in Church of England school.
So quit saying shiz when you don’t know.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Oh god say Knocker …
Oh god say Knocker again….
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
he is not
+ this …
he is not
+ this poem is magical, i love the idea of it
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
no matter what …
no matter what opposing “facts” presebted, i refuse to believe that a person capable of such lingual beauty and melodious story-telling is some evil douchebag.
he is not.
he creates worlds colorful yet sinister filled with twisted ill-willers and naive bravers and i adore him for it.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
lol
lol
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Scientology is a …
Scientology is a cult formed by L Ron Hubbard to win a bet with a fellow science fiction writer – one of them wrote a kickass novel, the other relied on people’s gullibility – first to a million dollars won.
Kinda wish mankind had gone with the kickass novel, but there you go.
h.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Is that their …
Is that their tagline?
SCIENTOLOGY!
Like – elves is a load of bollocks…
“Trust Mr Gaiman, believe Mr Pratchett, put your faith in the wench with the axe -
‘People, we really should face it -
“Fantasy weathers much better than facts!”
h.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
GAIMAN RULES!!!!!!! …
GAIMAN RULES!!!!!!!!!!
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Whilst your comment …
Whilst your comment is profound, it lacks any insight or research whatsoever. Not least that we use Sterling in the UK, not dollars…
Neil’s father was, yes, a prominent Scientologist. Neil on the other hand has never mentioned it and there is little evidence to support your claim. It is believed that Gaiman was once SP (1983), but that was 26 years ago and not even quoted as fact – it’s more likely to be his father.
Your brain is for using. Use it next time.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Very nice written.
Very nice written.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
omg omg omg omg
I …
omg omg omg omg
I wish I could be as epic as him xD
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Golly,
Who woulda …
Golly,
Who woulda thunk ole NG could be so despised?
Suppose those who drag themselves up from mediocrity are destined to attract such pedestrian detractors.
Thank you Neil, Scientologist or not the Sandman comics brought me laughter and tears, and what more could the world want from a storyteller.
February 15th, 2010 at 1:07 pm
My favorite verse: …
My favorite verse:
Remember: that giants sleep too soundly; that
witches are often betrayed by their appetites;
dragons have one soft spot, somewhere, always;
hearts can be well-hidden,
and you betray them with your tongue.