Some writers of comics prefer to call themselves 'graphic novelists', rather than 'comic book writers' because they want to be treated seriously, and also that most people interpret comic books as for kids only. Neil Gaiman is indeed an established writer, if not for his comics, then other top selling books like American Gods and Anansi Boys. Those are insanely good books. My favourite book is Neverwhere. I think I've read all his works, even Stardust, which I was a bit skeptical about initially. Also, Neil Gaiman wrote the screenplay of the English version of Princess Mononoke.LordMune wrote:I am a hopeless Sandman fanboy, but labeling Sandman as illustrated novel (Neil Gaiman is a novelist so SHUT UP) and Watchmen as comic easily bypasses this fact. So, quoted for truth.
Also, I'm considering picking up Sandman: Dream Hunters. I borrowed it out from the library, and read it all in the 1 hour train ride on my way to University. The art alone needs at least a couple minute or so to fully appreciate in each page. I have to admit, I'm not a big Amano fan, but the art works here. The story is damned awesome.
EDIT: Just read New Avengers. The Ronin identity is revealed. I guess the most obvious answer is usually the correct one. A decent issue, although admittedly, I'm not a giant fan of Bendis. It's still nevertheless entertaining stuff, and the art by Yu is damned cool. Nova's pretty decent, although I had hoped that his character would be more like as Giffen depicted him, instead of his over-reliance on the Worldmind making him seem like a rookie. And lastly, Countdown. For an opening issue, it's not that great. The characterisation of Red Hood doesn't seem right, but at least we know which Titan dies.
