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Fragile Things: Short Fictions and Wonders - A Journey into the Extraordinary

**From the 1 New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman, an astonishing collection of short fiction that stretches the boundaries of imagination, probes the depths of human experience, and reveals how the ordinary and the fantastical are intertwined.**

This exquisite collection, adorned with elegant original watercolor art by acclaimed artist Henry Sene Yee, presents a captivating glimpse into the world of Neil Gaiman, a master storyteller celebrated for his profound understanding of the human condition.

A Tapestry of Imagination

"Fragile Things" unveils a treasure trove of thirty-two captivating tales, each a unique gem woven into a tapestry of imagination and wonder. Gaiman's prose and verse effortlessly blend elements of fantasy, horror, and the everyday, creating a world where the mundane and the extraordinary collide.

Exploring the Labyrinth of Human Experience

From the enchanting mysteries of a traveling circus to the opulent, yet strangely unsettling, world of an exclusive epicurean club, each story delves into the intricacies of human emotions, desires, and fears. Gaiman's characters are complex and relatable, mirroring the triumphs and failures, the joys and sorrows that define our shared existence.

A Darkly Enchanting Journey

As you journey through these diverse and thought-provoking stories, be prepared to be captivated by Gaiman's signature dark humor and his uncanny ability to evoke a sense of wonder, tinged with a touch of the macabre. Whether you find yourself drawn to tales of whimsical creatures, haunted landscapes, or the unsettling depths of the human psyche, "Fragile Things" offers a unique and unforgettable literary experience.

A Must-Read for Fans and Newcomers Alike

This collection is a perfect introduction to Gaiman's world for new readers and a delightful revisit for seasoned fans. The captivating stories, coupled with Henry Sene Yee's breathtaking illustrations, make "Fragile Things" a timeless masterpiece that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.

American Gods: A Journey into the Heart of America

An Acclaimed Masterpiece of Fantasy and Myth

"American Gods" is a groundbreaking novel by Neil Gaiman, renowned author and architect of imaginative worlds. It's a story that has captivated readers and critics alike, earning prestigious awards including the Hugo, Locus, and Bram Stoker Awards. It's also been adapted into a critically acclaimed television series on Amazon Prime Video.

**From the minds of David Mitchell, George R.R. Martin, and the Guardian:**

* "To give him his full title: Neil Gaiman, Architect of Worlds, Svengali of Plot, Shaman of Character, Exploder of Cliché, Master Craftsman of Style, Dreamer Laureate of the Republic of Letters." - **David Mitchell**

* "Original, engrossing, and endlessly inventive" - **George R.R. Martin**

* "Brilliant and unique" - **The Guardian**

A Journey into the Soul of America

As Neil Gaiman himself describes it, "American Gods is about the soul of America, the idea that everyone came here from somewhere."

The story follows Shadow Moon, a recently released prisoner who finds himself thrust into a world of mythical beings. His life takes a dramatic turn when he meets Mr. Wednesday, an enigmatic stranger who claims to be an ancient god and the king of America. Together, they embark on a cross-country odyssey, encountering a vibrant cast of characters, both human and divine.

The Coming Storm: A Battle for the Soul of America

But this is not just a road trip; it's a journey into the heart of a brewing conflict. As Shadow and Wednesday travel, they discover a gathering storm of unnatural proportions. A war is coming, a clash between old gods and new gods, vying for the very soul of America. Shadow finds himself at the epicenter of this struggle, his fate intertwined with the destiny of a nation.

A World of Wonder and Intrigue

"American Gods" is a captivating blend of fantasy, mythology, and social commentary. Gaiman masterfully weaves together ancient deities, modern mythology, and the complexities of American identity. The result is a spellbinding narrative that explores themes of faith, power, and the ever-evolving nature of belief.

Dive Deeper with Special Features

This edition of "American Gods" includes a wealth of bonus content:

* **A brand-new author preface:** Get a glimpse into Gaiman's creative process and his personal reflections on the novel.

* **Introduction to the author's preferred text:** Gain insights into Gaiman's artistic choices and the evolution of the story.

* **The Monarch of the Glen novella:** Enjoy a captivating prequel story that expands the world of "American Gods."

* **Reading-group discussion questions:** Engage in thought-provoking conversations about the themes and characters of the novel.

* **An interview with Neil Gaiman:** Gain deeper understanding of the author's inspiration and the process behind his writing.

* **"How Dare You," an essay on American Gods:** Explore the novel's impact on culture and literature through insightful analysis.

**If you're looking for a captivating and thought-provoking read that will leave you pondering the nature of belief and the future of America, "American Gods" is a must-read.**

The Sandman Volume 2: The Doll's House 30th Anniversary Edition

A Descent into Dreams and Nightmares

Neil Gaiman's groundbreaking series *The Sandman* stands as a landmark achievement in graphic storytelling, hailed by critics and readers alike as a cornerstone of the Vertigo imprint. This 30th Anniversary Edition of *The Sandman Volume 2: The Doll's House* delves deeper into the captivating world of Morpheus, the Lord of Dreams, weaving together ancient myth, folklore, and fairy tales to create a narrative that transcends the boundaries of life and death.

A World Unraveled

Following Morpheus's imprisonment, three escaped dreams wreak havoc in the waking world, their presence unsettling the delicate balance between dreams and reality. Meanwhile, a young woman named Rose Walker embarks on a desperate search for her missing brother, her journey intertwining with the chaotic consequences of the escaped dreams. As their paths converge, a terrifying vortex emerges, threatening to devour all dreamers and plunge the world into eternal darkness.

A Masterpiece of Storytelling

Gaiman's masterful storytelling shines throughout *The Doll's House*, crafting a compelling narrative that explores themes of family, loss, identity, and the power of dreams. The characters are both fascinating and complex, their motivations and desires intricately woven into the fabric of the story. The art, by the legendary Sam Kieth, perfectly captures the ethereal beauty and unsettling darkness of Gaiman's world, creating a visual feast that enhances the emotional impact of the narrative.

A Journey into the Heart of the Dreaming

*The Sandman Volume 2: The Doll's House* is a must-read for fans of graphic novels, fantasy, and mythology. It offers a captivating journey into the heart of the Dreaming, where reality and dreams collide in a breathtaking and unforgettable story. This 30th Anniversary Edition is a stunning tribute to Gaiman's enduring masterpiece, featuring a collection of the original issues (9-16) alongside bonus material that offers further insights into the creation of this seminal work.

Neverwhere: A Timeless Journey into the Shadows of London

A National Bestseller and an NPR Top 100 Pick

Neil Gaiman's groundbreaking debut novel, *Neverwhere*, has captivated readers for decades, earning its place as a cornerstone of urban fantasy and a perennial favorite. This ultimate edition, featuring Gaiman's "preferred text" and a brand-new tale, "How the Marquis Got His Coat Back," offers a definitive experience of this beloved story.

A World of Shadows and Secrets

Richard Mayhew, a young man leading an ordinary life, finds himself thrust into a hidden realm after helping a wounded girl on a London street. He becomes one of the "fallen," those who slip through the cracks of reality, and is forced to navigate a city teeming with shadows, monsters, saints, murderers, and angels. His journey through this underworld is a desperate fight for survival, and a search for a way back to the London he knew.

A Tale of Magic and Moral Dilemmas

*Neverwhere* is a masterpiece of urban fantasy that seamlessly blends the mundane with the extraordinary. Gaiman's masterful storytelling weaves a tapestry of magic, mythology, and moral complexity, leaving readers enthralled by its captivating world and unforgettable characters.

Reviews Praise the Enchanting Darkness

*"A fantastic story that is both the stuff of dreams and nightmares."* - San Diego Union-Tribune

*"Delightful... inventively horrific."* - USA Today

A Must-Read for Fans of Urban Fantasy

*Neverwhere* is a timeless classic that will appeal to fans of urban fantasy, mythology, and captivating storytelling. It is a haunting and unforgettable journey into a world where the ordinary and the extraordinary collide.

Neverwhere: A Journey Into the Hidden Heart of London

A World Between the Cracks

From the pen of 1 New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman, *Neverwhere* is a captivating novel that plunges us into a world hidden beneath the bustling streets of London. This is a city unseen by most, a city where monsters and saints, murderers and angels walk alongside the forgotten and the ostracized. It is here, in this world of shadows and whispers, that we meet Richard Mayhew, a young businessman whose life takes a dramatic turn. A single act of compassion towards a wounded young girl thrusts him into a reality both familiar and terrifyingly surreal.

A Tale of Bold Creativity and Narrative Genius

*Neverwhere* is not just a story, it is a journey. It is a masterfully crafted exploration of the human condition, a darkly humorous and seductive tale that transcends genre boundaries. Gaiman's prose is both poetic and precise, painting vivid pictures of a world where the lines between reality and fantasy blur.

The characters of *Neverwhere* are unforgettable. Richard, the ordinary man thrust into extraordinary circumstances, is a relatable protagonist who grapples with the weight of his newfound reality. He is joined by an unforgettable cast of supporting characters: the enigmatic and powerful Angel Islington, the mischievous and resourceful Hunter, and the ethereal and mysterious Lady .

A Classic Reborn

This new edition of *Neverwhere*, beautifully illustrated with original watercolor art by acclaimed artist Henry Sene Yee, is a must-have for any fan of Gaiman's work or anyone seeking a captivating and thought-provoking read. This classic tale of hidden worlds, forgotten souls, and the power of compassion continues to resonate with readers decades after its initial publication.

*Neverwhere* is more than just a book. It is an invitation to explore the hidden depths of our own world, to question the nature of reality, and to embrace the wonder of the unknown.

Thần thoại Mỹ: Một cuộc chiến kinh thiên động địa giữa lòng nước Mỹ hiện đại

**“Độc đáo, cuốn hút, và sáng tạo bất tận.” - George R. R. Martin, tác giả của Trò chơi vương quyền**

**“Những vị thần nước Mỹ đã thành công trong việc tái sáng tạo, cũng như khẳng định tầm quan trọng lâu dài của văn chương kỳ ảo trong thời đại ngày nay.” - Michael Chabon**

Câu chuyện về một cuộc chiến bất ngờ và những vị thần ẩn mình

Shadow, một người đàn ông vừa mãn hạn tù, đang háo hức về cuộc sống bình yên bên người vợ yêu dấu. Nhưng số phận nghiệt ngã đã cướp đi hạnh phúc của anh khi vợ anh qua đời trong một tai nạn giao thông. Trên chuyến bay về nhà, anh gặp Wednesday, một ông già bí ẩn, người đề nghị Shadow làm vệ sĩ cho mình.

Bị cuốn vào một vòng xoáy bất ngờ, Shadow dần khám phá ra sự thật khủng khiếp: một cuộc chiến kinh thiên động địa của các vị thần đang diễn ra ngay giữa lòng nước Mỹ hiện đại. Những vị thần xưa cũ, với sức mạnh to lớn và những âm mưu ẩn giấu, đang tranh giành quyền lực, đe dọa sự tồn tại của thế giới loài người.

Neil Gaiman: Nhà văn tạo ra những thế giới hư cấu đầy mê hoặc

Neil Gaiman, nhà văn tài năng người Anh, đã tạo ra một thế giới hư cấu đầy mê hoặc, vừa chân thực lại vừa kỳ ảo. Ông khéo léo lồng ghép những câu chuyện cổ xưa, những truyền thuyết huyền bí vào thực tại đời thường, tạo nên một thế giới đầy bất ngờ và lôi cuốn.

Gaiman là bậc thầy trong việc kết hợp các yếu tố thần thoại, tâm lý và xã hội vào một câu chuyện hấp dẫn, đầy kịch tính. Ông dẫn dắt người đọc vào một cuộc hành trình khám phá những bí ẩn của thế giới, những bí mật ẩn giấu đằng sau những sự kiện tưởng chừng như bình thường.

Một kiệt tác văn chương kỳ ảo đương đại

"Thần thoại Mỹ" là một kiệt tác văn chương kỳ ảo đương đại, đầy đủ các yếu tố thu hút người đọc: hành động gay cấn, nhân vật phức tạp, câu chuyện đầy bất ngờ và những thông điệp sâu sắc về cuộc sống, về con người và bản chất của sự tồn tại.

Neil Gaiman không chỉ tạo ra một thế giới hư cấu độc đáo mà còn đưa ra những câu hỏi về bản chất của sự tin tưởng, về sức mạnh của lòng trung thành và về cuộc chiến không ngừng giữa thiện và ác.

Những tác phẩm khác của Neil Gaiman được Nhã Nam xuất bản:

- Coraline

- Bụi sao

- Đại dương cuối đường làng

- Còn sữa là còn hy vọng

- Thần thoại Bắc Âu

- Câu chuyện nghĩa địa

Bạn đọc yêu thích thể loại kỳ ảo, thần thoại, văn học đương đại chắc chắn không nên bỏ qua tác phẩm "Thần thoại Mỹ" của Neil Gaiman.

<p>Coraline</p>

<p>Sơ lược về tác phẩm</p>

<p>Khi Coraline bước qua cánh cửa, nó nhìn thấy một ngôi nhà giống hệt nhà mình. Chỉ có điều, mọi thứ dường như tốt đẹp và hấp dẫn hơn.</p>

<p>Nơi ấy có mẹ khác của nó, và cả cha khác nữa. Họ muốn nó ở lại làm con gái bé bỏng của họ. Họ muốn thay đổi nó và giữ nó bên mình mãi mãi.</p>

<p>Nhưng từ phía sau cánh cửa, Coraline mới biết điều nó thật sự cần. Nó khao khát trở lại cuộc sống đích thực của mình. Bằng tất cả trí khôn và lòng dũng cảm, Coraline đã thực hiện một hành trình phi thường, ly kỳ và vô cùng bất ngờ.</p>

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<p>Nhận định</p>

<p>“Không chỉ khi xứ Narnia nhẹ nhàng mở ra cánh cửa khép hờ mới có một cuộc phiêu lưu thám hiểm. Và không chỉ khi Alice rơi vào hang thỏ, chuyến hành trình đó mới vô cùng kỳ thú và lạ lùng đến vậy. Chỉ cần bước qua cánh cửa, ta sẽ thấy được lòng tin ở tình yêu, phép màu, và sức mạnh của cái thiện chiến thắng cái ác.”</p>

<p>- USA Today</p>

<p>“Hãy đứng lên và nhiệt liệt hoan hô, bởi vì: Coraline là một thế giới thật.”</p>

<p>- Phillip Pullman, tác giả His Dark Materials</p>

<p>“Sáng tạo, ly kỳ, và đầy cả quyết.”</p>

<p>- Washington Post Book World</p>

<p>“Một câu chuyện ma đương đại với tất cả những chi tiết rợn người. Tuyệt vời.”</p>

<p>- The New York Times Book Review</p>

<p>“Cuốn sách độc đáo và lạ lùng nhất tôi từng đọc. Có thể sánh ngang Alice ở xứ sở thần tiên.”</p>

<p>- Diana Wynne Jones</p>

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<p>Các giải thưởng và bầu chọn dành cho Coraline: </p>

<p>- SF Site Reader's Choice (2002)</p>

<p>- SF Site Editor's Choice (2002)</p>

<p>- Blue Ribbon Book (Bullatine of the Centre for Children’s Books, 2002)</p>

<p>- Bram Stoker Award (Work for Young Readers, 2002)</p>

<p>- Bram Stoker Award Nominee (Long Fiction, 2002)</p>

<p>- Carnegie Medal Nominee (2002)</p>

<p>- British Science Fiction Association Award (Short Fiction, 2002)</p>

<p>- Publishers Weekly Best Book (2002)</p>

<p>- School Library Journal Best Book (2002)</p>

<p>- Child Magazine Best Book of the Year (2002)</p>

<p>- Book Magazine Best Book (2002)</p>

<p>- Guardian Unlimited Best of 2002 selection (UK)</p>

<p>- ALA Notable Children’s Book (2003)</p>

<p>- ALA Best Book for Young Adults (2003)</p>

<p>- Nebula Award (Novella, 2003)</p>

<p>- Hugo Award (Novella, 2003)</p>

<p>- Locus (Young Adult Book, 2003)</p>

<p>- Book Sense Book of the Year (Children's Literature Honor Book, 2003)</p>

<p>- IRA/CBC Children’s Choice (2003)</p>

<p>- New York Public Library Book for the Teen Age (2003)</p>

<p>- ALA Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults (All Kinds of Creepy, 2005)</p>

<p>- New York Public Library (One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing selection, 2008</p>

<p>The Graveyard Book</p>

<p>From 1 New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman, an ingenious and captivating reimagining of Rudyard Kipling’s adventure The Jungle Book that is a glorious meditation on love, loss, survival, sacrifice, and what it means to truly be alive―one of ten classic Gaiman works repackaged with elegant original watercolor art by acclaimed artist Henry Sene Yee.</p>

<p>Nobody Owens, known to his friends as Bod, is a normal boy. He would have been completely normal if he didn’t live in a sprawling graveyard, being raised and educated by ghosts, with a solitary guardian who belongs to neither the world of the living nor of the dead. There are dangers and adventures in the graveyard for a boy—an ancient Indigo Man beneath the hill, a gateway to a desert leading to an abandoned city of ghouls, the strange and terrible menace of the Sleer. But if Bod leaves the graveyard, then he will come under attack from the man Jack—who has already killed Bod’s family. . .</p>

<p>By turns macabre, uplifting, sinister, and heartwarming, Neil Gaiman’s 1 national bestseller―winner of the Carnegie and Newbury Medals and the Hugo Award―is a “novel of wonder . . . a tale of unforgettable enchantment” (New York Times Book Review).</p>

<p>How Do You Live?</p>

<p>The inspiration for The Boy &amp; The Heron, the major new Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli film and Golden Globe Award winner 2024</p>

<p>A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER</p>

<p>'In How Do You Live?, Copper, our hero, and his uncle are our guides in science, in ethics, in thinking. And on the way they take us, through a school story set in Japan in 1937, to the heart of the questions we need to ask ourselves about the way we live our lives. We will experience betrayal and learn about how to make tofu. We will examine fear, and how we cannot always live up to who we think we are, and we learn about shame, and how to deal with it. We will learn about gravity and about cities, and most of all, we will learn to think about things - to, as the writer Theodore Sturgeon put it, ask the next question' - from the foreword by Neil Gaiman</p>

<p></p><p>Newly updated and expanded with the author’s preferred text.&nbsp;A modern masterpiece from the multiple-award-winning master of innovative fiction, Neil Gaiman.</p><p>First published in 2001, American Gods became an instant classic, lauded for its brilliant synthesis of “mystery, satire, sex, horror, and poetic prose” (Washington Post) and as a modern phantasmagoria that “distills the essence of America” (Seattle Post-Intelligencer). It is the story of Shadow—released from prison just days after his wife and best friend are killed in an accident—who gets recruited to be bodyguard, driver, and errand boy for the enigmatic trickster, Mr. Wednesday. So begins Shadow’s dark and strange road trip, one that introduces him to a host of eccentric characters whose fates are mysteriously intertwined with his own. For, beneath the placid surface of everyday life, a storm is brewing—an epic war for the very soul of America—and Shadow is standing squarely in its path.</p><p>“Pointed, occasionally comic, often scary, consistently moving and provocative….American Gods is strewn with secrets and magical visions.”—USA Today</p><p>“Original, engrossing, and endlessly inventive.”—George R. R. Martin</p><p></p>

<p>When a baby escapes a murderer intent on killing the entire family, who would have thought it would find safety and security in the local graveyard? Brought up by the resident ghosts, ghouls and spectres, Bod has an eccentric childhood learning about life from the dead. But for Bod there is also the danger of the murderer still looking for him - after all, he is the last remaining member of the family. A stunningly original novel deftly constructed over eight chapters, featuring every second year of Bod's life, from babyhood to adolescence. Will Bod survive to be a man?</p>

<p>The Sandman Book 1</p>

<p>From the award-winning writer of American Gods and Coraline, The Sandman is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed graphic novels of all time.</p>

<p>Neil Gaiman's award-winning masterpiece set the standard for mature, lyrical fantasy in the modern comics era. Illustrated by an exemplary selection of the medium's most gifted artists, the series is a rich blend of modern and ancient mythology in which contemporary fiction, historical drama, and legend are seamlessly interwoven.</p>

<p>An unforgettable tale of the forces that exist beyond life and death, this first of four volumes-drawn by Sam Kieth, Mike Dringenberg, Malcolm Jones III, and Kelley Jones, with spectacular guest art by Chris Bachalo, Colleen Doran, Charles Vess, and Michael Zulli-introduces readers to a dark and enchanting world of dreams and nightmares: the home of Morpheus, the King of Dreams, and his kin, the Endless.</p>

<p>Collects the story arcs 'Preludes and Nocturnes,' 'The Doll's House,' and 'Dream Country,' from The Sandman 1-20 – including the first comic book to ever win a World Fantasy Award, issue 19s 'A Midsummer Night's Dream.</p>

<p>The Ocean At The End Of The Lane</p>

<p>A special illustrated edition of The Ocean at the End of the Lane, the bestselling magical novel from master storyteller Neil Gaiman. Breathtaking black-and-white illustrations throughout by fine artist and illustrator, Elise Hurst.</p>

<p>'Both a pitch-perfect fantasy and a moving examination of childhood memories and their effects on our adult selves ... superb' The Times</p>

<p>'Some books you read. Some books you enjoy. But some books just swallow you up, heart and soul' Joanne Harris</p>

<p>This is what he remembers, as he sits by the ocean at the end of the lane:</p>

<p>A dead man on the back seat of the car, and warm milk at the farmhouse.

An ancient little girl, and an old woman who saw the moon being made.

A beautiful housekeeper with a monstrous smile.

And dark forces woken that were best left undisturbed.</p>

<p>They are memories hard to believe, waiting at the edge of things. The recollections of a man who thought he was lost but is now, perhaps, remembering a time when he was saved...</p>

<p>What You Need To Be Warm</p>

<p>Sometimes it only takes a stranger in a dark place... to say we have the right to be here, to make us warm in the coldest season.</p>

<p>In 2019, Neil Gaiman asked his Twitter followers: What reminds you of warmth? Over 1,000 responses later, Neil began to weave replies from across the world into a poem in aid of the UNHCR's winter appeal. It revealed our shared desire to feel safe, welcome and warm in a world that can often feel frightening and lonely.</p>

<p>Sales of every copy of this book will help support the work of UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, which helps forcibly displaced communities and stateless people across the world.</p>

<p>Now publishing in hardback and illustrated by a group of artists from around the world, What You Need to Be Warm is an exploration of displacement and flight from conflict through the objects and memories that represent warmth. It is about our right to feel safe, whoever we are and wherever we are from. It is about holding out a hand to welcome those who find themselves far from home.</p>

<p>Featuring new, original illustrations from Chris Riddell, Benji Davies, Yuliya Gwilym, Nadine Kaadan, Daniel Egnéus, Pam Smy, Petr Horácek, Beth Suzanna, Bagram Ibatoulline, Marie-Alice Harel, Majid Adin and Richard Jones, with a thought-provoking cover from Oliver Jeffers.</p>

<p></p><p>Now a major motion picture—this charming fairy tale by the 1 New York Times bestselling author, weaves a magical story set long ago in the tiny English village of Wall, a place where things are not quite what they seem.</p><p>Go and catch a falling star . . .</p><p>Tristran Thorn promises to bring back a fallen star for his beloved, the hauntingly beautiful Victoria Forester—and crosses the wall that divides his English country town from another, more dangerous world of lords and witches, all of them in search of the star. Rich with adventure and magic, Stardust is one of master storyteller Neil Gaiman's most beloved tales.</p><p>“Eminently readable—a charming piece of work.”

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—Washington Post Book World</p><p>“Beautiful, memorable . . . A book full of marvels.”

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;—Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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<p>Art Matters: Because Your Imagination Can Change The World</p>

<p>Seize the day in the name of art. This creative call to arms from the mind of Neil Gaiman combines his extraordinary words with deft and striking illustrations by Chris Riddell.</p>

<p>'Like a bedtime story for the rest of your life, this is a book to live by. At its core, it's about freeing ideas, shedding fear of failure, and learning that "things can be different" ' INSTITUTE OF IMAGINATION</p>

<p>Be bold. Be rebellious. Choose art. It matters.</p>

<p>Neil Gaiman once said that 'the world always seems brighter when you've just made something that wasn't there before'. This little book is the embodiment of that vision. Drawn together from speeches, poems and creative manifestos, Art Matters explores how reading, imagining and creating can change the world, and will be inspirational to young and old.</p>

<p>THIS PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES BEAUTIFUL NEW ILLUSTRATIONS OF 'GOING WODWO'.</p>

<p>What readers are saying about ART MATTERS</p>

<p>'A rallying cry for all artists and creators'</p>

<p>'Just the injection of positive thinking I needed'</p>

<p>'What a gorgeous, sweet and very, very wise little book'</p>

<p>'You don't know it yet, but it's likely you need this book'</p>

<p>'I feel artistically charged up for the first time in ages'</p>

<p>Good Omens - The Nice And Accurate Prophecies Of Agnes Nutter, Witch</p>

<p>“Reads like the Book of Revelation, rewritten by Monty Python.” — San Francisco Chronicle</p>

<p>The classic novel of angels, demons, and Armageddon from the internationally bestselling authors Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, now a Prime original series starring Michael Sheen and David Tennant.</p>

<p>Note: This book is available in different packaging, however content is the same.</p>

<p>According to The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch (the world's only completely accurate book of prophecies, written in 1655, before she exploded), the world will end on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just before dinner.</p>

<p>So the armies of Good and Evil are amassing, Atlantis is rising, frogs are falling, tempers are flaring. Everything appears to be going according to Divine Plan. Except a somewhat fussy angel and a fast-living demon—both of whom have lived amongst Earth's mortals since The Beginning and have grown rather fond of the lifestyle—are not actually looking forward to the coming Rapture.</p>

<p>And someone seems to have misplaced the Antichrist . . .</p>

<p>Anansi Boys</p>

<p>Soon to be a streaming series!</p>

<p>From 1 New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman, a tale playful, profound, and rife with mayhem and mischief―one of ten classic Gaiman works repackaged with elegant original watercolor art by acclaimed artist Henry Sene Yee</p>

<p>When Fat Charlie’s dad named something, it stuck. Like calling Fat Charlie “Fat Charlie.” Even now, twenty years later, Charlie Nancy can’t shake that name, one of the many embarrassing “gifts” his father bestowed—before he dropped dead on a karaoke stage and ruined Fat Charlie’s life. Because Mr. Nancy left Fat Charlie things. Things like the stranger who appears on Charlie’s doorstep, who appears to be the brother he never knew. And all of a sudden, life starts getting very interesting for Fat Charlie.</p>

<p>Neil Gaiman journeys deep into myth to brings us a tale playful, profound, and rife with mayhem and mischief—an audacious and inspired story of family, luck, deceit, and an unusual legacy that illuminates the divine in our humanity. Not to mention a lime.</p>

<p>“Awesomely inventive.… When you take the free-fall plunge into a Neil Gaiman book, anything can happen and anything invariably does.” —Entertainment Weekly</p>

<p>Đến tuổi cập kê, Tristran Thorn đem lòng si mê một thiếu nữ xinh đẹp trong ngôi làng Bức Tường nơi anh lớn lên. Vì lời hứa sẽ cùng cô sánh vai trong thánh đường, chàng trai trẻ khăn gói lên đường tiến vào Xứ Tiên để tìm một ngôi sao băng từ trên trời rơi xuống. Chuyến phiêu lưu ở xứ sở kỳ lạ, rùng rợn mà đầy nhiệm màu đã xoay chuyển con người và thế giới quan của Tristran theo những cách anh chưa từng ngờ đến, biến anh thành một người hùng chân chính trong câu chuyện của mình.</p>

<p>Cổ quái và nhân văn, đen tối và giàu cảm xúc, Bụi sao đem đến vô khối những câu chuyện chưa kể đằng sau cuộc hành trình tầm mộng của một vị anh hùng trẻ tuổi, cốt để chứng tỏ rằng chuyện thần tiên thực chất cũng dành cho người lớn.</p>

<p>Quỷ Crowley và thiên thần Aziraphale biết rằng Tận Thế sắp sửa đến với thế giới này, với sự giáng lâm của Kẻ Chống Chúa trong hình hài đứa trẻ sơ sinh. Đáng lẽ cả hai phải lấy làm sung suớng: cuộc chiến tối hậu giữa thiên đường và địa ngục, dù phe nào thắng, thì cũng sẽ hủy diệt thế giới này, kết thúc cuộc giằng co hàng thiên niên kỷ giữa Thiện và Ác. Nhưng khốn nỗi, cả Crowley và Aziraphale lại thấy nuối tiếc thế giới của nhân loại. Thế giới con người vừa nhếch nhác, ngu xuẩn, lại vừa độc địa, thế nhưng nó cũng thú vị ghê gớm, đến nổi viễn cảnh phải sống ở một nơi toàn địa ngục hay toàn thiên đường trở nên không thể chịu đựng nổi với cả hai. Thiên thần và ác quỷ cùng tham gia vào một mưu đồ vừa khôn ngoan, vừa dớ dẩn, để cứu thế giới khỏi họa diệt vong.</p>

<p>Bạn đang cầm trên tay một cuốn sách về Tận Thể.</p>

<p>Chỉ xin cảnh báo, đây là một thứ tận thế rất lầy lội và khó đỡ!</p>

<p>NEIL GAIMAN</p>

<p>(10/11/1960) là nhà văn Anh gốc Do Thái, tác giả của nhiều tiểu thuyết, truyện ngắn, truyện tranh nổi tiếng. Ông là chủ nhân của nhiều giải thưởng danh giá, bao gồm giải thưởng Hugo, Nebula, và giải Bram Stoker, cùng với huân chương Newbery và Carnegie.</p>

<p>Chịu ảnh hưởng sâu sắc từ các thần thoại cổ xưa, Neil Gaiman được coi là một cây bút có biệt tài sáng tạo ra những thế giới hư cấu huyền hoặc mà người đọc một khi đặt chân vào thì không thể nào dứt khỏi.</p>

<p>Những tác phẩm của Nell Gaiman đã được Nhã Nam xuất bản:</p>

<p>• Coraline</p>

<p>• Bụi sao</p>

<p>• Đại dương cuối đường làng</p>

<p>• Còn sữa là còn hy vọng</p>

<p>• Thần thoại Bắc Âu</p>

<p>• Câu chuyện nghĩa địa</p>

<p>• Những vị thần nước Mỹ</p>

<p>TERRY PRATCHETT</p>

<p>(28/04/1948- 12/03/2015) là nghệ sĩ hài trào phúng người Anh, đồng thời cũng là tác giả của nhiều tiểu thuyết huyền ảo với giọng văn vui nhộn, châm biếm. Ông nổi tiếng nhờ chuỗi tiểu thuyết Thế giới hình đĩa gồm 41 tập. Pratchett được trao Huân chương Đế quốc Anh vào năm 1998, và được Nữ hoàng Anh phong tước Hiệp sĩ vào năm 2009, vì những cống hiến của ông cho thế giới văn chương.</p>

<p>Năm 1990, ông hợp tác cùng Neil Gaiman và cho ra đời cuốn sách Điềm lành: Những lời tiên tri tuyệt đích và chuẩn xác của phù thuy Agnes Nutter.</p>

<p>"Sometimes funny, always creepy, genuinely moving, this marvellous spine-chiller will appeal to readers from nine to ninety." - "Books for Keeps". "I was looking forward to "Coraline", and I wasn't disappointed. In fact, I was enthralled. This is a marvellously strange and scary book." - Philip Pullman, "Guardian". "If any writer can get the guys to read about the girls, it should be Neil Gaiman. His new novel "Coraline" is a dreamlike adventure. For all its gripping nightmare imagery, this is actually a conventional fairy story with a moral." - "Daily Telegraph". Stephen King once called Neil Gaiman 'a treasure-house of stories' and, in this wonderful novel, which has been likened to both "Alice in Wonderland" and the "Narnia Chronicles", we get to see Neil at his storytelling best.</p>

<p>Trigger Warning: Short Fictions And Disturbances</p>

<p>From 1 New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman, a wide-ranging assortment of short fiction that pierces the veil of reality to expose the enigmatic, shadowy world that lies beneath―one of ten classic Gaiman works repackaged with elegant original watercolor art by acclaimed artist Henry Sene Yee</p>

<p>“Beautiful, haunting . . . Evokes our wonder at the myths and imaginations of our childhoods.”—Washington Post</p>

<p>A brilliant writer and accomplished stylist whose creative genius is unparalleled, Neil Gaiman entrances with his literary alchemy, transporting us deep into the realm of imagination, where the fantastical becomes real and the mundane incandescent.</p>

<p>Abounding in miracles and terror, surprises and amusements, Trigger Warning is a rich compendium that illustrates the strength, breadth, and sheer genius of Gaiman’s storytelling mastery and demonstrates the breathtaking range and power of this artistic powerhouse who “dreams up stories as naturally as he breathes” (Slate).</p>

<p>The Sandman Book Of Dreams</p>

<p>An entrancing collection of stories based on the World Fantasy Award-winning Sandman comic book series by Neil Gaiman—the basis for the highly anticipated Netflix series and hailed by the Los Angeles Times Magazine as “the greatest epic in the history of comic books”—including contributions from Tori Amos, Clive Barker, Susanna Clarke, Tad Williams, and Gene Wolfe, &nbsp;among other celebrated names in fantasy and horror</p>

<p>There is a dark king who rules our dreams from a place of shadows and fantastic things. He is Morpheus, the lord of story. Older than humankind itself, he inhabits -- along with Destiny, Death, Destruction, Desire, Despair, and Delirium, his Endless sisters and brothers -- the realm of human consciousness. His powers are myth and nightmare -- inspirations, pleasures, and punishments manifested beneath the blanketing mist of sleep.</p>

<p>Surrender to him now.</p>

<p>Sandman: The Book of Dreams is a stunning collection of visions, wonders, horrors, hallucinations, and revelations from twenty-one incomparable dreamers – inspired by the groundbreaking, bestselling graphic novel phenomenon by Neil Gaiman.</p>

<p>Odd And The Frost Giants</p>

<p>Odd's luck has been bad so far. He lost his father on a Viking expedition, his foot was crushed beneath a tree, and the winter seems to be going on for ever. But when Odd flees to the woods and releases a trapped bear, his luck begins to change. The eagle, bear and fox he encounters reveal they're actually Norse gods, trapped in animal form by the evil frost giants who have conquered Asgard, the city of the gods...Can a twelve-year-old boy reclaim Thor's hammer, outwit the frost giants and release the gods? With Neil Gaiman's wit and style, this story transcends the everyday and becomes a humorous, rich and layered tale of a life lived courageously.</p>