Neil Gaiman

Neil Richard MacKinnon Gaiman, born on November 10, 1960, is a renowned English author known for his diverse work in various literary genres such as short fiction, novels, comic books, graphic novels, audio theatre, and films. His notable works include the acclaimed comic book series "The Sandman," as well as novels like "Stardust," "American Gods," "Coraline," and "The Graveyard Book." Gaiman has received numerous accolades for his work, including the prestigious Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker awards. He is also the recipient of the Newbery and Carnegie medals, making him the first author to win both these honors for the same work, "The Graveyard Book" (2008). In 2013, his novel "The Ocean at the End of the Lane" was voted as Book of the Year in the British National Book Awards.