Getting Into ‘The Graveyard Book’ With Neil Gaiman

By Zack Smith
One of comics’ most popular and acclaimed creators, Neil Gaiman has earned a new wave of acclaim for his lasted children’s novel, The Graveyard Book, published by HarperCollins. It’s the story of Nobody “Bod” Owens,” a young child who survives the murder of his family, only to find a new family of protectors among the ghosts of a nearby graveyard. Filled with terrifying creatures, action, humor and heart, Gaiman has called The Graveyard Book one of his favorite works.
We were granted a few minutes out of his crowded schedule to talk about The Graveyard Book, his creative process, and his upcoming projects. And yes, we tried to get a hint about his upcoming Batman story for DC…