Dark Horse Cuts Ties with Neil Gaiman After New Allegations

In view of the recent allegations of sexual harassment and abuse against him Neil GaimanComics publisher Dark Horse has ended its longtime relationship with the fantasy author. “We take the allegations against him seriously,” said dark horse“And we are no longer publishing his work.”

Earlier this month, the vulture Gaiman released an extensive, potentially triggering report detailing the alleged abuse directed at his victims. The story was previously published by various sources late last year and included new information of its own, including testimonials from victims. Over the decades, Dark Horse has published graphic novels written by Gaiman, or adapted his novels for formats, such as limited comic series. Anansi boys It is now ending in seven issues.

Dark Horse has taken the allegations against Neil Gaiman seriously and we are no longer publishing his work.

Confirms the cancellation of the Anansi Boys comic series and collected volumes.

— Dark Horse Comics (@darkhorsecomics) January 25, 2025

Mark BernardinCo-written by Kay Anansi comic, the published book ends earlier this week. While he was “incredibly proud” of the work he did with artist Sean Martinbrough, colorist Chris Sotomayor and cover artist David Mack, he said it all “pales” next to Gaiman’s work. “Dark Horse will not disclose any trades,” he wrote. “My heart breaks for the survivors and any pain that may come from seeing these books on the shelves.”

After the initial complaint against Neil Gaim More reportsAmazon has announced it will discontinue its TV adaptation good bad one with one 90 minute special. At the time of writing, the streamer has not revealed what it intends to do about it Anansi boys Adaptation– Not only is Gaiman an executive producer on the upcoming show, he also wrote its pilot and sixth episode. Likewise, Netflix has been quiet about how it will handle it Sandman Second seasonHe has previously written comics for companies such as DC Comics and Marvel.

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