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The Book Show #1328 - Neil Gaiman

    Neil Gaiman, one of the world's most beloved fantasy authors, is known for his eclectic work including: The Sandman, Stardust, American Gods, Coraline and The Graveyard Book.

Now he's written his first novel for adults in eight years, The Ocean at the End of the Lane - a bewitching and harrowing tale of mystery and survival, and memory and magic which makes the impossible all too real.

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**Web extra - Neil Gaiman talks about pride in his work, accents, and recording the audio book.**

This is an Off The Shelf edition of The Book Show, presented by Northshire Bookstore and taped live in front of an audience at The Saratoga City Center.

Originally aired as The Book Show #1303.

Joe talks to people on the radio for a living. In addition to countless impressive human "gets" - he has talked to a lot of Muppets. Joe grew up in Philadelphia, has been on the area airwaves for more than 25 years and currently lives in Washington County, NY with his wife, Kelly, and their dog, Brady. And yes, he reads every single book.
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