Summary
The upcoming graphic novel adaptation ofGood Omenshas the book’s author,Neil Gaiman, excited for the project. The Kickstarter campaign for theGood Omensgraphic novel reached its funding goal within minutes, followed bymaking $3 million overall.To say that both fans andcreators alike were shockedwould be an understatement – but now that initial feeling has passed, andGaiman describes himself as “amazed and impressed.”
Through Kickstarter, Gaiman offered an updateon artist and writer Colleen Doran’s illustrated adaptation ofGood Omens, continuing the expansion of the franchise across mediums. Initially a novel co-authored by Gaiman and the late Terry Pratchett,Good Omenshas recently developed an even wider fandom, thanks to thetelevision adaptation of the original book.
Doran’s graphic novel version of the story is highly anticipated by its legion of backers, but it has also been cause for celebration for Gaiman and the Pratchett estate.
BeforeThe Cult of Lamb’sKickstarterbroke its record this year,Good Omenswas among the fastest campaigns in the crowdfunding platform’s history to reach, and exceed, its original goal.
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Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett’s Estate Offer An Update On The “Good Omens” Graphic Novel
Why They’re Excited About The Project
Both [Rob] Wilkins and [Neil} Gaiman sing nothing but high praise for Colleen Doran, and rightfully so. Good Omens is already a deeply personal tale for Doran…and now she’s tackling the project while going through a deeply personal recovery.
The originalGood Omensnovel – subtitled’The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch'– was published in 1990. Co-author Terry Pratchett passed away in 2015. Rob Wilkins served as the manager of the Pratchett Estate, and thus, is deeply involved with the Kickstarter for the graphic novel adaptation.
In regard to theGood Omensschedule update, the announcement reveals that despite the graphic novel’s artist, illustrator and colorist, Colleen Doran, dealing with health issues, she’s working hard to prep the novel. The Terry Pratchett Estate still wants to prioritize her well-being, and thus, the new projected schedule will see the launch of the Good Omens HQ store – featuring new merchandise – in fall 2024,with the publication of the graphic novel coming in spring 2025. In the meantime, Neil Gaiman had this to say:
I’ve been amazed and impressed by how much Colleen has done so far, despite dealing with health issues. We are proud of her and her dedication to adapting Good Omens with such care, and look forward to holding the finished books in our hands.
As Gaiman and Rob Wilkins explained, the finished product will be well worth readers' patience.
Wilkins followed up on Gaiman’s words with this statement:
Colleen is doing a fantastic job bringing the graphic novel to life. We’re absolutely delighted with each and every page and it is essential she can work comfortably whilst giving the book the time it deserves. She has our full support and we can’t wait for you to see the results.
Both Wilkins and Gaiman sing nothing but high praise for Colleen Doran, and rightfully so. Good Omens is already a deeply personal tale for Doran, inconnection to her family, and now she’s tackling the project while going through a deeply personal recovery from cancer. The fact that she remains both dedicated and efficient in her efforts to complete the project is nothing less than commendable. Regardless of any schedule changes, readers should rest assured that the time is being put in to assure a quality release.
Few people are closer toGood Omensthan Neil Gaiman, and if he gives his approval, readers should know that something special is coming soon.
Colleen Doran’s “Good Omens” Adaptation Will Be Released In Spring 2025
The Highly Anticipated Kickstarter Project Will Be Completed ASAP
The running theme of theGood Omensgraphic novel has been that those involved are working effortless to create something that’s unique from what the TV show offered more recently, or even what theoriginalGood Omensbookoffered. Colleen Doran outrightstopped watching the showso that she could offer something fresh. It appears that Gaiman recognizes that effort, ashe seems just as excited as any other fan would and should be. Few people arecloser toGood Omensthan Neil Gaiman, and if he gives his approval, readers should know that something special is coming soon.
Good Omens
Cast
Based on the bestselling novel by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, Good Omens follows an angel and demon as they attempt to defy the forces of Heaven and Hell to avert the apocalypse. With Pratchett and Gaiman’s funny and irreverent style shining through, Good Omens stars Michael Sheen and David Tennant as Aziraphale and Crowley, with a larger cast that includes John Hamm, Francis McDormand, and Michael McKean.
