Summary:

• Neil Gaiman faces multiple sexual assault allegations from eight women, leading to significant cancellations of his works.
• Dark Horse Comics has canceled forthcoming projects, including adaptations of "Good Omens" and "Anansi Boys."
• The staging of "Coraline – A Musical" has been called off by partnering theaters due to the ongoing allegations.
• Gaiman has denied the allegations, stating he has "never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone."
• The fallout continues as Gaiman's career faces uncertainty across various media including television and film adaptations.

Neil Gaiman's literary career is facing severe repercussions amidst a wave of sexual assault allegations. Following a detailed report by Los Angeles Times, where allegations from eight women were brought to light, Gaiman's publisher Dark Horse Comics announced it has ceased publishing his works, including the anticipated "Anansi Boys" comic series, after releasing only seven issues.

In the wake of these allegations, theater companies involved in producing "Coraline – A Musical" confirmed they would not proceed with the production. Scheduled to premiere at Leeds Playhouse in April, the co-producers stated, "After careful consideration, we feel it would be impossible to continue in the context of the allegations against its original author," according to a release covered by BBC.

These allegations, which range from coercive behavior to instances of BDSM misrepresentation, have cast a dark shadow over Gaiman’s prolific body of work. In his defense, Gaiman expressed his horror regarding the allegations, asserting in a statement on his website that he has "never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone," as noted in reports from The Guardian and USA Today.

Additionally, Gaiman's previously planned film adaptations—such as Disney's "The Graveyard Book" and the concluding season of the Amazon series "Good Omens"—have been placed on indefinite hold or restructured dramatically.

As public and industry reactions evolve, the future of Gaiman's works, including Netflix's adaptation of "The Sandman," now appears uncertain. Gaiman has produced numerous bestsellers, with over 50 million copies sold worldwide, and the impact of these allegations could have lasting effects on how audiences engage with his art.

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