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John Bolton
The Books of Magic
Timothy Hunter, a young boy, discovers he is destined to become the most powerful magician in the world. This series follows his journey as he learns about magic, facing both its wonders and its dangers. It's a coming-of-age story set in a world where magic is real but often hidden.
The original four-issue miniseries, also titled The Books of Magic, serves as the foundational entry. Following this, the ongoing series continues Timothy Hunter's story, with various spin-offs and related titles expanding the universe.
The series is set within the broader DC Comics universe, specifically the Vertigo imprint, and features appearances by characters from other Gaiman works, most notably The Sandman.
The original miniseries was adapted into a film in 2022, and there have been discussions and attempts at other adaptations over the years.
While Neil Gaiman created the initial miniseries, subsequent ongoing series and related titles have featured a variety of acclaimed writers and artists, including John Ney Rieber, Peter Gross, and Si Spencer.