genre-blending

The novel is described as a mix of thriller, murder mystery, travel guide, history, and dark humor, defying simple categorization.

1 chapter across 1 book

American Gods (2001)Neil Gaiman

16. MAY 28, 2001: THE LAW OF TYPOS; THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

This chapter is a meta-textual journal entry by Neil Gaiman reflecting on the completion and publication process of his novel American Gods. Gaiman discusses the challenges of writing and editing the book, the thematic ambitions behind it, and his efforts to ensure authenticity in details such as coin magic. He also shares insights into the nature of the novel as a complex, genre-blending work that explores the soul and mythic depths of America.