Art Matters

Art Matters by Neil Gaiman is a stirring call to creativity and imagination, urging readers to embrace the power of art in their everyday lives. This captivating book is a collection of Gaiman's speeches, poems, and creative manifestos, beautifully illustrated by Chris Riddell. Through these diverse formats, Gaiman weaves a narrative that is both motivational and thought-provoking, advocating for the importance of artistic expression in fostering a brighter and more imaginative world.

Described as a 'bedtime story for the rest of your life', Art Matters is a guide to living more creatively. It encourages shedding the fear of failure, daring to be different, and realising that 'things can be different'. The book encapsulates Gaiman's deep belief that the act of creating—whether it’s drawing, writing, or any form of art—can transform not only individual lives but the world at large.

Neil Gaiman passionately wrote, 'The world always seems brighter when you've just made something that wasn’t there before.' Art Matters is a testament to this vision, representing Gaiman's unflagging advocacy for artistic endeavour. This volume brings together a curated selection of Gaiman’s most compelling arguments for why art is essential to civilisation, and why it matters more than ever in today's rapidly changing world.

This paperback edition includes stunning new illustrations of 'Going Wodwo', adding another layer of beauty and meaning to Gaiman’s words. Chris Riddell’s illustrations seamlessly complement the text, making the book not just a read, but an experience to be savoured and revisited.

What readers are saying about Art Matters:

'A rallying cry for all artists and creators.'

'Just the injection of positive thinking I needed.'

'What a gorgeous, sweet, and very, very wise little book.'

'You don't know it yet, but it's likely you need this book.'

'I feel artistically charged up for the first time in ages.'

Be bold. Be rebellious. Choose art. It matters.