Wed Jan 15 17:34:45 UTC 2025: ## Acclaimed Author Neil Gaiman Denies Multiple Sexual Assault Allegations

**NEW YORK, January 14, 2025** — Acclaimed author Neil Gaiman has vehemently denied multiple accusations of sexual assault and misconduct leveled against him by eight women in a recent New York Magazine article. The article, titled “There is No Sage Word,” details allegations spanning over two decades, including claims of rape, coercion, and non-consensual BDSM.

Gaiman, known for works such as *The Sandman* and *American Gods*, issued a statement on his website stating, “I have never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone. Ever.” However, the allegations, initially reported by Tortoise Media’s podcast “Master: the allegations against Neil Gaiman,” paint a starkly different picture.

The accusations include claims from a former nanny who alleges assault in Gaiman’s New Zealand home, a former fan who describes a years-long abusive relationship, and a former caretaker who alleges coercion and the signing of a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). Four additional women have come forward with similar accusations of coercive and abusive sexual encounters. Several of the women allege that Gaiman demanded they refer to him as “master.”

While Gaiman’s representatives previously argued that consensual BDSM is lawful, the New York Magazine article emphasizes the lack of consent and the power imbalance inherent in the relationships described. At least two women reportedly signed NDAs, subsequently broken to share their stories. One accuser has filed a police report in New Zealand, though the investigation was reportedly dropped.

The literary community has reacted with a noticeable lack of immediate widespread condemnation, prompting criticism from prominent authors like J.K. Rowling, who drew parallels to the Harvey Weinstein case. Rowling tweeted her concern about the muted response, highlighting the similarities in the accounts and questioning the industry’s reaction.

Gaiman’s public image as a feminist and defender of trans rights adds another layer of complexity to the unfolding story. The allegations have triggered intense debate and discussion online, particularly given his past public stances on social justice issues. The investigation continues.

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