I could bring another book to get signed. Neil promised to
stay until everyone got their books signed. I dutifully bought a copy of American Gods. Just
a paperback. Not a first edition. It’s one of the iconic pieces he’s known for.
He is another of my SDCC bucket list signatures. For years he’s been there but I’ve never had
any success. This was an excellent opportunity
to cross him off and relax and enjoy the experience.
I swear the day of the signing was a full moon. I got there later than I wanted. Work kept me late and traffic was bad. The
evening sun blazed down on us as we waited in line. Sweat soaked through my shirt. Even when we
turned the corner and avoided the glare, it was stifling. The event started late. Inside the theater, it was
over 80 degrees. I continued to sweat.
