My favorite of all of Clive Barker’s work is his book, Imajica (1991).  I am not one to read books more than one time, but I have read this book three times. Each time has been a different and incredible journey for me.  I have also recommended this book to many and given away many copies (even my signed one!) to people hoping they will enjoy the book as well.
The theatre was packed full and I was nervous to raise my hand.  Once called on by Clive Barker (heart beating so fast I can barely hear my own voice) I didn’t ask a question, so much as had a plea.  I praised the book Imajica to him and simply asked that he not make it into a movie.  He talked about how Imajica was his own journey with being gay and exploring his feelings about sexuality and his thoughts and experiences around religion and God.  He agreed that many readers get different things out of this book and because of the depth and intricacies he agreed it would not translate to film.  Whew!

I still remember how beautiful it felt to just be in the same room at Clive Barker ~ I went to the signing after and continue follow Clive Barker on his many journeys of creative expression….. ~