Mike Carey
Mike Carey
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Michael Francis Carey is commonly known as Mike Carey.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on March 15, 1959, in Cleveland, Ohio. Unfortunately, there is no public information available regarding his date of death.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Mike Carey holds American nationality and has worked primarily as a comic book writer, novelist, and screenwriter.
Early Life and Background
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Carey grew up in the Hough neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. His early life was marked by exposure to urban poverty and violence, experiences that would later influence his work. He developed an interest in comics at a young age and began creating his own stories as a teenager. After dropping out of high school, Carey worked various jobs before enrolling in college.
Major Accomplishments
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Mike Carey's writing career spans several decades and multiple formats. His notable works include:
The Sandman: Carey wrote the critically acclaimed storyline "Season of Mists," which redefined the series' narrative direction.
LXG (League of Extraordinary Gentlemen): He contributed to this popular graphic novel series, teaming up with Alan Moore and Kevin O'Neill.
Hellblazer: Carey took over the writing duties for this iconic DC/Vertigo series, revamping its tone and style.Notable Works or Actions
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In addition to his work on established titles, Mike Carey has created several original comic book series:
The Unwritten: A critically acclaimed ongoing series that explores the intersection of reality and fiction.
The House of Lost Horrors: A horror-themed graphic novel that delves into themes of mental illness and addiction.Impact and Legacy
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Carey's influence can be seen in various aspects of the comic book industry:
Pushing Boundaries: His work often pushed against genre conventions, blurring lines between fantasy, science fiction, and reality.
* Innovative Storytelling: Carey has employed unconventional narrative structures and non-linear storytelling techniques to captivate readers.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Mike Carey is widely recognized for his unique blend of intellectualism and emotional depth in his writing. His willingness to tackle complex, often taboo subjects has earned him a reputation as a bold and innovative storyteller.
Quotes by Mike Carey
Mike Carey's insights on:
Fear is a serviceable tool, I suppose. Like the stalls in a battery farm. If you want to keep people from their collective strength, make them too afraid of each other to ever meet or talk.
It wasn’t what I was expecting, but like I’ve always said: if life gives you lemmings, jump off a cliff.
You move on. You move back. On because you’re always getting older, back because there’s always a set of habits and routines to catch you and suck you back in when your guard is down.
You’re a vampire, Richie. And I’ve got a gun the size of Nebraska. What’s the worst that could happen?
At least the smoke would give me a little cover; it was also choking me, making my eyes water and my lungs ache and spasm with each breath, but you can’t have everything.
Happy Families. What’s that all about, eh? A bloody busted flush is what it is. You surround yourself with other people so the night doesn’t seem quite so dark. Shout down the sound of the wind with arguments about whose turn it is to wash the dishes. Best not to kid yourself. Best not to give any hostages to fortune. You’re on your own in the end. Always. Where else would you want to be?
I’m not going to heal. Not if healing means shrugging your shoulders and saying ‘Life goes on’. Life doesn’t go on.