If I had the time and energy, I would tell you why Alan Moore is not only one of my favorite writers but, through the medium of his words and recordings, something of a personal guru (follow this link if you care to read, or re-read, one of my past ramblings about Moore and his work).

As it is, however, I have just enough time and energy at the moment to wish Mr. Moore a happy 50th birthday this November 18 and, in fine blog tradition, to provide a few links:

In the week of Alan Moore's 50th birthday and his intended retirement from mainstream comics, Ninth Art presents a look back at its coverage of the industry's greatest innovator, including our interview with the man himself. Ninth Art knows the score.

- The Alan Moore Index, via The Ninth Art, 17 November 2003 -

Also from The Ninth Art and previously linked in this space but well worth another read:

He's the most respected name in comics, but he's leaving it all behind to focus on multimedia performance and magic. To mark our 100th week, Ninth Art talks to Alan Moore about sorcery, opera, and psycho-geography.

- Snake Charmer: An Interview with Alan Moore, Frank Beaton, 31 March 2003 -

And, just a few of my favorites from the man in no particular order:

The Moon and Serpent Grand Egyptian Theatre of Marvels - a magickal working caught on tape!

Promethea - Bringing fire to the human race!

From Hell - Jack the Ripper reconsidered!

League of Extraordinary Gentlemen - A disparate group of literary characters unite for Queen and country. The 19th Century was never so much fun!