Neil Gaiman, the bestselling fantasy author, denied sexual abuse allegations made by eight women in an explosive New York magazine article.

The 'Sandman' and 'American Gods' author is the subject of a New York Magazine cover story, which features accusations from eight women, including four who previously spoke out.

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Best-selling British author Neil Gaiman released a statement Wednesday denying he had ever engaged in non-consensual sex after a magazine this week published allegations from several women, accusing him of sexual assault.