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Dave Sim

Dave Sim (born 17 May 1956) is a Canadian cartoonist and publisher, known for his comic book Cerebus, his artistic experimentation, his advocacy of self-publishing and creators' rights, and his controversial political and philosophical beliefs.

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Awards
Inkpot Award (1981)
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Cartoonist, Writer, Artist, Publisher, Letterer
Born
(1956-05-17) May 17, 1956 (age 70) Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Collaborators
Gerhard
Notable works
Cerebus

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Awards · 1
Dave Sim → Inkpot Award (1981)
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Dave Sim → (1956-05-17) May 17, 1956 (age 70) Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Collaborators · 1
Dave Sim → Gerhard
Notable works · 1
Dave Sim → Cerebus
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Dave SimCollaboratorsGerhard1.00infobox
Dave SimNotable worksCerebus1.00infobox
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