Chris Shepherd
Crystal Palace and South London friends, get ready — this year’s South London Comic and Zine Fair just got even better. We’re thrilled to announce that Chris Shepherd will be joining the lineup with his very own table. Swing by on 19th July, 12–6pm, and grab your copy of Anfield Road — plus a selection … Read more
Helen Serafinowicz is a BAFTA winning English writer, producer and occasional performer best known for co‑creating Motherland, Nova Jones and the BBC spin‑off Amandaland. Helen shares a hand‑picked selection of short films that have shaped her creative world. There’s some comedy classics in there that shouldn’t be missed. The screening kicks off at 8pm and is on the 15th June. … Read more
Excitement is ramping up — because Chris Shepherd is heading to MCM London Comic Con on Friday 22 May, live in the South Hall at stand S2259. Central Saint Martins’ MA Character Animation crew are teaming up with Wimbledon College of Art, and trust me, this stand is going to be unmissable. Wimbledon’s team have … Read more
I’m heading back to Liverpool on 2nd May for an author talk at Liverpool Central Library, and I honestly can’t wait. I’ll be diving into Anfield Road, sharing stories behind the book, and talking about the films that shaped it. This one feels special — I used to sit in that very library, soaking up … Read more
The amazing Donegan Silk has written a song inspired by my graphic novel Anfield Road. It premiers tonight (20th April) at 8pm on the Chris Currie Presents show on Mersey radio. Why not tune in? Click here to join the show. Marc Kenny at In Demand Radio is also giving it a spin this evening, 9pm-11pm
As we count down to our Bar Shorts: Graphic Novel Special on Saturday 18th April, we’re thrilled to welcome an exceptional line‑up of guests: Lucy Sullivan, Astrid Goldsmith, Greg McLeod, and Chris Shepherd. We can now reveal the full programme of films that will open the event. The evening begins with one hour of short … Read more
What a week it’s been up in Liverpool. I’m still buzzing. I had the absolute privilege of seeing my debut graphic novel for Titan, Anfield Road, take on a life of its own as Homebaked Café and the Everton Library Trust hosted my first-ever exhibition dedicated to the book. And this wasn’t just a one‑night … Read more
I spent yesterday afternoon at Kirkby Gallery, where Jeff Young and Mike Badger are showing a remarkable collection of work. Their exhibition, The Sacred Memory Bank, brings together collage, handwritten fragments, and carefully chosen everyday objects to create a kind of shared autobiography. Walking through the space feels a bit like being invited into someone’s … Read more
Liverpool friends, something special is about to land on Anfield Road. After months of graft, excitement, and a whole lot of community spirit, our brand‑new Anfield Road exhibition is finally ready to open its doors. This project has been a true team effort. Huge thanks to Polly Mossley from the Everton Library Trust, and to … Read more
I’m very excited to share that Bar Shorts is hosting a special event on Saturday 18th April at 2PM, and we’ll be taking over the brilliant Garden Cinema for the afternoon. We’re calling it From Page to Frame — a celebration of filmmakers who also make graphic novels. I’ll be joined by the fantastic Astrid … Read more
