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Book tour next stops: MCM LONDON COMIC CON and FORBIDDEN PLANET LIVERPOOL reopening.

By: Chris Shepherd

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A Huge Thanks to Cardiff Animation Weekender!

A massive thank you to Cardiff Animation Weekender for welcoming Chris—it was an incredible weekend filled with amazing films and wonderful people. The event culminated in a fascinating talk at Chapter Arts Centre about Anfield Road, featuring a special reading from the book. For those who missed it, the talk will be available online for a limited time—stay tuned for details!

Next Stop: MCM London Comic Con!

Chris is gearing up for MCM London Comic Con, where he’ll be at Artist Alley, Table M17 alongside his longtime collaborator Paul Hatcher. Paul, known for creating the 43rd World Stareout Championship featured in the cult BBC sketch show Big Train, will be there selling his work alongside Chris and many other talented artists. Get your tickets here.

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Forbidden Planet Liverpool Reopens!

Chris will be at Comic Con from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th May, and on Saturday at 1:15 PM, he’ll be taking to the Artist Alley Stage for a panel with the brilliant Norm Konyu, Dave Cook, and Monty Nero! Expect inspiring conversations, creative insights, and a fantastic lineup of talent you won’t want to miss. Tickets are available now!

Exciting news for fans in Liverpool—Forbidden Planet, Bold Street, Liverpool is reopening following a refit, and Chris is honoured to be invited for a book signing at 2 PM on Saturday 31st May. This is a great chance to check out the new-look store, meet Chris, and grab a signed copy of his book. Best of all? It’s completely free! Come down and say hi!

Anfield Road in Contention for the Prestigious Ringo Awards!

The excitement keeps building! Anfield Road has been making waves in the literary world and is now officially in the running for this year’s coveted Ringo Awards—a prestigious honour celebrating excellence in categories such as Best Cartoonist, Best Writer, Best Series, and Best Webcomic.

What makes the Ringo Awards special? They blend professional and fan nominations, ensuring the most deserving works receive recognition. Now is your chance to cast your vote and support Anfield Road on its incredible journey! Head to the official website and let your voice be heard—every vote plays a part in literary history!

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Don’t Miss Out on Anfield Road!

If you haven’t grabbed a copy yet, now is the perfect time! Anfield Road continues to captivate readers and push artistic boundaries—and it’s just a click away.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, don’t miss the chance to own this remarkable piece of literary artistry. Head to the website for all available purchase options and dive into the magic today!

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