Chris to Appear at Animated Encounters in Bristol! We’re thrilled to announce that Chris will be appearing at Animated Encounters, one of the UK’s most vibrant celebrations of animation and storytelling. The event takes place at the iconic Arnolfini in Bristol, and Chris will be joining the lineup on Friday at 14:30. Chris will be discussing his latest … Read more
To celebrate the Liverpool Forbidden Planet, I was invited to do a signing alongside legendary horror writer Ramsey Campbell. It was such a fun day, and a real privilege to return to the shop for a second time—especially since Liverpool is my favourite place in the world. I thought I’d share a few pictures from … Read more
THE STORY CONTINUES: Anfield Road Heads to Liverpool The summer is over but the book tour isn’t slowing down! Next up, Chris Shepherd will be at Forbidden Planet in Liverpool, marking the exciting refit of the Bold Street store with a book signing event on 9th August at 3:30PM. It’s a brilliant opportunity to meet Chris in person and … Read more
What an inspiring time we had at the Newark Book Festival! On 12th July, Newark Town Hall played host to a lively and thought-provoking discussion about creativity that left audiences buzzing. Chris Shepherd captivated attendees with insights into his project Anfield Road, offering a glimpse into the heart and grit of storytelling. Lucy Mangan enchanted the room as … Read more
The tour continues with Chris Shepherd’s latest appearance at the Repton Festival, hosted by the Inferno Book Club. In a special talk dedicated to the memory of Diogo Jota, Chris shared personal stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and the creative journey behind his debut graphic novel. Big thanks to Derby University’s Tom Craig who hosted the event and … Read more
One of the unexpected highlights of Anfield Road had the audience beaming—Chris’s captivating readings. So, we thought we’d keep that spirit alive by sharing a little treat from the Cardiff Animation Weekender. In this snippet edited by Copa Cymru, Chris brings to life a charming passage about Conor’s unforgettable first date. Sit back, relax, and … Read more
Chris Shepherd makes his programme debut and looks ahead to his upcoming stint at the 10th Newark Book Festival with Merryn Hobson, Oliver Castle and Alex Lewczuk followed by features on the possible end of the North/South Divide with Jack Marriner Brown, Playcations with Gemma Brown and gardening tips with Simon Akeroyd. Taryn Kay, Hannah … Read more
Anfield Road & Viking Legends at Repton Book Festival! This year’s Repton Book Festival is set to be an unforgettable journey through history, storytelling, and adventure. On Sunday 6th July at 2:30 PM, Chris will take the stage in the Fumeau Classroom at Repton School to delve into Anfield Road—bringing its stories to life with … Read more
Chris will appear at Newark Book Festival on the 12th July. He will be talking about creative battles with Gille Ford, Eleanor Tomlinson and The Guardian’s Lucy Mangan. Gillie Ford is a retired secretary and HR manager from Nottingham, known for competing in The Great British Sewing Bee (2023). Passionate about sewing since childhood, she studied French … Read more
We’ve got something special in store—literally! To make Chris’s signing even more memorable, we’re rescheduling the event to June, aligning it with the grand launch of the brand-new Forbidden Planet Liverpool store. This means even bigger celebrations, an even better atmosphere, and the perfect opportunity to mark the occasion in style! We’ll be announcing the new date very soon, so stay tuned … Read more
