Next and last stop for 2025 is Kracken Comics in Bebington, Wallasey, Liverpool. Tickets are just £8, and signed copies of the book will be available for £10. Perfect timing for those looking for a Christmas gift with heart and story. Liverpool friends — come on down, join the fun, and let’s celebrate together! Grab your tickets here … Read more
It’s going to be a busy weekend. We have more Anfield Road events coming up! Chris will be doing his last London event for a bit and makes his first appearance at an illustration festival! Folkestone Illustration Festival Folkestone, Kent 6–9 November Chris leads a masterclass and joins a panel with Astrid Goldsmith at Folkestone’s first-ever … Read more
ON THIS DAY 20 YEARS AGO… Pete Returned to the Forest Back in 2005, a strange little film burst onto the scene at the BFI London Film Festival. It was called Who I Am and What I Want, a black-and-white animated fever dream created by me and the inimitable David Shrigley. It told the story of … Read more
What a whirlwind of creativity, connection, and comic brilliance! Last week was an absolute joy as I dove headfirst into the Lakes International Comic Art Festival and the Encounters Film Festival. Two incredible events, one unforgettable week, and guess what? It’s not over yet! Mark your calendars: on 19th October at 4pm, I’ll be at … Read more
We’re thrilled to welcome the brilliant Chris Shepherd back to Encounters Film Festival on Thursday 25th September! To celebrate, Skwigly sat down with Chris for an exclusive interview where he dives into his creative journey—from acclaimed filmmaker to graphic novelist—with the release of his powerful new book, Anfield Road. Discover how Chris blends cinematic storytelling … Read more
Chris Shepherd is hitting the road again with his acclaimed graphic novel, Anfield Road — and we’ve just added a fresh wave of appearances across the UK this autumn. From animation festivals to literary gatherings, here’s where you can catch Chris live. Encounters Film Festival, Bristol Arnolfini, Bristol Thursday 25 September | 14:30 Chris joins Animated Encounters … Read more
On Saturday, November 1st, the Wantage Literary Festival welcomes a unique voice in graphic storytelling, Chris Shepherd, acclaimed filmmaker, writer, and now debut graphic novelist. At 10am in The Lockinge Room at The Beacon, Shepherd will present Anfield Road, a coming-of-age tale set in the gritty heart of late-1980s Liverpool. Whether you’re a fan of graphic … Read more
We’re thrilled to announce that Chris will be joining the lineup at this year’s SE London BookFest. A vibrant celebration of literature held in South East London, with a powerful mission to support local food banks. This year’s festival features an incredible roster of authors, including: Don’t Miss Out! Many events offer limited free tickets, but they’re going … Read more
