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Kat Chapman

@katrionachapman.bsky.social

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Comics, books & zines. Also vlogs, travel, hiking and food! Author of 'Breakwater' and 'Follow Me In'. I also work for Avery Hill Publishing 📚

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 18d

My book’s coming out on the 20th January! Really looking forward to getting my hands on a copy 💚

www.fantagraphics.com/products/the...

#comics #graphicnovel

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 14h

Last year we started organising the @averyhill.bsky.social exhibition… this spring I was in the midst of detailed planning (like this wall space plan I made.) It’s unbelievable to see it all come together and look so good. 🥲 (Swipe to see a photo of it looked on opening day this weekend!)

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 2d

😊

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 2d

We were very lucky to get @artscouncilengland.bsky.social funding this year to send some creators overseas!
The amazing @toumeya.bsky.social is appearing at several events in the USA this weekend talking about her new book 'The Corus Wave.' Here's what she's up to!
#graphicnovel #book #ukcomics

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 2d

Some sneak peeks from the installation week of our exhibition at the Mercer Gallery! @katrionachapman.bsky.social was in Harrogate helping out, and the exhibition is looking INCREDIBLE.
It opens tomorrow & runs til April. Official launch party on 14th Nov as part of @thoughtbubbleuk.bsky.social! 🎉

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 3d

Now funding on Kickstarter!!!!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/ave...

Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 6d

Our Kickstarter for Was That Normal? by @avpotts.bsky.social goes live later this week.
If you've been following him on social media and love the free comic that he's been posting, then backing this is a great way to show your appreciation!
Follow the project here
www.kickstarter.com/projects/ave...

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 3d

Ahh 😍

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Andy Oliver @andywpoliver.bsky.social · 3d

So #comicsinthepub 9 years ago today. Work from @welsheldorado.bsky.social, @katrionachapman.bsky.social and @edieop.bsky.social.

Comics on a pub table by creators Nye Wright, Katriona Chapman and EdieOP.

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 3d

Two pages from my next book - out in January!
#comics #graphicnovel

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ShortBox Comics Fair @shortboxcomicsfair.bsky.social · 4d

On a short layover in Shanghai, Sunny visits her busy Aunt, Uncle and Grandpa who she hasn’t seen in almost twenty years- is this trip a mistake?

'Layover' is another opportunity to marvel at the textures and effects of Lis Xu's wonderful, emotionally resonant pencil work.

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 9d

Was That Normal? by @avpotts.bsky.social is funding on Kickstarter soon!
If you're a long-term Avery Hill follower, you'll recognise the character, Philip, from A Quiet Disaster! One of my favourite releases from when we could make shorter comics.
Follow the KS www.kickstarter.com/projects/ave...

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Chloë Green @okaychloegreen.bsky.social · 9d

Here it is, our life's work.

Thought Bubble Festival @thoughtbubbleuk.bsky.social · 9d

The Thought Bubble Comic Convention full programme is LIVE!!

Two days rammed with panels, workshops, guest signings, and loads, loads more. Why not start planning your weekend schedule?

Take a look: thoughtbubblefestival.com/conventionprogramme

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 10d

Some of the illustrations I did for bonus recipe pages for the French edition of my book. Coming out from @futuropolis.bsky.social early next year!
#comics #graphicnovel #illustratedrecipe #cocktail

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Comicsbeat @comicsbeat.bsky.social · 13d

Exclusive Preview: Dark fairytale THE WITCH’S EGG confronts domestic violence

Donya Todd's dark fairytale graphic novel, The Witch's Egg, hits shelves on October 7 from Avery Hill Publishing.

Exclusive Preview: Dark fairytale THE WITCH’S EGG confronts domestic violence

Donya Todd's dark fairytale graphic novel, The Witch's Egg, hits shelves on October 7 from Avery Hill Publishing.

www.comicsbeat.com

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 13d

🚨 WAS THAT NORMAL? by @avpotts.bsky.social has been acquired by Avery Hill!

This graphic novel captures that post-pandemic feeling of being stuck inside your own head, searching for spark, and wondering if you're getting everything wrong. Kickstarting next week! www.kickstarter.com/projects/ave...

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Rob Clough @robcloughhighlow.bsky.social · 16d

Here are all of the panels from this year's SPX: www.youtube.com/@SmallPressE...

SmallPressExpo

The Small Press Expo (SPX) is a registered 501(c)(3) that was created in 1994 to promote artists and publishers who produce independent comics.SPX hosts an annual festival that provides a forum for ar...

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Hannah Berry @streakofpith.bsky.social · 16d

Everyone who is behind this survey wants your voice to be counted. Everyone who is *boosting* this survey wants your voice to be counted.

Get this puppy filled in before midnight on Monday and be counted!!

ukcomicscreators.org.uk

A graphic for the Uk comics creator survey, saying: we’ve got questions; we need answers. Who’s in? With the URL ukcomicscreators.org.uk over a series of illustrated raised hands

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 16d

Just posted a new vlog! In it I do some London walking, including the Green Link Walk and also a mini tour of some of my favourite local historical buildings.
youtu.be/QDajFkdSAC4?...

#vlog #londonvlog #citywalks

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 16d

Have you got your copy of The Corus Wave by Karenza Sparks yet?
“The Corus Wave is an archaeological treasure hunt of the sort where the cat comes along for the ride, a friendship-driven ode to the joys of academic discovery!” - @paulcornell.bsky.social (Doctor Who, The Witches of Lychford novels)

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 18d

Thanks! ☺️

Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 18d

My book’s coming out on the 20th January! Really looking forward to getting my hands on a copy 💚

www.fantagraphics.com/products/the...

#comics #graphicnovel

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 19d

We've just put up the pre-launch page for our next Kickstarter; Was That Normal? by Alex Potts! Alex is a brilliant cartoonist who has been with us pretty much since the beginning and we're so happy that he's made another book!!!!! #comics
www.kickstarter.com/projects/ave...

Coming soon: Was That Normal? by Alex Potts

A thoughtful, absurd graphic novel telling the relatable story of one socially awkward hapless man’s journey through midlife.

www.kickstarter.com

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Comicsbeat @comicsbeat.bsky.social · 19d

ShortBox Comics Fair kicks off on October 1

Zainab Akhtar‘s annual ShortBox Comics Fair, an all-digital, indie comics convention, launches tomorrow, October 1st, 2025. The convention runs through the month of October, running until Halloween. Featuring over 100 comics creators, the event helps…

ShortBox Comics Fair kicks off on October 1

Zainab Akhtar‘s annual ShortBox Comics Fair, an all-digital, indie comics convention, launches tomorrow, October 1st, 2025. The convention runs through the month of October, running until Halloween. Featuring over 100 comics creators, the event helps connect independent artists with new readers.

www.comicsbeat.com

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Avery Hill Publishing @averyhill.bsky.social · 19d

⚠️ LAST CHANCE ⚠️

Don’t miss your shot at 20% OFF Claire Scully’s Wilderness Collection — three stunning art books in one beautiful hardcover!

Offer ending soon… use code WILDERNESS. averyhillpublishing.bigcartel.com/product/the-...

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 20d

Thank you! It’s about three friends who run a small restaurant business - their friendship and how they attempt to negotiate the pressures of their lives

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Kat Chapman @katrionachapman.bsky.social · 20d

The cover of the French edition of my new book!! So happy with how this looks ☺️
#comics #graphicnovel #bandedessinée