Rob Curley is a pioneer of Ireland’s booming small press and independent comic book scene

BEYOND the high-street newsagent shelves stocked with X-Men, Spider-Man, Batman, and 2000AD comics exists a vibrant world of independent comic creation throughout the length and breadth of the land, but very much concentrated in Dublin.

The last couple of years have seen an explosion in the comics industry here as Irish artists and writers are seeing their work in Marvel and DC titles, as well as 2000AD, while there many more self-publish their work.

Recognising the increasing scene of self-publishing, comic store Forbidden Planet Dublin announced its first ever Small Press Day event for this Saturday, July 9. The cream of Ireland’s small press scene will be out showcasing the diversity of comics work published in this country at the spacious Filmbase centre on Curved St.