IN THE CRACKS- A GRAPHIC NOVEL
In the Cracks is an ongoing graphic novel project exploring the lives of the people society overlooks.
Set in the spaces between mainstream narratives, these stories follow punks, former addicts, sex workers, activists, rough sleepers, ageing outsiders and those living precariously on the edges of modern Britain. They are the people who fall through the gaps in services, in communities and in public imagination — but who often build families, support networks and communities of their own in the spaces left behind.
At its heart, In the Cracks is not a story about victims or villains. It is a story about survival, resilience, humour, friendship and dignity. It is about people making art, making noise, making mistakes and making lives for themselves in a world that rarely makes room for them.
The project combines stark black-and-white graphic novel artwork with character-driven storytelling rooted in punk ethics, DIY culture and working-class communities. The stories are fictional, but draw inspiration from real experiences, real places and real people whose voices are often absent from traditional narratives.
Because sometimes the most interesting stories aren't happening in the spotlight, they are happening in the cracks.
Blood and Brass- OUT NOW
In the Yorkshire village of Bramwick, Rosie Fenn has always believed in tradition. For her, the brass band isn’t just a hobby — it’s family, history, and home. But when their beloved community hall, The Grange, is threatened by ruthless developer Danny Henshaw, Rosie finds herself fighting a battle she can’t win alone.
Nate Newell was once Bramwick’s prodigal son, now he's a jaded punk musician reluctantly back in his hometown following his father’s death. He left years ago chasing fame and freedom, leaving broken hearts behind — including Rosie’s. But saving The Grange means uniting the old with the new, and soon the pair find themselves thrust togther in a campaign to save The Grange.
As the music brings the village together, long-buried wounds resurface. Rosie must confront the truth about her marriage. Nate must face his past mistakes, his mental health struggles — and his lingering feelings for Rosie.
But with money running out, time against them, and old enemies closing in, saving The Grange will take more than a catchy tune.
Blood and Brass is a story about small town drama, second chances and the healing power of music.
Blood and Brass- OUT NOW
In the Yorkshire village of Bramwick, Rosie Fenn has always believed in tradition. For her, the brass band isn’t just a hobby — it’s family, history, and home. But when their beloved community hall, The Grange, is threatened by ruthless developer Danny Henshaw, Rosie finds herself fighting a battle she can’t win alone.
Nate Newell was once Bramwick’s prodigal son, now he's a jaded punk musician reluctantly back in his hometown following his father’s death. He left years ago chasing fame and freedom, leaving broken hearts behind — including Rosie’s. But saving The Grange means uniting the old with the new, and soon the pair find themselves thrust togther in a campaign to save The Grange.
As the music brings the village together, long-buried wounds resurface. Rosie must confront the truth about her marriage. Nate must face his past mistakes, his mental health struggles — and his lingering feelings for Rosie.
But with money running out, time against them, and old enemies closing in, saving The Grange will take more than a catchy tune.
Blood and Brass is a story about small town drama, second chances and the healing power of music.