Manchester Comics and Reading Festival has just been added to the convention list on our sister site!

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The MCR festival organisers introduce the event below, and have a selection of excellent artists and writers signed up to exhibit!

“From the team that bought you Oldham Comic Con we have our newest FREE TO ATTEND event. We are happy to present Manchester Comics and Reading Festival – MCR. Coming to Manchester Central Library on the 18th of August.

This is a triple event special. That’s right three in one day. We have a traditional comic event, an anime / manga showcase and a cosplay event all rolled into one day and venue but in three very distinct zones. Meet creators, join us for seminars, enjoy our comic trade and celebrate your fandom.”

The event has a range…