But You Have Friends Launch Party With Emilia McKenzie

We're beyond thrilled to annouce a launch party with the amazing Emilia McKenzie for the launch of her new graphic memoir, But You Have Friends from Top Shelf. Emilia will be joining us on Friday 11th August, from 7pm.

We're big fans of Emilia's comics at the shop and have been stocking her fantastic sci-fi comics that she makes under the alias of Emix Regulus for a while. But You Have Friends marks her first graphic memoir, a heartfelt and bittersweet comic recollecting the friendship between Emilia and a close friend who sadly died. Here are some words from the publisher:

When a dear friend dies by suicide, Emilia is left with only memories. Full of humor and poignancy, this graphic memoir is a meditation on the meaning of friendship and a love letter to an irreplaceable friend.

Emilia first met Charlotte in their school locker room in the late ’90s. They quickly bonded over indie music, feminist literature, a love of purple, and a shared sense of outsiderness. Their joyful, intense friendship evolved through the years—until Charlotte died in 2018 following a long struggle with depression.

Now, Emilia assembles her memories into a graphic memoir reflecting on the bond they shared and the ways it shaped them. As they pass in and out of each other’s lives, teenage ideals collide with adult realities, prompting reflections about the meaning of friendship.

But You Have Friends is a tender tribute to an irreplaceable friend and a sharply observed, personal account of the aftermath of loss. It is also a humorous, candid memorial that will resonate with anyone who has ever loved.

Come celebrate this launch with Emilia and ourselves on Friday 11th August, from 7-9pm. You'll be able to pre-order a signed copy of the book from our website too, for mail order or collection, by clicking here.

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