The Birthday Riots

In this single-issue graphic novel from NBM, writer-artist Nabiel Kanan presents a tense, atmospheric thriller set during the Notting Hill Carnival in London. The story follows a young man caught up in the chaos of a real-life riot, exploring themes of identity, community, and violence through Kanan's stark, expressive artwork. Published in 2001, The Birthday Riots stands as a potent, self-contained work that captures a specific cultural flashpoint with both intimacy and urgency.