Darryl Cunningham

Darryl Cunningham, born in 1960, is a British cartoonist and author known for his meticulously researched non-fiction graphic works. He entered the comics field in the early 1990s, contributing to anthologies like *Fast Fiction* before turning to long-form journalism. Cunningham’s signature style combines clean, clear linework with a restrained palette, often using a deadpan visual approach to unpack complex political and scientific subjects.

He is best known for books such as *Psychiatric Tales*, *How to Fake a Moon Landing* (released in the US under that title), *The Age of Selfishness*, and *Billionaires: The Lives of the Rich and Powerful*. His work frequently collaborates with the reader’s intellect rather than with a named co-writer, as he serves as both writer and artist. Cunningham’s notable co-creations include the graphic biography *Putin’s Russia: Rise of a Dictator* and the economic critique *Supercrash*.

His later career has focused on long-form explanatory comics, earning him a reputation as a clear-eyed chronicler of power and misinformation. While major industry awards have not been a central feature of his profile, his books are widely used in educational settings for their accessible yet rigorous approach. Cunningham continues to produce work that challenges readers to think critically about the stories they are told.