The Skybound Store exclusive variant hardcover THE ART OF AMC'S THE WALKING DEAD UNIVERSE is now available for pre-order.

The press release follows:

Media Release -- AMC Networks, Skybound Entertainment, and Image Comics unveiled superstar artists David Finch & Dave McCaig's limited edition cover to The Art of AMC's The Walking Dead Universe. Available now for pre-order at the Skybound store this rare cover brings fan-favorite Daryl Dixon (portrayed by Norman Reedus) to life in the iconic style popularized by the hit comic book series The Walking Dead Deluxe.

"This is the first time that Daryl Dixon has been brought to life in comic book form by Skybound and we couldn't be more thrilled to have David Finch & Dave McCaig do the honors with their incomparable style," said Sean Mackiewicz, SVP, Editor-in-Chief, Skybound Entertainment. "The Art of AMC's The Walking Dead Universe is an essential must-read for any fan of the hit AMC series and we're thrilled to offer this limited-edition version right now for fans who want to own a special piece of TWD history."

Available at comic shops on September 29, 2021 and everywhere books are sold on October 5, 2021, The Art of AMC's The Walking Dead Universe is an in-depth compilation of behind-the-scenes pre-production and production art from all three of AMC's iconic The Walking Dead series and will feature never-before-seen original sketches, concept art, storyboards, special product illustrations, and more from the shows inspired by Robert Kirkman's comic book turned pop-culture phenomenon.

Marking AMC Networks' first venture into book publishing, The Art of AMC's The Walking Dead Universe also features an introduction by Chief Content Officer of  The Walking Dead  Universe Scott M. Gimple and fun facts from creators and crew members on all three series.  

The Art of AMC's The Walking Dead Universe standard edition can be pre-ordered right now everywhere books are sold, in both print and digital formats, along with  Skybound.com  and  TWDUshop.com. The David Finch variant will only be available at the Skybound Store for pre-order while supplies last.

ABOUT  AMC  NETWORKS
AMC Networks is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content. Its portfolio of brands includes  AMC, BBC AMERICA (operated through a joint venture with BBC Studios), IFC, SundanceTV, WE tv, IFC Films, and a number of fast-growing streaming services, including the AMC+ premium streaming bundle, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now and ALLBLK (formerly branded "UMC").  AMC  Studios, the Company's in-house studio, production and distribution operation, is behind award-winning owned series and franchises, including  The Walking Dead, the highest-rated series in cable history. The Company also operates  AMC  Networks International, its international programming business, and Levity Entertainment Group, its production services and comedy venues business.

ABOUT SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT
Skybound Entertainment is a multiplatform content company that works closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending their stories to further platforms including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. The company is the home of notable properties including The Walking Dead, Invincible, and Super Dinosaur.

Skybound holds strategic partnerships across the entertainment industry, and has the in-house capabilities to serve as publisher, producer, and global distributor for tabletop and video games. On screen, Skybound holds a first-look television deal with Amazon Studios and a first-look movie deal with Universal. Additional partnerships include comic book publishing with Image Comics, book publishing with Simon & Schuster, and a first-look narrative audio deal with Audible. Skybound also houses a variety of unique creators and their IP, including Kristian Harloff and his pop-culture movie trivia platform the Schmoedown Entertainment Network, and printmaking expert Peter Santa Maria's Attack Peter brand.

ABOUT IMAGE COMICS
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of bestselling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has six individuals on the Board of Directors: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, Jim Valentino, and Eric Stephenson. It consists of five major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline Comics, Skybound Entertainment, and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.