Books in Order: A Comprehensive Look at Renowned Author Robert Kirkman
Meet the illustrious American author Robert Kirkman, best known for his contribution to the world of post-apocalyptic horror novels. However, his fame extends far beyond this genre as he has amassed great acclaim as a comic book writer.
Detailed Bio of the Author
Robert Kirkman made a distinguished entry into the comic book arena with his groundbreaking creation, “The Walking Dead”. This series captivated audiences globally and was later adapted into a popular AMC TV series. Complementing his work on The Walking Dead, Kirkman’s repertoire includes other comic book series such as Battle Pope, Invincible, Outcast of Existence, Marvel Team-Up, Marvel Zombie, Irredeemable Anti-Man, Astounding Wolf-Man, and Haunt among others.
He demonstrated his entrepreneurial skills by self-publishing under his own label, Funk-O-Tron. He has also showcased his writing prowess for major comic houses, namely Image and Marvel. He now holds a partnership at Image Comics, being the only among current partners who wasn’t a founder.
Robert Kirkman’s Unique Writing Style
Kirkman’s writing style has the unique attribute of blending horror elements with emotion-rich narratives. His characters often grapple with their humanity, as they battle to survive in post-apocalyptic settings- a distinctive feature that keeps his readers glued to the pages.
His first graphic novel, Battle Pope: Genesis, exemplified his style and released under his private label Funk-O-Tron in 2001. His journey into novel-writing began ten years later with with Rise of the Governor in 2011.
Below is a list of Robert Kirkman’s books in order of when they were originally released:
