Robert Kirkman

Born 1978 Richmond KY 415 series, 522 with collected and international editions 2,219 issues

9 awards

Robert Kirkman is an American comic writer best known for creating The Walking Dead and Invincible. Both became major hits on TV and streaming. He founded Skybound Entertainment, an Image Comics imprint built around creator ownership.

Name

Robert Kirkman

Issues

2,219

Series

522

Collected Editions

International Editions

Titles

Awards

Rudolph-Dirks-Award - Bester Künstler - North America - Best Scenario (2016), Gran Guinigi Award - Miglior Sceneggiatore (2015), Troféu HQ Mix - Roteirista estrangeiro (Best Foreign Writer) (2014), Troféu HQ Mix - Roteirista estrangeiro (Best Foreign Writer) (2013), Inkpot Award (2012), Shel Dorf Awards - Writer of the Year (2011), Harvey Award - Best Writer (2010), Peng! - Der Münchner Comicpreis - Bester Comic aus den USA (2007), Wizard Fan Awards - Favorite Breakout Talent (2004)

Gender

Male

Birth Date

November 30, 1978

Birth Place

Richmond KY

Country

United States

Links

www.kirkmania.com

Series

The Walking Dead Deluxe (2020)

Image Comics, Skybound

146 issues

Void Rivals (2023)

Image Comics, Skybound

35 issues

Capes (2025)

Image Comics, Skybound

9 issues

Terminal (2026)

Image Comics

3 issues

Invincible Universe: Battle Beast (2025)

Image Comics

12 issues

Transformers (2023)

Image Comics, Skybound

36 issues

Invincible Universe: Capes (2026)

Collected Edition

Image Comics

2 issues

ROM (2026)

One-Shot

Skybound

Void Rivals Deluxe Edition (2025)

Collected Edition

Image Comics

1 issue

Energon Universe 2026 Special (2026)

One-Shot

Image Comics

Issues

#146

Issue #146

The Walking Dead Deluxe (2020)

Oct 07, 2026

#35

Issue #35

Void Rivals (2023)

Oct 28, 2026

#145

Issue #145

The Walking Dead Deluxe (2020)

Sep 16, 2026

#144

Issue #144

The Walking Dead Deluxe (2020)

Sep 02, 2026

#143

Issue #143

The Walking Dead Deluxe (2020)

Aug 19, 2026

#142

A Gathering

The Walking Dead Deluxe (2020)

Aug 05, 2026

#33

Issue #33

Void Rivals (2023)

Aug 26, 2026

#10

Issue #10

Capes (2025)

Aug 26, 2026

Issue #2

Terminal (2026)

Aug 26, 2026

Issue #1

Terminal (2026)

Jul 22, 2026

Lists

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The Most Influential Comic Book Writers Ever

Ranked

versedb Staff

Writers who shaped the comic book medium and whose work continues to influence storytelling today. These creators pushed boundaries, redefined genres, and left an indelible mark on how we tell stories in comics.

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