ROB LIEFELD Covers WALKING DEAD for AMAZING ARIZONA COMIC CON

Legendary Creator of Deadpool, X-Force teams up with Robert Kirkman

AMAZING ARIZONA COMIC CON is proud to announce the return of legendary comic creator ROB LIEFELD back to Phoenix.  Liefeld will be joining Headline Guest ROBERT KIRKMAN and Skybound Entertainment in producing an exclusive variant cover to WALKING DEAD #1.

As a special bonus to every person who purchases a regular priced admission, the Walking Dead #1 Exclusive Variant by Liefeld will be given away FREE as our special gift to our fans!

Rob Liefeld is best known for creating the most popular Marvel creations such as Deadpool, X-Force, and Cable.  He is a founding father of Image Comics, launching the brand in 1992 changing comics industry forever.  He is teaming up with Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman for this special exclusive cover to Walking Dead #1.  Both Rob Liefeld and Robert Kirkman will be available to sign your copy of Walking Dead #1 Exclusive Variant Edition, as well as your favorite comics, toys, and more.  They will be meeting fans, signing autographs, and active in the Amazing Arizona Comic Con Programming.

The limited edition Black and White variant will be sold exclusively at the Skybound booth at Amazing Arizona Comic Con.

 The Amazing Arizona Comic Con takes place January 24-25-26 at the Phoenix Convention Center.  All those who purchase regularly priced single day tickets, and full 3 day admissions will be eligible to pick up your FREE Walking Dead #1 Exclusive Variant Cover by Liefeld.  

Tickets are available ONLINE, or through the Phoenix Convention Center Box Office, and by calling 602-262-6225.

About Robert Kirkman

Robert Kirkman's success and passionate advocacy for creator-owned comics led him to become the first person invited to become a partner at Image Comics since the company's inception twenty-one years ago. Kirkman is the creator/writer of the Eisner Award-winning The Walking Dead, long-running Invincible, all-ages Super Dinosaur and Thief of Thieves. In 2010, Kirkman formed his own Image imprint, Skybound, which publishes his own work and Clone, Ghosted, Invincible Universe and Witch Doctor. Kirkman has earned the respect of the comic, writing and television communities and topped the New York Times bestseller list for graphic novels in 2011 and 2012. In April 2012, he took the top five spots on both the hardcover and paperback lists. He's the creator/executive producer and writer of the hit Emmy®-winning television show, AMC's The Walking Dead, the highest-rated basic cable drama of all time in the U.S, also an international success in 122 countries and 37 languages. Your destinations for all news and merchandise from Robert Kirkman, The Walking Dead and all Skybound titles are www.Skybound.com and www.TheWalkingDead.com.

About Skybound                                                                                                       

Skybound is Robert Kirkman's imprint at Image Comics and home to his creator-owned works including his Eisner Award-winning comic book series, The Walking Dead, long-running Invincible, all-ages Super Dinosaur and Thief of Thieves. Skybound also develops and fosters other talented writers, creators and artists and publishes their comic book series and graphic novels: Clone, Ghosted, Invincible Universe and Witch Doctor. Since its inception, Skybound has created television shows, merchandise, games (The Walking Dead: Assault iOS app), and entertainment events (The Walking Dead Escape). Skybound's successes include the comic behind the hit Emmy®-winning television show, AMC's The Walking Dead, the highest-rated basic cable drama of all time in the U.S., where Kirkman serves as Executive Producer/writer. Kirkman is also developing a new show with FOX International Channels based on his upcoming comic book series set in the world of exorcism. Skybound/Kirkman frequently top the hardcover and paperback bestseller lists. Your destinations for all news and merchandise from Robert Kirkman, The Walking Dead and all Skybound titles are www.Skybound.com and www.TheWalkingDead.com.

About Amazing Comic Conventions

For two decades, Jimmy and Bill Jay have operated the largest convention dealership of new comics in North America with JayCompanyComics.com.  In 2011, their organization evolved by organizing their own comic  conventions, their first event was the Amazing Arizona Comic Con, located in Phoenix.  Since then, the Jays have created this annual event,  they launched the first Image Expo in 2012, and expanded their brand to a second yearly location, Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con.  In 2014, a third event will be added in Houston, Texas.  Known for bringing pop culture back to comic books, Amazing Comic Conventions has become the fattest growing event circuit.  Headline guests of Amazing Comic Conventions include an A-List of Legendary Creators of comics industry from Stan Lee, Jim Lee, Robert Kirkman, Geoff Johns, Rob Liefeld, Todd McFarlane, BK Vaughn, Greg Capullo, and more.  For More Information, please visit www.AmazingArizonaComicCon.com.