Graphic-novel adaptation of Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean series takes flight with Ten Speed Graphic, Piatkus and Entangled Publishing

Ten Speed Graphic (TSG), Piatkus and Entangled Publishing have inked a six-book deal to produce graphic novels of romantasy superstar Rebecca Yarros’ bestselling Empyrean series. The graphic novels will cover the author’s three Empyrean titles published to date: Fourth Wing, Iron Flame and Onyx Storm. Yarros will be adapting the text, working with a soon-to-be-named team of comics creators. 

TSG editorial director Kaitlin Ketchum acquired world rights from Entangled and Yarros, with Nicole Resciniti at Alliance Rights Agency working for Entangled and the Fury Agency’s Louise Fury acting on behalf of Yarros. Piatkus, the Empyrean series’ British publisher, bagged UK and Commonwealth rights. TSG’s foreign and translations sales will be managed by Rachel Berkowitz, director of subsidiary rights at Crown. Ketchum will edit the titles, with the publication date for the first volume yet to be determined. 

Yarros said: "There is something so special about seeing your words come to life through art, and I feel fortunate to have that experience in this medium. I can’t wait to dig in with the talented team of artists and editors to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience for readers."

Ketchum added: "Ten Speed is so honoured to collaborate with Rebecca and Entangled to create graphic adaptations that the incredible Empyrean fan community will love – true to the original books, stunning to look at and additive to the reading experience in the way that only graphic storytelling can be."

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