The official magazine for The Walking Dead will be released later this month and we're already looking ahead at the second issue. Due out on December 8th, issue #2 will include interviews with David Morrissey, Robert Kirkman, and Greg Nicotero.

We have more details on what you can expect from the upcoming issue, the newsstand cover, and new art from Charlie Adlard that will be used for the variant cover:

"Hitting stores on December 18, this 100-page issue dips another toe in the bloody waters of everything The Walking Dead, from the comic to the series and everything in-between: Creator/writer Robert Kirkman answers readers’ questions and reveals what to look forward to in the coming weeks; The Governor himself, David Morrissey, reveals what it’s like to play the villain; we interview make-up/SFX legend and co-executive producer Greg Nicotero; and, in the comics, we profile Rick’s current nemesis, Negan, and pay our respects to those original survivors who are now worm food. We’ll also have all the latest news, reviews and tips for The Walking Dead fans.

This issue comes with a main newsstand cover featuring David Morrissey as ‘The Governor’ and an alternative art cover by The Walking Dead comic artist Charlie Adlard, colored byThe Walking Dead colorist Cliff Rathburn. Retailers can order this from the November edition of Diamond PREVIEWS.

Retailers can still order copies of the hit issue #1 from Diamond, who have now extended its ordering deadline due the overwhelming response. Any retailers wishing to order this highly demanded issue, or place a reorder, are urged to do so before the issue #1 release date of October 23.

Fans of the show are urged to join The Walking Dead, The Official Magazine on Twitter and Facebook to keep up to date with exclusive developments and deals, or visit the magazine website and www.Skybound.com, the source for all news on The Walking Dead, Robert Kirkman and all Skybound titles.

The Walking Dead, The Official Magazine issue #2 will be available on newsstands and in comic book stores in the US on December 18, in the UK on December 27 and Australia & New Zealand on Feb 2."

About the Magazine: "Published by Titan Magazines and Skybound, The Walking Dead, The Official Magazine will be a complete, in-depth guide to The Walking Dead TV series and comics, featuring exclusive interviews with the show cast, as well as comic editors, illustrators and more. The Walking Dead, The Official Magazine is a must-have companion for fans.

Each quarterly 100-page edition also includes the latest revelations from The Walking Dead comic team, including interviews with the creators and features showcasing the creative process behind the art. Plus, The Walking Dead creator and writer/executive producer for the show, Robert Kirkman, reveals the latest news from the set and answers fans’ questions."

For more information on The Walking Dead, The Official Magazine visit: http://titanmagazines.com/t/the-walking-dead/

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