Exciting news for fans of Rebecca Yarros’ bestselling Empyrean series—her hit fantasy novels are set to be adapted into graphic novels through a six-book deal with Ten Speed Graphic (TSG), Piaktus, and Entangled Publishing. This collaboration will bring the world of Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and the upcoming Onyx Storm to life in a visually stunning format. And WE are sooooo excited!

Yarros, known for her compelling storytelling and intricate fantasy world-building, will be directly involved in adapting her work for the graphic novel medium. Which is amazing, because we are excited to see the characters just as she’d imagined them!

She will work alongside a team of comics creators, yet to be announced, to ensure that the adaptations stay true to her original vision. I truly hope she will pick a company from Japan, as they truly are the masters of manga!

A Collaborative Effort to Expand the Empyrean Universe

The deal was secured by TSG editorial director Kaitlin Ketchum, who acquired world rights from Entangled and Yarros, with Nicole Resciniti of Alliance Rights Agency representing Entangled and the Fury Agency’s Louise Fury acting on behalf of Yarros. Piaktus, the British publisher of the Empyrean series, has obtained UK and Commonwealth rights, while TSG will oversee foreign and translation sales, with Rachel Berkowitz, director of subsidiary rights at Crown, managing those deals.

While the release date for the first volume is yet to be announced, fans can expect an immersive adaptation that captures the essence of the books while enhancing the reading experience with the power of visual storytelling.

Who is Kaitlin Ketchum?

Kaitlin Ketchum is an Associate Editorial Director at Ten Speed Press, where she specialises in acquiring and editing a diverse range of illustrated nonfiction books. Her portfolio includes works covering art, pop culture, science, nature, design, history, lifestyle, self-improvement, and social justice, along with graphic novels and photography books.

A passionate book and art enthusiast, Ketchum has turned her love for literature into a fulfilling career, describing her role as a dream job. She is deeply involved in the publishing process, reading around 300 book proposals and 10 manuscripts a year, making her well-versed in a wide variety of genres.

Her personal reading habits are as broad as her professional interests. She enjoys literary fiction, short fiction, memoirs, poetry, graphic novels, and young adult and fantasy books, in addition to serious and prescriptive nonfiction. With such a diverse literary appetite, she brings a well-rounded editorial perspective to every project she works on.

As a key figure in the publishing industry, Ketchum plays an instrumental role in shaping the graphic novel adaptation of Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean series, ensuring that the transition from novel to visual storytelling is both faithful and compelling.

Yarros and Ketchum on the Magic of Graphic Adaptations

Rebecca Yarros expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating:

“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.”

Kaitlin Ketchum echoed this sentiment, highlighting the significance of the adaptation:

“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 an additive to the reading experience in the way that only graphic storytelling can be.”

What This Means for Fans

With the immense popularity of Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, this adaptation promises to offer a fresh and dynamic way to experience the Empyrean series. For existing fans, it will be a visually rich way to revisit the world they love, while for new readers, it may serve as an entry point into Yarros’ universe.

As anticipation builds, readers can look forward to more updates on the release timeline and the artistic team behind the project. One thing is certain—this adaptation is set to be a must-have for any Empyrean fan.