Today's big announcement in the world of graphic novels is the release of "Clementine: Book Two," the latest installment in Tillie Walden's planned trilogy set in the universe of Telltale's hit video game series, The Walking Dead. The continuation of Clementine's story, who fans love from the popular game series, arrives on October 3.

Revealed by Skybound, the IP holders of The Walking Dead franchise, the events of the book are following up the narrative from "Clementine: Book One" and are an official part of the game series' canon. This comes after Skybound heroically brought the game series back to life following the sudden closure of Telltale Studios in 2018, leaving the final season's last two episodes unmade.

The storyline of the Clementine-series sparked some dispute among fans as it disrupts the heartwarming conclusion of The Walking Dead: The Final Season, where we see Clementine finally finding a home. Moreover, the game's much-loved characters, Louis and Violet, are replaced by a new character in the book series, adding to the fan's frustration.

Despite the controversy, the books offer an intriguing alignment with the game's somber tone, proving it to be an absorbing continuation of The Walking Dead universe. If you're a fan of the grim mood and complex narratives, this trilogy might be just the thing for you.

Tillie Walden, the mind behind the book series, is a critically acclaimed author-illustrator known for her engaging graphic novels mostly revolving around LGBTQ+ young adults. She also holds the esteemed title of Vermont's Cartoonist Laureate 2023-26.

The game series that inspired these novels, Telltale's The Walking Dead, boasts four seasons, a spin-off miniseries, and an interquel DLC released between 2012 and 2019. All episodes are playable in the definitive series on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

You can buy "Clementine: Book One" and "Two" from most booksellers. The exciting conclusion, "Clementine: Book Three," is expected to be released in 2024.