This page features upcoming Star Wars non-fiction books! Below the shortlist is a complete listing with solicitations, publisher info, and pre-order links! Click on the covers and preview-images to see a bigger image!
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April 23, 2024
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI – A VISUAL ARCHIVE
hardcover (USA)
April 30, 2024
STAR WARS: 100 COLLECTIBLE COMIC BOOK COVER POSTCARDS
boxed set (USA)
May 7, 2024
may STAR WARS EPISODE VI: RETURN OF THE JEDI – THE 40th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION
hardcover (USA)
May 21, 2024
LEGO STAR WARS VISUAL DICTIONARY: UPDATED EDITION
library binding without mini-figure (USA)
July 4, 2024 (in the UK: US-release on July 9, 2024)
STAR WARS: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE GALACTIC EMPIRE
hardcover (UK)
July 9, 2024 (released on July 4, 2024 in the UK)
STAR WARS: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE GALACTIC EMPIRE
hardcover (USA)
July 20, 2024
LEGO STAR WARS: THE FORCE OF CREATIVITY
hardcover (USA)
August 1, 2024
THE STAR WARS RADIO DRAMAS
Brian Daley and the Serialization That Saved NPR
softcover (USA)
September 3, 2024
THE STAR WARS ARCHIVES
Episode IV – VI: 1977 – 1983
hardcover (USA new printing)
STAR WARS: THE HIGH REPUBLIC – THE LIGHTSABER COLLECTION
hardcover (USA)
September 10, 2024
STAR WARS INSIDER PRESENTS: THE PHANTOM MENACE 25 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL
hardcover (USA)
STAR WARS: THE SECRETS OF THE CLONE TROOPERS
hardcover (USA)
September 24, 2024
STAR WARS INSIDER PRESENTS: THE ORIGINAL TRILOGY BOX SET
boxed hardcover (USA)
October 1, 2024
STAR WARS BESTIARY Vol. 1: NON-SENTIENT SPECIES
hardcover (USA)
STAR WARS ENCYCLOPEDIA
The Definitive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy
hardcover (USA)
November 5, 2024
STAR WARS ICONS: VADER
hardcover (USA)
November 12, 2024
STAR WARS INSIDER PRESENTS: THE DARK SIDE COLLECTION
hardcover (USA)
November 19, 2024
STAR WARS CROSSWORD PUZZLES
And Other Word Games from a Galaxy Far, Far Away…
softcover (USA)
November 26, 2024
STAR WARS: COMPLETE LOCATIONS – NEW EDITION
hardcover (USA)
also in 2024
MORE MOVIE MEMORIES
Marketing Genre Movies in the ’80s, Writing Animation, and More
softcover (USA)
January 28, 2025
STAR WARS: THE ACOLYTE VISUAL GUIDE
hardcover (USA
October 14, 2025
STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI DIRECTOR’S ALBUM
hardcover (USA)
December 2, 2025
ICONS UNEARTHED: STAR WARS
hardcover (USA)
Also in 2025?
STAR WARS BESTIARY Vol. 2
hardcover (USA)
March 3, 2026
MARCIA LUCAS: THE ICONS UNEARTHED STAR WARS INTERVIEW
softcover (USA)
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APRIL 23, 2024
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI – A VISUAL ARCHIVE
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Kelly Knox, S.T Bende & Clayton Sandell
hardcover (256 pages)
Insight Editions
ISBN 9798886633177
$ 65.00
solicitation copy:
Celebrate Return of the Jedi with this deluxe volume that presents incredible photography and concept art, complemented by anecdotes about the film’s production. Drawing connections from the film to contemporary Star Wars storytelling, this book also offers a fresh perspective on its indelible influence. Featuring a wealth of inserts such as booklets and foldout pages, this book is a fascinating tribute to the epic conclusion of the original Star Wars trilogy.
Return of the Jedi didn’t just conclude the original Star Wars trilogy—its themes, structure, and emotional core paved the way for some of the most compelling elements of modern Star Wars storytelling. Filled with photography and concept art, this book celebrates all things Return of the Jedi, while also examining its ties to modern Star Wars stories such as The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, The Clone Wars, and beyond. Covering essential aspects of Return of the Jedi, this book further examines the film’s legacy by showcasing the movie’s merchandise, novels, comics, and spinoffs.
REDISCOVER THE THRILLS OF RETURN OF THE JEDI: This deluxe coffee table book presents the story of Return of the Jedi in a fun and exciting format, with plenty of facts about the production of the film. From the enduring eccentricities of Jabba the Hutt’s palace, to the climactic showdown between Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader, this book explores fan-favorite moments from the beloved movie.
A BOUNTY OF SPECIAL ITEMS AND INTERACTIVE FEATURES: Gatefolds, booklets, and other interactive features add a new level of insight to this celebration of the iconic film.
CELEBRATE THE LEGACY OF AN EPIC CONCLUSION: Going beyond the production of Return of the Jedi, this book explores forty years of merchandise, books, comics, and spinoffs, including Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure, Ewoks: The Battle for Endor, and the animated Ewoks television show.
AN IDEAL GIFT FOR ALL FANS: Return of the Jedi has timeless appeal among movie-goers and aficionados, making this book the perfect gift for the Star Wars fan in your life.
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK :amazon hardcover / amazon hardcover (UK edition)
GERMANY: amazon hardcover / amazon hardcover (UK edition)
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APRIL 30, 2024
STAR WARS: 100 COLLECTIBLE COMIC BOOK COVER POSTCARDS
boxed set (USA)
publisher info:
boxed set (100 postcards)
Chronicle Books
ISBN 978-1-7972-2744-3
$ 24.95
solicitation copy:
From the early adaptation of Star Wars: A New Hope in the 1970s through comics of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s, to the thrilling new adventures and characters of today, this box set of 100 collectible postcards showcases the best comic book covers to celebrate a galaxy far, far away . . .
The Star Wars comic series has been one of the most popular comics since its first issue debuted in 1977. Beloved by fans for its supplemental storytelling and galaxy-building, the series has introduced numerous characters that were later featured in films or series or just loved as new comics inventions.
This history-spanning postcard collection features unique and iconic cover art of Jedi, Sith, bounty hunters, cosmic dogfights, and fantastic creatures by amazing artists Carmine Infantino, Walt Simonson, Al Williamson, Alex Ross, Jen Bartel, Leinil Francis Yu, Peach Momoko, Francesco Francavilla, and more.
The perfect gift for Star Wars fans of all ages, these postcards highlight the comics‘ intersecting stories with the film and television worlds, as well as freewheeling non-canon adventures.
– FAVORITE CHARACTERS: Featuring beloved heroes and villains from all three cinematic trilogies, the television series, and brand-new comic book original heroes, including Darth Vader, Doctor Aphra, Boba Fett, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Jaxxon, Black Krrsantan, The Mandalorian, Kylo Ren, Rey Skywalker, Mara Jade, and more.
– AMAZING ART: Each postcard features a different comic book cover with art from fan-favorite artists.
– HIGH-QUALITY FORMAT: Set in a beautifully designed box with a satin ribbon, these postcards are great to send to friends and are deluxe enough for any collector to keep and display.
– ICONS, EXPLAINED: The set Includes a 32-page booklet showcasing highlights from the comics collection and summarizing key moments in Star Wars history and covers.
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USA: amazon boxed set
CANADA: amazon boxed set
UK: amazon boxed set
GERMANY: amazon boxed set
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MAY 7, 2024
STAR WARS EPISODE VI: RETURN OF THE JEDI – THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
Titan Books
hardcover (128 pages)
ISBN 978-1-7877-4079-2
$ 24.99
solicitation copy:
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, with this indispensable companion to the epic conclusion to the original Star Wars trilogy.
An informative look at how Star Wars: Return of the Jedi came together, from the conception of the story to the design and filming of the movie to the intensive post production process. Full of outstanding, impactful photography and art chronicling the creation of the cinematic masterpiece.
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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MAY 21, 2024
LEGO STAR WARS VISUAL DICTIONARY – UPDATED EDITION
library binding without minifigure (USA)
publisher info:
written by Elizabeth Dowsett
library binding without mini-figure (160 pages)
DK Publishing
ISBN 978-0744092660
$ 24.99
solicitation copy:
This edition does not include a minifigure.
Celebrate 25 years of LEGO? Star Wars!
Tour the LEGO Star Wars galaxy in this fully updated edition, which comes with an exclusive LEGO Star Wars minifigure! Discover every detail of best-loved sets and vehicles including the Mos Eisley Cantina and the Millennium Falcon. Find out about your favorite LEGO Star Wars minifigures—from Rey and C-3PO to Darth Vader and Boba Fett. Meet the LEGO Star Wars team and uncover exclusive behind-the-scenes facts! Find out everything you need to know about LEGO Star Wars in this must-have guide for fans of all ages.
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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JULY 4, 2024 (in the UK: US-release on July 9, 2024)
STAR WARS: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE GALACTIC EMPIRE
hardcover (UK)
publisher info:
written by Chris Kempshall
DK Publishing
hardcover (432 pages)
ISBN 978-0241655047
£ 20.00
solicitation copy:
Uncover a history of galactic evil.
“So this is how liberty dies—with thunderous applause.” —Senator Padmé Amidala
When Sheev Palpatine declared the birth of his new Empire, he expected it would stand for thousands of years. Instead, it lasted only 24. This is the story of how a tyrannical regime rose from the ashes of democracy, ruled the galaxy with an iron fist, and then collapsed into dust.
It is a story of war and heroes. It is a story of propaganda and the power of fascism. But most of all, it is a story of normal people trying to live their lives in the face of brutal dictatorship.
From the barbarity of Darth Vader’s campaigns to the horrors of the Tarkin Initiative, this book offers new insights into the dark entity at the core of the Star Wars saga, with chapters covering economic strategy and political organisation, propaganda, crime and punishment, military tactics, and warfare, giving even the most expert Star Wars fans a fresh perspective on the Galactic Empire.
The Clone Wars chapter preview (click link for the complete chapter):
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover (UK edition)
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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JULY 9, 2024 (UK-edition out since July 4, 2024)
STAR WARS: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE GALACTIC EMPIRE
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Chris Kempshall
DK Publishing
hardcover (432 pages)
ISBN 978-0744098822
$ 30.00
solicitation copy:
Uncover a history of galactic evil.
“So this is how liberty dies—with thunderous applause.” —Senator Padmé Amidala
When Sheev Palpatine declared the birth of his new Empire, he expected it would stand for thousands of years. Instead, it lasted only 24. This is the story of how a tyrannical regime rose from the ashes of democracy, ruled the galaxy with an iron fist, and then collapsed into dust.
It is a story of war and heroes. It is a story of propaganda and the power of fascism. But most of all, it is a story of normal people trying to live their lives in the face of brutal dictatorship.
From the barbarity of Darth Vader’s campaigns to the horrors of the Tarkin Initiative, this book offers new insights into the dark entity at the core of the Star Wars saga, with chapters covering economic strategy and political organisation, propaganda, crime and punishment, military tactics, and warfare, giving even the most expert Star Wars fans a fresh perspective on the Galactic Empire.
The Clone Wars chapter preview (click link for the complete chapter):
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover (US edition)
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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JULY 20, 2024
LEGO STAR WARS: THE FORCE OF CREATIVITY
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Graham E. Hancock
foreword by Billy Dee Williams
LEGO.com
hardcover (312 pages)
$149.99 / € 149.99 / £129.99
solicitation copy:
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of LEGO Star Wars building sets with The Force of Creativity coffee-table book. The ultimate treat for yourself or a Star Wars gift for a fellow fan, this lavish 312-page illustrated book features interviews with more than 50 insiders at the LEGO Group and Lucasfilm. It tells the inside story of the ever-evolving LEGO Star Wars brand, from the creation of popular building sets to immersive real-world experiences, video games, animated storytelling and the fan community.
View previously unseen development art, character designs and more to gain an unparalleled insight into the creative process. This deluxe collectible book for adults is presented in a slipcase with an exclusive ‘time capsule’ – a treasure trove of must-have LEGO Star Wars memorabilia that includes art prints, facsimiles, new building instructions and a cardstock replica of the impossibly rare 1999 Toy Fair invitation box that marked the start of an epic adventure of 25 years and counting.
preview:
from the announcement:
A new deluxe coffee table book authored by Blocks magazine Editor Graham E. Hancock celebrates 25 years of LEGO Star Wars
If ever there was a dream project to announce, it’s this one – I have authored a new book to mark 25 years of LEGO Star Wars. LEGO Star Wars: The Force of Creativity is a coffee table book for LEGO fans and Star Wars fans, written specifically for adults in the same way that Blocks magazine is.
This coffee table book, presented in a beautiful box with an exclusive Time Capsule, will be exclusively available at LEGO.com. You can pre-order a copy from May 1 and it will be published in July. It is priced at £129.99 / €149.99 / $149.99.
Lando Calrissian himself, Billy Dee Williams, provides the foreword for LEGO Star Wars: The Force of Creativity and Star Wars design legend Doug Chiang joins LEGO Star Wars Design Director Jens Kronvold Frederiksen in conversation for the prologue.
There are then nine themed chapters that go deep into what makes LEGO Star Wars something special. The first chapter covers how the collaboration between the LEGO Group and Lucasfilm came about, before the book delves deep into how models and minifigures are designed. Specific chapters focus on Ultimate Collector Series sets and the unusual innovative sets that have cropped up over the years.
To wrap it all up there’s a gallery of incredible of fan creations and an appendix listing every Star Wars set ever released. It’s 312 packed pages, beautifully designed and with some fantastic never-before-seen pictures.
The Time Capsule contains a selection of extra special items from the past 25 years, starting with a replica of the Toy Fair invitation box that was sent out to buyers ahead of Toy Fair 1999. It’s just the cardboard box aspect, ready for you to build your own scene and pop it inside. There’s also an unproduced script for a LEGO Star Wars talk show, official instructions for the Lucasfilm Yoda Fountain employee gift, element concept sketches and more.
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AUGUST 1, 2024
THE STAR WARS RADIO DRAMAS
Brian Daley and the Serialization That Saved NPR
softcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Mary Jose Tenuto & John Tenuto
softcover (170 pages)
McFarland & Company
ISBN 978-1476695631
$ 39.95
solicitation copy:
By 1977 National Public Radio (NPR) was in trouble, plagued by too little funding and small audiences. The phenomenal success of its adaptation of Star Wars as a radio drama in 1981 gave NPR the needed ratings, publicity, and boost in donations that kept it afloat at exactly the time it was threatened the most. Most importantly, Star Wars brought a new audience to NPR. As it did in theaters, where George Lucas’s films redefined movie making, so too did NPR’s Star Wars forever change the artistic world of radio drama.
That a radio network, dependent exclusively on audio, would find a lifeline in one of the most visually dynamic movies ever released is the stuff of irony. Utilizing new interviews with creatives such as Anthony Daniels (C-3PO), Ann Sachs (Princess Leia), Perry King (Han Solo), and director John Madden, and archival research, this book details how an unlikely alliance of academics, radio executives, Lucasfilm employees, actors, and behind-the-scenes artists banded together, despite the obstacles, to create a unique and consequential work. It is also the story of how writer Brian Daley was the fulcrum who made it all possible.
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USA: amazon softcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon softcover
UK: amazon softcover
GERMANY: amazon softcover
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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
THE STAR WARS ARCHIVES
Episodes IV – VI: 1977 – 1983
hardcover (USA new printing)
publisher info:
written by Paul Duncan
hardcover (604 pages)
Taschen
ISBN 978-3-8365-9819-4
$ 100.00
solicitation copy:
Star Wars exploded onto our cinema screens in 1977, and the world has not been the same since. In this book, George Lucas guides us through the original trilogy like never before, recounting the inspirations, experiences, and stories that created a modern monomyth. Complete with script pages, concept art, storyboards, on-set photography, and more.
Star Wars exploded onto our cinema screens in 1977, and the world has not been the same since. After watching depressing and cynical movies throughout the early 1970s, audiences enthusiastically embraced the positive energy of the Star Wars universe as they followed moisture farmer Luke Skywalker on his journey through a galaxy far, far away, meeting extraordinary characters like mysterious hermit Obi-Wan Kenobi, space pirates Han Solo and Chewbacca, loyal droids C-3PO and R2-D2, bold Princess Leia and the horrific Darth Vader, servant of the dark, malevolent Emperor.
Writer, director, and producer George Lucas created the modern monomyth of our time, one that resonates with the child in us all. He formed Industrial Light & Magic to develop cutting-edge special effects technology, which he combined with innovative editing techniques and a heightened sense of sound to give audiences a unique sensory cinematic experience.
In this first volume, made with the full cooperation of Lucasfilm, Lucas narrates his own story, taking us through the making of the original trilogy—Episode IV: A New Hope, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI: Return of the Jedi—and bringing fresh insights into the creation of a unique universe. Complete with script pages, production documents, concept art, storyboards, on-set photography, stills, and posters, this tome is an authoritative exploration of the original saga as told by its creator.
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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STAR WARS: THE HIGH REPUBLIC – THE LIGHTSABER COLLECTION
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Daniel Wallace
illustrated by Lukasz Liszko & Ryan Valle
hardcover (156 pages)
Insight Editions
ISBN 979-8-88663-084-8
$ 34.99
solicitation copy:
Discover more than 50 lightsabers from the golden age of the Jedi with this essential guide to the elegant weapons from Star Wars: The High Republic. A follow-up to the bestselling Star Wars: The Lightsaber Collection, this exciting volume is a photo-real exploration of High Republic hilts, including several designs that are illustrated for the first time. A must-have resource for fans, this reference book is a fine addition to any The High Republic collection.
From Vernestra Rwoh’s unique lightwhip and Stellan Gios’ ornate crossguard lightsaber to Burryaga’s broadsword-like hilt, the signature weapon of the Star Wars galaxy has never looked so elegant as it does during the prosperous era of the High Republic.
Star Wars: The High Republic: The Lightsaber Collection is an essential visual guide and exploration of the numerous lightsabers found within The High Republic saga, featuring hilts from publishing, animation, and VR, many of which have never been illustrated before.
As a follow-up to Star Wars: The Lightsaber Collection, each spread contains a detailed illustration of the featured lightsaber, allowing readers to see the intricate detail in the hilts and the brilliance of each energy blade. The perfect reference book for fans, model builders, and collectors, this striking companion is a must-have for readers looking to discover more about legendary lightsabers from a fascinating period in Star Wars history.
NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN ILLUSTRATIONS: See lightsabers from comics and novels, many visually imagined for the first time, with brilliant full-color artwork
WEAPONS OF THE JEDI GOLDEN AGE: Learn about the elegant weapons wielded by Jedi Masters, Knights, and Padawans like Stellan Gios, Vernestra Rwoh, Avar Kriss, Porter Engle, Burryaga and more.
ESSENTIAL GUIDE: Includes more than 50 lightsabers from the High Republic era.
GREAT GIFT: Visually stunning and intricately detailed, this book is the perfect gift for the Star Wars fan in your life.
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
STAR WARS INSIDER PRESENTS: THE PHANTOM MENACE 25 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
Titan Books
hardcover (96 pages)
ISBN 978-1787745162
$ 19.99
solicitation copy:
Celebrate 25 years of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace with this souvenir tribute to classic movie.
This hardcover collector’s edition celebrates 25 years of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace
using vintage material from Star Wars Insider including interviews with George Lucas, Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, and the cast and crew of the movie.
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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STAR WARS: THE SECRETS OF THE CLONE TROOPERS
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Marc Sumarek
illustrated by Alberto Buscicchio
Insight Editions
ISBN 979-8886630534
$ 27.99
solicitation copy:
Learn the secrets of the clone troopers in this interactive, fully illustrated guide for readers of all ages.
Join the ranks of the Galactic Republic in Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers. Young fans will uncover thrilling secrets from the history of beloved clone troopers—from Captain Rex to the Bad Batch—all accompanied by incredible artwork and interactive features, including pop-ups, booklets, and lift-the-flap inserts.
LEARN THE LORE: In this in-universe book, discover the secrets behind the galaxy’s clone army, from their origins on the planet Kamino to the horrors of Order 66. You’ll delve into the clone troopers’ battles on behalf of the Galactic Republic, the inner workings of the 501st Legion, the adventures of Clone Force 99, and more.
FAVORITE CHARACTERS: Spanning films, television shows, books, comics, and video games, Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers highlights the galaxy’s iconic clone troopers—including Captain Rex, Commander Cody, Hunter, Wrecker, Tech, Echo, Crosshair, Omega, and more.
INTERACTIVE FEATURES: Pop-ups, booklets, and lift-the-flap inserts will thrill young fans, making for an engaging experience while introducing stories about the galaxy’s clone troopers.
ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATIONS: Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers contains beautiful illustrations that will enthrall child and adult readers alike. Complete with a frameable 11 x 17 poster of the cover art, this book is the ideal gift for any Star Wars fan.
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
STAR WARS INSIDER PRESENTS: THE ORIGINAL TRILOGY BOX SET
boxed hardcovers (USA)
publisher info:
Titan Books
boxed hardcovers (384 pages)
ISBN 978-1787743953
$ 69.99
solicitation copy:
A deluxe, fully illustrated look at the making of the original Star Wars trilogy: A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi.
This collection of hardcover books features a behind the scenes guide to the making of the original Star Wars trilogy from the early script ideas and concept art, costume designs, through to filming and eventual release. Lavishly illustrated with rarely seen photography and art from the Lucasfilm Image Archives, this must-have collection also includes vintage interviews with stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher.
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USA: amazon boxed hardcovers
CANADA: amazon boxed hardcovers
UK: amazon boxed hardcovers
GERMANY: amazon boxed hardcovers
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OCTOBER 1, 2024
STAR WARS BESTIARY Vol. 1: NON-SENTIENT SPECIES
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by S.T. Bende
illustrated by Iris Compiet
hardcover (204 pages)
Insight Editions
ISBN 9798886630985
$ 40.00
solicitation copy:
Explore the creatures of Star Wars in the first of two books, this one featuring beautiful illustrations of the wondrous non-sentient species from a galaxy far, far away.
From Naboo to Hoth, Tatooine to Kashyyyk, and beyond, Star Wars is packed with otherworldly species and monstrous creatures. Dive into the lives, habitats, and behaviors of the non-sentient inhabitants from across the galaxy through original, detailed illustrations and insightful text, to include wampas, banthas, porgs, the fearsome Mythosaur, and so much more. This is a must-have comprehensive compendium for any Star Wars fan who wants a closer look at the fascinating lifeforms from the beloved franchise.
ALL-NEW ART: Experience Star Wars in a new way through stunning, original artwork from acclaimed artist Iris Compiet (The Dark Crystal Bestiary: The Definitive Guide to the Creatures of Thra, and Labyrinth: Bestiary – A Definitive Guide to the Creatures of the Goblin King’s Realm), featuring your favorite creatures and their habitats.
DISCOVER CREATURES FROM ACROSS THE GALAXY: This book includes an in-depth look at the myriad species from the Star Wars galaxy and their habitats, covering creatures from the films, shows, comics, novels, and more.
AN IDEAL GIFT: A perfect gift for the Star Wars fans of all ages!
AN EPIC ADDITION TO YOUR STAR WARS LIBRARY: A gorgeous volume filled with incredible artwork, Star Wars Bestiary, Vol. 1: Non-sentient Species is an exhaustive exploration of the fantastical creatures of this much-loved galaxy.
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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STAR WARS ENCYCLOPEDIA
The Definitive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
DK Publishing
solicitation copy:
Containing more than 2,200 entries from the most current Star Wars film and TV series, discover the vital facts about iconic characters, creatures, locations, vehicles, and technology from a galaxy far, far away….
- This definitive title reveals comprehensive histories of 1,200 characters, from icons like Lando Calrissian and Leia Organa to lesser-known individuals like Max Rebo and Therm Scissorpunch.
- From terrifying rancors to adorable porgs, learn about more than 100 fascinating creatures.
- Chart your way through the galaxy with more than 275 entries on locations, including Darth Vader’s castle on Mustafar and the mystical World Between Worlds.
- Pick your method of transport from more than 275 vehicles, from the legendary Millennium Falcon to the stylish Naboo N-1 starfighter.
- Get up to speed with the latest technology, including the Mandalorian’s beskar armor, Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber, and more than 275 other pieces of equipment.
Produced in close collaboration with Lucasfilm, this official title is the most comprehensive reference book on the Star Wars galaxy on the market. Meticulously researched, expertly written, and stunningly illustrated, The Star Wars Encyclopedia is an indispensable guide to that devoted fans and newcomers alike will return to time and again.
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover (US edition) / amazon hardcover (UK edition)
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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NOVEMBER 5, 2024
STAR WARS ICONS: VADER
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Anthony Breznican
hardcover (336 pages)
Insight Editions
ISBN 9781647225223
$ 150.00
solicitation copy:
Unmask one of the most memorable villains of all time and discover the incredible story behind the creation and the legacy of the galaxy’s most complex character, Darth Vader. Featuring exclusive interviews from key cast and crew, as well as collectible inserts, this comprehensive history regarding one of cinema’s most compelling villains is something fans will not want to miss!
No Star Wars character has made a bigger impact on pop culture than Darth Vader. Since debuting in the original 1977 Star Wars film, Darth Vader continues to be one of the most iconic and enduring elements throughout the saga. Star Wars Icons: Darth Vader covers the character’s journey, from his genesis in George Lucas’s first drafts of Star Wars to Anakin Skywalker’s tragic fall to the dark side in the prequel trilogy, and beyond.
A DETAILED HISTORY OF DARTH VADER: Comprehensive and revelatory, this book takes an in-depth look at Darth Vader’s role in the Star Wars galaxy, through film, television, novels, comics, video games, and more
DISCOVER ENGAGING IMAGERY AND COLLECTIBLE INSERTS:Illustrated with a treasure trove of rare imagery, including candid on-set photography, stunning concept art, and collectible inserts
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: This deluxe volume features exclusive new behind-the-scenes interviews with key Star Wars creatives and contributors to the character’s legacy
COMPLETE YOUR STAR WARS COLLECTION: This book joins Star Wars: Jedi Artifacts, Star Wars: The Secrets of the Sith, Star Wars: The Lightsaber Collection, and Star Wars Icons: Han Solo in Insight Editions’ line of fan-favorite Star Wars books
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UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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NOVEMBER 12, 2024
STAR WARS INSIDER PRESENTS: THE DARK SIDE COLLECTION
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
Titan Books
hardcover (144 pages)
ISBN 978-1787744516
$ 24.99
solicitation copy:
A special souvenir hardcover collection themed around the dark side of the Force.
An in-depth look at the sinister practitioners of the dark side of the Force—from Darth Sidious to Darth Vader—this deluxe edition spotlights infamous Sith Lords and galactic villains with revealing interview material from the cast and crew of various Star Wars productions.
Lavishly illustrated with art and photography, this special volume is the ideal resource for increasing your knowledge about the dark side, but were afraid to ask….
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USA: amazon hardcover
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UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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NOVEMBER 19, 2024
STAR WARS CROSSWORLD PUZZLES
And Other Word Games from a Galaxy Far, Far Away….
softcover (USA)
publisher info:
Chronicle Books
$ 14.95
solicitation copy:
Explore the galaxy far, far away as never before with the official Star Wars crossword puzzle collection.
Test your galactic knowledge with over 50 colorfully illustrated, fun, and challenging puzzles, acrostics, and other word games. Puzzle master and lifelong Star Wars fan James Floyd draws clues and answers from quotes, trivia, memorable character moments, lightsaber showdowns, and much more.
Featuring Mandalorians and Wookiees, Yoda’s wisdom, the Jedi code, and creatures large and small from the Skywalker saga and beyond, these puzzles are a playful, interactive way to celebrate Star Wars for fans of any age.
preview:
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USA: amazon softcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon softcover
UK: amazon softcover
GERMANY: amazon softcover
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NOVEMBER 26, 2024
STAR WARS: COMPLETE LOCATIONS – NEW EDITION
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
DK Publishing
hardcover (224 pages)
ISBN 978-0593844212
$ 50.00
solicitation copy:
[forthcoming]
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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also in 2024
MORE MOVIE MEMORIES
Marketing Genre Movies in the 80’s, Writing Animation, and More
softcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Craig Miller
softcover
self-published
from the Facebook announcement (November 12, 2023):
“More Movie Memories” theoretically picks up where “Star Wars Memories” left off: with me leaving Lucasfilm. Most of the book will talk about the movies I worked on after leaving Lucasfilm, including “The Thing”, “Superman II”, “Altered States”, “The Dark Crystal”, “The Last Starfighter”, “Muppets Take Manhattan”, “Krull”, etc. etc. And it will also go into my leaving motion picture publicity and starting a new career writing animation and, occasionally, live-action.
I say “theoretically picks up” because the book will actually start with a long section of additional stories from my days on “Star Wars” and “The Empire Strikes Back” that aren’t in “Star Wars Memories”. In the time since I finished that book, the world shut down for the covid pandemic and I filled part of my time with going through my office file cabinets. That was to clear out stuff that I didn’t need or want to keep — and I managed to get rid of an entire file cabinet’s worth of extraneous paper — but I ended up Finding Things. Interesting things.
The Star Wars stories in the new book are centered around photos and artwork and such that turned up *after* the first book was finished.
Anyway, the book’s coming along. I’m up to about 120 pages (as of yesterday). Still a long way to go. But, with luck, “More Movie Memories” should be out in the Spring of 2024. Fingers crossed.
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USA: amazon softcover
CANADA: amazon softcover
UK: amazon softcover
GERMANY: amazon softcover
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JANUARY 28, 2025
STAR WARS: THE ACOLYTE VISUAL GUIDE
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
DK Publishing
hardcover (128 pages)
ISBN 978-0593958605
$ 25.00
solicitation copy:
[forthcoming]
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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OCTOBER 14, 2025
STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI DIRECTOR’S ALBUM
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Rian Johnson
hardcover (224 pages)
Harry N. Abrams
ISBN 978-1419756542
solicitation copy:
[forthcoming]
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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DECEMBER 2, 2025
ICONS UNEARTHED: STAR WARS
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Peter Holmstrom
hardcover
NacelleBooks
ISBN 979-8986623719
$ 27.95
solicitation copy:
Icons Unearthed: Star Wars is the companion book to the new Nacelle Company documentary series focusing on the biggest Sci-Fi franchise in history.
Icons Unearthed: Star Wars features exclusive and candid interviews with Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams, Paul Hirsch, Phil Tippett, Rick Baker, Ken Ralston, John Dykstra, Howard Kazanjian, Julian Glover, Ian Mcdiarmid, Gus Lopez, and Tom Spina. The biggest get, however, is Marcia Lucas, the person often credited with turning Star Wars into the phenomenon it became.
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USA: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
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UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover / amazon digital
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also in 2025?
STAR WARS BESTIARY Vol. 2
hardcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by S.T. Bende
illustrated by Iris Compiet
hardcover (204 pages)
Insight Editions
solicitation copy:
[forthcoming]
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USA: amazon hardcover
CANADA: amazon hardcover
UK: amazon hardcover
GERMANY: amazon hardcover
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MARCH 3, 2026
MARCIA LUCAS: THE ICONS UNEARTHED STAR WARS INTERVIEW
softcover (USA)
publisher info:
written by Peter Holmstrom
softcover
Nacelle Books
ISBN 979-8-9866-2378-8
$ 16.99
solicitation copy:
Never before has Marcia Lucas sat down for an interview about Star Wars until now!
Pulling all the extra content from The Nacelle Company’s hit docuseries Icons Unearthed, comes the Marcia Lucas Interview, the expanded interviews and extra content that never made it to screen. This collection of interviews covers it all from Marcia’s humble beginnings as an assistant editor, to her meeting George Lucas while he was in film school, to ultimately working with the likes of Francis Ford Coppola and eventually her pivotal role in the making of Star Wars.
This is the story of a woman whose behind the scenes presence turned a little sci-fi film into the incredible franchise that we know it as today.
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USA: amazon softcover
CANADA: amazon softcover
UK: amazon softcover
GERMANY: amazon softcover
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