Once Upon a Galaxy
Upcoming Books and Comics
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latest update:
Friday
September 3, 2010
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NEWLY ANNOUNCED:
Star Wars: Visual Dictionary of Characters (April 18, 2011)
Star Wars: The Adventures of Han Solo (DK Readers) (June 20, 2011)
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Boba Fett: Jedi
Hunter (DK
Readers) (April 18, 2011)
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Don’t Wake the Zillo
Beast! (DK
Readers) (April 18, 2011)
Star Wars: Ultimate Duels (DK Readers) (June 20, 2011)
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Secrets of the
Force: Ultimate Sticker Collection (April 18, 2011)
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: The Way of the
Warrior (October
2010)
Star Wars: Knight Errant (short story) (early October 2010)
Star Wars: The Essential Guide to Characters (3rd
Edition) (Summer
2012)
Star Wars: X-Wing: Wraith Squadron (Summer 2012)
NOW ONLINE:
Star Wars: The Old Republic: Blood of the
Empire # 10 (August
27, 2010)
(books, comics, and magazines)
for
the latest news, follow the
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OUT NOW:
September 1, 2010
Star Wars Annual 2011
UK annual:
book
(hardcover, 112 pages), Pedigree Books, ISBN 1-906918-85-6, SRP: £
7.99
from pedigree: Thirty years on from The Empire Strikes Back, Star
Wars is as popular as ever. All the top characters are profiled, from Darth
Vader and Han Solo through to Count Duku and Obi-Wan Kenobi. Plus story action
and great activities.
amazon UK link / pedigree link
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Annual 2011
UK annual:
book
(hardcover, 112 pages), Pedigree Books, ISBN 1-906918-78-3, SRP: £
7.99
from pedigree: The No.1 show on Cartoon Network and one of the
biggest-selling boys’ Annuals last year, Clone Wars just keeps getting
stronger. Character profiles, great stories, plus activities to test your
knowledge of this great sci-fi adventure cartoon.
amazon UK link / pedigree link
Star Wars: The
Clone Wars: Hero of the Confederacy (digest) (confirmed by
the Diamond
shipping list)
US reprint comic:
written by Henry Gilroy and Steven Melching, pencils by Brian Koschak, cover by
Scott Hepburn
digest
(80 pages), Dark Horse Books, SRP: $ 7.99
reprints: Star Wars: The Clone Wars
# 10 – 12
solicitation copy: Anakin
Skywalker, Jedi Knight and hero of the Republic, is challenged by a fledgling
hero of the Confederacy!
The
Confederacy is being provided with newer and more advanced ships from
Valahari—a world that has claimed neutrality in the Clone Wars. Anakin
Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi are dispatched to negotiate with the planet's
rulers, but as events unfold and Anakin is framed for a dishonorable act,
diplomacy gives way to war!
Star Wars:
Legacy # 1 for $ 1 (Dark Horse Comics’ One for One program)
(confirmed by the Diamond
shipping list)
US comic: written by John Ostrander,
pencils by Jan Duursema
comic (28
pages), Dark Horse Comics, SRP: $ 1.00
solicitation copy: This September,
Dark Horse Comics is giving readers an opportunity to sample some of their
titles for the low, low price of a dollar. If you've not yet sampled Star Wars:
Legacy, four quarters will get you issue #1. In it, the Jedi Temple is
attacked, an Emperor is betrayed, and the Sith are born anew! A lot can happen
in a hundred years, but all of the above happens just in this first issue! Not
since Luke Skywalker first stepped aboard the Millennium Falcon has the galaxy
seemed like such a vast, exciting, dangerous place!
Star Wars: The Old Republic # 3 (of 6) (Threat of Peace Part 3) (confirmed by the Diamond
shipping list)
US comic (fiction): written by
Robert Chestney, illustrated by Alex Sanchez, cover by Benjamin Carré
comic,
Dark Horse Comics, SRP $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Under the thumb of
a treaty that was negotiated after the Sith sacked Coruscant, the Jedi have
attempted to maintain the illusion of peace -- until now! Even as one battle
ends on Balmorra, another begins on Dantooine, where Jedi Satele Shan finds
herself clashing sabers with an enemy that threatens not just her body, but her
soul! As the treaty begins to crumble around her, Satele knows something desperate
must be done to save the galaxy from the return to war!
Critical events prior to LucasArts and BioWare’s soon-to-be-released
massive multiplayer online game!
Scripted by one of the writers behind the game!
August 30, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Jedi Heroes (DK Readers
Level 3)
US book (non-fiction): written by Elizabeth Dowsett
softcover,
DK Publishing (48 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6689-9, SRP: $ 3.99
amazon link / starwars.com link with
cover-image
hardcover,
DK Publishing (48 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6877-8, SRP: $ 14.99
amazon link / starwars.com link with
cover-image
from the DK Fall 2010
Trade Catalog (PDF page 86): DK Readers team up with Star Wars and Star Wars: The Clone Wars yet
again to get Padawans excited to read! Perfect for reluctant readers as well as
devoted Star Wars and Star Wars: The Clone Wars fans, DK’s Star Wars Readers
have sold over 2.5 million units!
Jedi Heroes follows the adventures of Anakin and his
Jedi companions, including some all-new characters from Season 2 of Star Wars:
The Clone Wars!
from starwars.com (February 19, 2010):
Meet the Jedi heroes that defend the galaxy from the ruthless Separatists and
their endless droid armies!
DK Readers combine fantastic illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate
stories in a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture a child's
interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge. Jedi Heroes,
written by Elizabeth Dowsett, is a Level 3 book suited for children who read
alone, with more complex sentence structure, information boxes and a helpful
alphabetical glossary.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Planets in Peril (DK Readers Level 4)
US book (fiction): written
by Elizabeth Dowsett
softcover,
DK Publishing (48 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6690-2, SRP: $ 3.99
amazon link / starwars.com link with
cover-image
hardcover,
DK Publishing (48 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6878-6, SRP: $ 14.99
amazon link / starwars.com link with
cover-image
from the DK Fall 2010
Trade Catalog (PDF page 86): DK Readers team up with Star Wars and Star Wars: The Clone Wars yet
again to get Padawans excited to read! Perfect for reluctant readers as well as
devoted Star Wars and Star Wars: The Clone Wars fans, DK’s Star Wars Readers
have sold over 2.5 million units!
Planets in Peril focuses on the newest worlds from the
Clone Wars universe and how they’re
being affected by the fighting.
from starwars.com (February 19, 2010):
Meet the Jedi heroes that defend the galaxy from the ruthless Separatists and
their endless droid armies!
DK Readers combine fantastic illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate
stories in a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture a child's
interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge. Planets in
Peril, also by Elizabeth Dowsett, is a Level 4 book, perfect for proficient
readers with a rich vocabulary, challenging sentence structure, a comprehensive
index, and additional information and alphabetical glossary.
LAST
WEEK RELEASES:
August 27, 2010
Star Wars: The
Old Republic: Blood of the Empire # 10 (Act 3: Burn the Future, Chapter 2)
US webcomic:
written by Alexander Freed, art by Dave Ross
webcomic
(7 pages), LucasArts, Dark Horse Comics and BioWare, feee
from swtor.com (August 27, 2010): In the tenth issue of Blood of the Empire, a battle
between Republic and Imperial fleets rages over Korriban as Teneb Kel chases
down his foe. The fate of the Sith homeworld and the Children of the Emperor is
in the hands of one young acolyte and his slave--but duty and patriotism aren't
the only forces guiding them...
from swtor.com: The Sith Empire strikes blow after blow against a Republic reeling from the
return of its ancient enemies, and the Jedi scramble to defend their holdings.
But Imperial victory is far from certain.
Teneb Kel, a fiercely clever young man apprenticed as a Sith after a life
of servitude and toil, is selected by his masters for a secret mission—a
mission concerning the Emperor himself and a threat to the Dark Lord’s
thousand-year plan. Doomed if he fails, expendable if he succeeds, Teneb must
unravel the schemes at work around him if he is to seize control of his destiny
and alter the course of history.
September 8, 2010
Star Wars: Yoda: Bring You Wisdom, I Will
US book (non-fiction): written by Yoda
Yoda
statue with booklet (48 pages), Chronicle Books, ISBN 0-8118-7470-0, SRP: $ 16.95
from chronicle books: Yoda -- The
ultimate Jedi Master from Star
Wars is also the perfect totem for wisdom in all of
life's pursuits. Having explored the galaxy and studied the Force for hundreds
of years, Yoda has passed on his knowledge of the Jedi arts to generations of
the galaxy's greatest heroes. Now you can have your own Yoda sensei in your
life! This one-of-a-kind, hand-painted Yoda statue comes with a customizable
galactic display stand, a booklet of Yoda's most inspirational musings
alongside full-color illustrations, and a sheet of removable stickers of select
quotes. Perfect for the office, mantle, bedside table, or anywhere else the
Force might come in handy.
from
Previews # 262, July 2010: Now you can have your
own Yoda sensei in your life! This one-of-a-kindhand-painted Yoda statue comes
with a customizable galactic display stand, a booklet of Yoda’s most
inspirational musings alongside full-color illustrations, and a sheet of
removable stickers of select quotes. Perfect for the office, mantle, bedside
table, or anywhere else the Force might come in handy.
chroniclebooks link
/ amazon link
August 26, 2010
My Best Friend is a Wookiee: One Boy’s Journey to Find His
Place in the Galaxy
US book (non-fiction): written by Tony
Pacitti
paperback
(256 pages), Adams Media Corporation, ISBN 1-4405-0583-7, SRP: $ 19.95
from amazon.com: A long
time ago in a galaxy far, far away...a geek was born. So begins Tony Pacitti's
own dorkily moving Jedi journey. In this hilarious and heartfelt memoir,
Pacitti shows how "Star Wars" has served as a source of comfort,
guidance, and wisdom in his life. From that very first swell of John Williams'
score, he takes "Star Wars" as his moral compass, his mentor, even
his psychologist. For every real-life situation - from winning friends and
influencing people to finding his own Princess Leia - the epic film offers
Pacitti a blueprint for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. And just
when it looks like the Empire will be safe from the Dark Side forever, George
Lucas produces his new trilogy of prequels. Bloody but unbowed, Pacitti puts
aside the tragic specter of Jar Jar Binks and recaptures his original Star Wars
wonder. With the sense of humor of Hans Solo, the will power of Luke Skywalker,
and the wisdom of a (much younger) Yoda, Pacitti uses the Force to follow his
bliss, overcome obstacles, and live a life worthy of a Jedi knight, endearing
"Star Wars" fans everywhere in the process!
about the author: Tony
Pacitti was only a few months old when his parents took him to a drive-in to
see Star Wars for the first time, reconfiguring his freshly written DNA and
creating a full-blooded Star Wars nut. His youth was spent pouring over all
things geeky and though his parents were devout Trekkies, he chose to focus
almost singularly on Star Wars. Currently he is the writer for the online
comics RoboPlanet and The Silencer at Pandemonium Comics. Tony lives in
Providence, Rhode Island.
amazon link / barnes&noble link
The Sounds of Star Wars (with embedded audio
module)
US book (non-fiction): written by Jonathan
Rinzler, foreword by Ben Burtt
hardcover,
Chronicle Books (304 pages), ISBN 0-8118-7546-6, SRP: $ 60.00
from starwars.com (July 8, 2010): In
1977, when Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope hit theaters, moviegoers were blown
away by a cinematic experience unlike anything they had ever seen -- or heard
-- before. A young man named Ben Burtt was behind the revolutionary sound
design, which used "found sounds" along with electronic manipulation
to give the film an authentic and many-layered effect. Burtt went on to develop
the sound design for all of the Star Wars live-action films, creating a vault
of genre-defining effects that are as fascinating in their origins as they are
dazzling in their execution.
In The Sounds of Star Wars, an aurally astonishing and visually engaging
book, New York Times best-selling author J. W. Rinzler reveals the illuminating
history behind the sounds of the Star Wars universe. With behind-the-scene
stories, photographs and sound clips, fans will discover the origins of sounds
from their favorite scenes. An attached sound module with an exterior speaker
and headphone jack lets readers listen to more than 250 unique sound effects.
More than 300 photographs illustrate the Saga's many memorable scenes.
Find
out cool tidbits, such as:
- To create the unique sounds of the Millennium Falcon fly-bys, Burtt
went to the National Air Races and recorded WWII-era racing planes flying
overhead
- Burtt based the Jawa Language on Zulu, then accelerated and raised the
pitch of the actors' performances
- Darth Vader's distinctive breathing was created by Burtt recording his
own breathing in scuba gear
- Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith required that Burtt create
1,050 new sounds
The Sounds of Star Wars features amazing facts, stories and trivia that
will entertain fans of the entire Saga -- from the first films all the way
though to the animated Star Wars: The Clone Wars series. The Sounds of Star
Wars is Star Wars as you've never heard it before.
from Sue Rostoni's
blog (May 17, 2010): Read the history and listen to the sounds that make
the Star Wars universe so believable, as recounted by their creator, legendary
sound designer Ben Burtt. The sound module has an exterior speaker and
headphone jack so you can listen to more than 250 unique sound effects. Lots of
pictures, too.
from JW Rinzler’s blog
(May 6, 2010): This is sound designer Ben Burtt's magnum opus. I
spent a couple of days interviewing Ben (and many more digging up old
interviews) and so the book relates in his words the stories behind many of his
incredible sounds-more than 250 in all. One of my favorites is Aunt Beru's
"food processor." Another is the story behind the rancor-but Ben is a
genuine raconteur and the book is filled from cover to cover with great anecdotes.
It was amazing: I'd play him a sound from decades before and Ben would
immediately recall the circumstances that led to its creation. The book is also
notable for its high-quality sound reproduction-you can even listen with
headphones thanks to the art and production team at Becker & Mayer.
from starwars.com (October 8, 2009):
It's like something you've never heard before. Chronicle Books will be
publishing a book celebrating the audio experience of the Star Wars saga.
Written by bestselling author J.W. Rinzler and packaged by becker&meyer!,
Star Wars: Sounds From a Galaxy Far, Far Away... is the behind-the-scenes story
on how award-winning sound designer Ben Burtt developed the rich mosaic of
sounds through all six movies. There is also a section dedicated to the sound
of the latest incarnation of Star Wars, The Clone Wars. The book also features
a state-of-the-art audio module that allows readers to hear the actual sounds
while learning of their origins. The book's lavish design includes clear
markers that direct readers in using the module.
Star Wars: Sounds From a Galaxy Far, Far Away... is slated for release
the fall of 2010. It will have over 200 pages, feature more than 300 color
photos, and has a foreword by Ben Burtt.
from Becker & Mayer: The Sounds of Star Wars illuminates the audio universe of Star Wars by
exploring the vision for an “organic” sound that George Lucas and sound
designer Ben Burtt brought to the movies’ sound effects, as well as how these
distinctive sound effects were achieved. The book features a state-of-the-art
audio module that will easily allow readers to hear the sounds while learning
the stories behind those sounds. Lavishly illustrated pages will include clear
markers directing readers to listen to specific tracks as they view and read
about the scenes.
8.75" x 11" inches, 304 pages, smythe sewn, case bound. More than
300 color photographs and embedded audio module featuring more than 200 sounds.
starwars.com announcement
/ starwars.com link 2 / Chronicle
Books link with sample sounds / Becker & Mayer link / amazon link
Star Wars: Millennium Falcon: A 3-D Owner’s Guide
US book (non-fiction): written
by Ryder Windham
boardbook
(24 pages), Scholastic Inc. (produced by Becker & Mayer), ISBN
0-54521-038-0, SRP $ 21.99
from starwars.com (January 14, 2010):
The fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy has got it where it counts, and you'll
be able to see for yourself with the unique book, Millennium Falcon: A 3-D
Owner's Guide.
Written by Ryder Windham, the book is not only filled with fascinating
insights into the Falcon's systems, but it is built around a series of
meticulously detailed cutouts that layer together to create a three-dimensional
model of the classic Star Wars starship. Artists Chris Trevas and Chris Reiff
provide new illustrations and schematics of the various Falcon subsystems,
including its armaments, sensors, crew quarters, life support, engineering and
much more!
Millennium Falcon: A 3-D Owner's Guide is produced by becker&mayer!
Books and will be published by Scholastic, Inc. in September.
from amazon.com: This novelty format
dissects the most famous ship in the galaxy section-by-section, revealing the
ship's secrets and special modifications.
Includes technical notes from Han Solo as well as a detailed overview of
each of the ship's main functions.
from amazon.ca: "What a piece
of junk!" "She’ll make point five past lightspeed. She may not look
like much, but she’s got it where it counts, kid. I’ve made a lot of special
modifications myself." Get the keys to the most famous ship in the galaxy!
Explore the Millennium Falcon layer-by-layer, from the clandestine cargo bays
to the highly guarded secrets to its speed. Not to mention all the laser
cannons, cockpit controls, and circuitry bays you can handle--plus expert notes
on those "special modifications" from the master of the Millennium
Falcon himself, Han Solo. A must-have for any Star Wars fan.
from becker & mayer: Millennium Falcon: A 3-D Owner’s Guide presents a stem-to-stern view of the
famed YT-1300 light freighter. All of the ship’s systems—from combat and
piloting to propulsion and engineering—are explained and explored with notes,
call-outs, illustrations, and diagrams. As the pages are turned, the ship’s
systems are revealed within the die-cut window. When the book is closed, the
systems fit together to create a complete model of the Millennium Falcon.
Board book with die-cut window. Layers include combat, sensors, defense,
propulsion, piloting, crew space, life-support, cargo, engineering,
maintenance, and hull.
amazon link / starwars.com announcement
/ becker & mayer link
August 25, 2010
Star Wars: Blood Ties: Jango and Boba Fett # 1 (of 4)
US comic (fiction): written by Tom
Taylor, art and cover by Chris Scalf
comic,
Dark Horse Comics, SRP $ 3.50
solicitation copy: Here begins a
multigenerational tale of honor and redemption, starring two of the heaviest
hitters in the Star Wars galaxy -- the father-and-clone team of Jango and Boba
Fett!
Shortly before the start of the Clone Wars, Count Dooku sends Jango Fett
on a mission that will affect the course of Boba Fett's life some twenty years
later. But for now, neither of them knows what the future holds in store, and
besides, they have their schedule filled dodging monsters and fighting bad
guys! It's Jango Fett and Boba Fett together in a series featuring fully
painted art by Purge artist Chris Scalf!
Randy Sradley in Blood Ties # 1 (August 25, 2010): This was
originally going to be a one-off miniseries about Jango and Boba Fett, but
after working together for just one issue, writer Tom Taylor and artist Chris
Scalf decided they wanted to continue the collaboration. So, next year you can
look forward to another Blood Ties miniseries featuring another set of famous
(or infamous!) Star Wars characters who share a blood bond.
darkhorse link / darkhorse first look
UPCOMING:
2010
September 10, 2010
Star Wars: The
Old Republic: Blood of the Empire # 11 (Act 3: Burn the Future, Chapter 3)
US webcomic:
written by Alexander Freed, art by Dave Ross
webcomic
(7 pages), LucasArts, Dark Horse Comics and BioWare, feee
from swtor.com: The Sith Empire strikes blow after blow against a Republic reeling from the
return of its ancient enemies, and the Jedi scramble to defend their holdings.
But Imperial victory is far from certain.
Teneb Kel, a fiercely clever young man apprenticed as a Sith after a life
of servitude and toil, is selected by his masters for a secret mission—a
mission concerning the Emperor himself and a threat to the Dark Lord’s thousand-year
plan. Doomed if he fails, expendable if he succeeds, Teneb must unravel the
schemes at work around him if he is to seize control of his destiny and alter
the course of history.
September 14, 2010
The Art of Drew
Struzan
US/UK book:
written byDrew Struzan and David J. Schow, foreword by Frank Darabont
hardcover
(160 pages), Titan Books, ISBN 1-8485-6619-0, SRP: $ 34.95
press release: From Harry
Potter to Hellboy, Indiana Jones to Star Wars, Drew Struzan has created some of
the most iconic movie poster images in cinematic history. Now, gathering
together over 300 pieces of artwork from the last 30 years, THE ART OF DREW
STRUZAN reveals an unparalleled insight into the acclaimed artist’s movie work.
Accompanied by
excerpts from an exclusive interview with the artist, the development of forty
projects is related and explained in this stunning hardback. From black and
white and color comprehensives, presenting concepts for the pieces, through to
the final art, this volume looks in-depth for the first time at the evolution
of Struzan’s inimitable posters.
In addition to
some of his most well-known artwork, this collection also showcases scores of
previously unseen pieces, including alternative concepts for films such as
Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Blade Runner and unused art for movies such as Mad
Max: Beyond Thunderdome and Waterworld.
A collectible
for movie buffs and artists alike, this is a stunning celebration of an artist
whose work redefined the art of movie poster design, and whose name is
synonymous with some of the finest art in Hollywood.
from titanbooks.com: Described by Steven
Spielberg as “My favorite movie artist”, Drew Struzan has created some of the
most iconic movie poster images of the last 30 years, from Raiders of the Lost Ark to Star Wars: Episode
III. This is the first book to cover the acclaimed
artist’s movie work in depth, with a Foreword by Frank Darabont. Featuring over
300 pieces of artwork, from black and white and color comprehensives
(presenting concepts and ideas) to final poster art, accompanied by excerpts
from an exclusive interview with the artist, the development of 40 projects is
related and explained. With scores of previously unseen pieces, including
unused final poster art for movies such as Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and Hellboy II, this is a treat for movie buffs and artists alike.
from amazon.com: He is
the favorite artist of both George Lucas and Steven Spielberg and the artist
behind some of the most iconic images of our time… he is Drew Struzan.
Struzan
has worked on the posters for the biggest films of the last 30 years. Blade
Runner, Back to the Future, Jurassic Park and E.T: The Extraterrestrial to name
but a few.
The
first ever book to cover Struzan’s iconic poster artwork in depth, with the
final artwork for each piece accompanied by background and anecdotes from an
exclusive interview with the artist. With an introduction to Struzan’s
philosophies and techniques, this stunning hardcover will include photos,
sketches and reference material, plus closeups and a brief history of each
poster featured, from Star Wars to The Goonies.
(thanks
to Teemu Kemppainen for pointing this book out)
amazon link / titan link / aicn first look
Star Wars Insider # 120
(newsstand
edition)
US magazine: edited by Jonathan Wilkinson
magazine
(84 pages), Titan Magazines, SRP: $ 5.99
from starwars.com (September 1, 2010):
The Clone Wars is back with a bang in Season 3, and Star Wars Insider has the
latest news from Supervising Director Dave Filoni and CG Lighting and Effects Supervisor
Joel Aron! Other highlights include interviews with the actors of The Force
Unleashed II, Part One of a look back at Hasbro's 15-year history of Star Wars
toys, a tribute to legendary comic artist Al Williamson, and more!
Here's the breakdown:
- Joel Aron -- The CG lighting and effects supervisor for The Clone Wars
talks about his unique role on the show
- The Force Unleashed II -- Actors Cully Fredricksen and Nathalie Cox on
reprising their roles as General Kota and Juno Eclipse!
- Hasbro History -- Part I of Insider's look back at Hasbro's 15 years
of producing Star Wars figures and vehicles
- Dave Filoni -- The Clone Wars supervising director tells of what to
expect in Season Three!
- Al Williamson -- Insider and current Star Wars artists pay tribute to
the late comics artist Al Williamson
- Empire Set Models -- Rare behind-the-scenes photos of miniature set
dioramas used for The Empire Strikes Back
- Adrianne Curry -- America's Next Top Model winner explores her inner
Star Wars geek
- Carrie Fisher -- rare behind-the-scenes photos of Princess Leia from
the classic trilogy
- Death Star Collectibles -- Gus Lopez explores collectibles based on
the Empire's ultimate weapon
- Books: The Force Unleashed II, The Jedi Path, The Making of Star Wars:
The Empire Strikes Back, Star Wars Art: Visions
- Comics: Clone Wars -- Hero of the Confederacy, Dark Empire hardcover,
Marvel's A Long Time Ago Vol. 2, and The Force Unleashed II
- Incoming: New releases from Hasbro, LEGO, Williams-Sonoma, Sideshow,
and Funko
- Bantha Tracks: How Star Wars is trending at Comic-Con
from Star Wars Insider # 119:
The Saga Continues... Next Issue!
-
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Returns! (We get the
lowdown on Season Three!)
-
Actors Unleashed! (The supporting cast of Star
Wars: The Force Unleashed II on the video game event of the year!)
-
Al Williamson Remembered (Insider pays tribute
to a comic book great!)
-
A History of Hasbro (The behind-the-scenes
story of the Star Wars toy line as told by the creators!)
from Previews # 262, July 2010:
Get all the latest news on Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season Three! Also, take a
look at Toymaker’s Tales in a “History of Hasbro.” Plus, a look at the
locations of Endor.
September 15, 2010
Star Wars: Dark
Empire Trilogy
US reprint comic:
written by Tom Veitch
hardcover
(352 pages), Dark Horse Books, ISBN 1-59582-612-2, SRP: $ 29.99
solicitation copy: Collecting
the complete Dark Empire saga—Dark Empire, Dark Empire II, and Empire's
End—this Star Wars hardcover is a handsome must-have!
Six
years after the fall of the Empire in Return of the Jedi, the battle for the
galaxy's freedom rages on. The Empire has been mysteriously reborn under an
unknown leader, wielding a new weapon of great power. Princess Leia and Han
Solo struggle to hold together the New Republic while the galaxy's savior, Luke
Skywalker, fights an inner battle as he is drawn to the dark side, just as his
father...
Star Wars Insider # 120
(Exclusive
Limited Edition Collector’s Cover)
US magazine: edited by Jonathan Wilkinson
magazine
(84 pages), Titan Magazines, SRP: $ 5.99
from starwars.com (September 1, 2010):
The Clone Wars is back with a bang in Season 3, and Star Wars Insider has the
latest news from Supervising Director Dave Filoni and CG Lighting and Effects
Supervisor Joel Aron! Other highlights include interviews with the actors of
The Force Unleashed II, Part One of a look back at Hasbro's 15-year history of
Star Wars toys, a tribute to legendary comic artist Al Williamson, and more!
Here's the breakdown:
- Joel Aron -- The CG lighting and effects supervisor for The Clone Wars
talks about his unique role on the show
- The Force Unleashed II -- Actors Cully Fredricksen and Nathalie Cox on
reprising their roles as General Kota and Juno Eclipse!
- Hasbro History -- Part I of Insider's look back at Hasbro's 15 years
of producing Star Wars figures and vehicles
- Dave Filoni -- The Clone Wars supervising director tells of what to
expect in Season Three!
- Al Williamson -- Insider and current Star Wars artists pay tribute to
the late comics artist Al Williamson
- Empire Set Models -- Rare behind-the-scenes photos of miniature set
dioramas used for The Empire Strikes Back
- Adrianne Curry -- America's Next Top Model winner explores her inner
Star Wars geek
- Carrie Fisher -- rare behind-the-scenes photos of Princess Leia from
the classic trilogy
- Death Star Collectibles -- Gus Lopez explores collectibles based on
the Empire's ultimate weapon
- Books: The Force Unleashed II, The Jedi Path, The Making of Star Wars:
The Empire Strikes Back, Star Wars Art: Visions
- Comics: Clone Wars -- Hero of the Confederacy, Dark Empire hardcover,
Marvel's A Long Time Ago Vol. 2, and The Force Unleashed II
- Incoming: New releases from Hasbro, LEGO, Williams-Sonoma, Sideshow,
and Funko
-
Bantha Tracks: How Star Wars is trending at
Comic-Con
from Star Wars Insider # 119:
The Saga Continues... Next Issue!
-
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Returns! (We get the
lowdown on Season Three!)
-
Actors Unleashed! (The supporting cast of Star
Wars: The Force Unleashed II on the video game event of the year!)
-
Al Williamson Remembered (Insider pays tribute
to a comic book great!)
-
A History of Hasbro (The behind-the-scenes
story of the Star Wars toy line as told by the creators!)
from Previews # 262, July 2010:
Get all the latest news on Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season Three! Also, take a
look at Toymaker’s Tales in a “History of Hasbro.” Plus, a look at the
locations of Endor.
September 16, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars # 6.12 (with free
magnet set and tattoos)
UK comic magazine: edited by Andrew James
comic
magazine (32 pages), Titan Comics, SRP: £ 2.50
September 17, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Defenders of the Republic (Season
3, Episode 1)
US tv-series (fiction)
tv-series,
Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
press-release (August 10, 2010):
Secrets Are Revealed In All-New Season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Premiering
on Cartoon Network, Friday, September 17, 9 p.m. (ET/PT). New Clone Wars
Adventures Online Virtual World to Debut with Season Premiere.
Building on the huge ratings win from last spring’s second season finale
of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Cartoon Network announced today it will premiere
22 all-new episodes for season three of the critically acclaimed CG-animated
series from creator George Lucas and Lucasfilm Animation. The special, one-hour
season three premiere event of Star Wars: The Clone Wars airs Friday, September
17, at 9 p.m. (et/pt).
The season two finale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars was the highest-rated
telecast of the season among all key kid demos—2-11, 6-11, 9-14. The one-hour
special also took the #1 spot as the most-watched telecast of the day (May 2)
among boys 6-14, and #1 for its timeslot with kids 6-14 versus all television.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars is a thrilling, weekly 30-minute “mini-movie”
created by the talented artists at Lucasfilm Animation.
Mystery, intrigue and adventure await our heroes with all-new
action-packed episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars. As war continues to rage
throughout the galaxy, the dark side grows even stronger and the Jedi Knights
are pushed to the breaking point. The lines between good and evil become
blurred as secrets are revealed, truths are questioned and alliances are
betrayed. Loyalties are tested as new enemies emerge and heroes rise – and
fall.
In this transformative new season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars,
surprises wait at every turn, the fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance and
the destiny of the “Chosen One” will at long last be uncovered. Thrilling,
unpredictable and often humorous, the exciting new adventures of the Star Wars
Saga will captivate fans of all ages.
from the Penguin
Juvenile Fiction Catalog (Fall 2010) (page 27): TV movie event that will launch season 3 of the Star Wars: The Clone
Wars television series in October 2010... follows a group of clone troopers as they
rise through the ranks from cadets, to rookies, and all the way to elite ARC
troopers.
Hasbro marketing slide
tv-movie announcement / starwars.com season 3 preview video / starwars.com season 3 trailer
Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures (online
game)
US online game
online
game, Sony Online Entertainment & Lucasfilm, Ltd.
Clone Wars Adventures is a free-to-play to game, but players who want to
take the galactic action to the next level can purchase a monthly Membership
subscription for $5.99, while a variety of epic items can also be purchased
through Station Cash micro-transactions. The Clone Wars Adventures Galactic
Passport is scheduled to be available at thousands of retail locations in North
America later this fall and will include a 90 day membership, 500 Station Cash,
the ability to unlock the Togruta playable character, a Yoda monitor topper,
and more.
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) today announced the development of Clone
Wars Adventures, a free-to-play, action packed virtual world for fans of the
Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated television series on Cartoon Network.
Developed and published by SOE, creators of the critically acclaimed
kids' game, Free Realms, and licensed by LucasArts, in conjunction with
Lucasfilm Ltd., Clone Wars Adventures will launch online and in retail stores
this fall.
"We have a long running and extremely successful partnership with
Sony Online Entertainment and look forward to working together on our next
project, Clone Wars Adventures," said Mary Bihr, Global VP of Publishing,
LucasArts. "Working hand in hand with Lucasfilm, LucasArts and Sony Online
Entertainment ensures that Clone Wars Adventures will be the most authentic and
accessible Clone Wars experience for kids and families to play in their very
own living room."
Focused on creating a fun and safe online environment for kids and
families, Clone Wars Adventures offers exciting minigames, dynamic activities, lively
social events and thousands of customization options. Players can even battle
it out with friends alongside iconic Star Wars characters like Anakin
Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, and Ahsoka Tano.
"Clone Wars Adventures is the ultimate destination for fans of The
Clone Wars series and will bring the action and excitement of the show to
players online so they can experience the The Clone Wars universe
firsthand" said John Smedley, president of Sony Online Entertainment.
"We've worked with LucasArts and Lucasfilm to create a virtual world that
is seamlessly integrated with the TV series and a true extension of the show.
It's also just flat-out fun to play."
With Clone Wars Adventures a new generation of Star Wars fans can become
the next great hero of the Republic and take their rightful place alongside the
Jedi, Padawan and Clone Troopers. Players can speed through space in a
starfighter, take out waves of battle droids in Tower Defense or test their
brains with challenging Droid Programming puzzles. Players can also purchase
legendary Star Wars outfits, items and accessories through micro-transactions
using Station Cash, SOE's virtual currency.
Features:
- Extend the Fantasy:
Kids no longer have to wait until the next exciting episode of Star Wars: The
Clone Wars animated TV series to continue exploring and enjoying the Star Wars
universe. With Clone Wars Adventures, kids can go online to experience exciting
thrills as you duel iconic adversaries with your own custom lightsaber, speed
through the galaxy in your starfighter, defeat enemies and take down starships.
Adventure online to discover your destiny!
- Play Free or Upgrade:
Clone Wars Adventures is a free-to-play game, but players who want to take the
galactic action to the next level can purchase a monthly membership. Players
can also buy cool Star Wars universe items from within the game through
micro-transactions using Station Cash.
- Minigames & More:
From Droid Programming to Speeder Bike Racing, Clone Wars Adventures puts you
in the driver seat to experience epic action in immersive minigames that take
you to your favorite locations in the galaxy. Become the proud owner of a
tricked out Droid pet or throw a party in your player house -- the fun is
endless!
- Fun With Friends: Whether you are on
adventures with old friends or competing for leaderboard status with new ones,
Clone Wars Adventures is a lively virtual world that connects players in fun
and safe ways. Show off your achievements in your Trophy Room, use safe chat
and emoticons to express yourself and celebrate in-world events with the entire
galaxy!
- Embedded Card Game:
Clone Wars Adventures card battles lets players pit a variety of fun
characters, creatures and vehicles from The Clone Wars television show against
one another in a unique, fast-paced combat similar to the gameplay styles of
traditional games such as War and Concentration.
- Kid-Friendly: Parental controls allow for
the customization of safety options, including pre-canned chat and playtime
settings for younger players.
starwars.com announcement
/ clonewarsadventures official site
September 21, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Amazing Adventures
UK book (reprints?):
hardcover,
Dorling Kindersley Canada (192 pages), ISBN 1-553-63150-1
(thanks
to ZeeZee from starwarsbooks for
pointing out that these will probably be Canadian reprints)
Star Wars: Galactic Adventures
UK book (reprints?):
hardcover,
Dorling Kindersley Canada (192 pages), ISBN 1-553-63153-6
(thanks
to ZeeZee from starwarsbooks for
pointing out that these will probably be Canadian reprints)
Star Wars: Jedi Adventures
UK book (reprints?):
hardcover,
Dorling Kindersley Canada (176 pages), ISBN 1-553-63152-8
(thanks
to ZeeZee from starwarsbooks for
pointing out that these will probably be Canadian reprints)
Star Wars: What is a Wookiee? And Other Adventures
UK book (reprints):
hardcover,
Dorling Kindersley Canada (192 pages), ISBN 1-553-63151-4
(thanks
to ZeeZee from starwarsbooks for
pointing out that these will probably be Canadian reprints)
September 22, 2010
Star Wars
Omnibus: A Long Time Ago... Volume 2
US reprint comic
comic
omnibus (480 pages), Dark Horse Books, SRP: $ 24.99
reprints: Marvel’s Star Wars # 28 –
49 (October 1977 – July 1981) and Star Wars Annual # 1 (summer 1979)
solicitation copy: Collecting the issues
#28 -- #49 and the first king-sized annual from the Marvel Comics Star Wars
series that launched in 1977 (the same year as the first film), this second
volume of Star Wars Omnibus: A Long Time Ago.... is a must have for any Star
Wars fan! Contains the six-issue adaptation of The Empire Strikes Back!
September 23, 2010
Star Wars Insider # 96
(UK-version of US # 120)
UK magazine: edited by Jonathan Wilkinson
magazine
(84 pages), Titan Magazines
from Star Wars Insider # 119:
The Saga Continues... Next Issue!
-
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Returns! (We get the
lowdown on Season Three!)
-
Actors Unleashed! (The supporting cast of Star
Wars: The Force Unleashed II on the video game event of the year!)
-
Al Williamson Remembered (Insider pays tribute
to a comic book great!)
-
A History of Hasbro (The behind-the-scenes
story of the Star Wars toy line as told by the creators!)
from Previews # 262, July 2010:
Get all the latest news on Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season Three! Also, take a
look at Toymaker’s Tales in a “History of Hasbro.” Plus, a look at the
locations of Endor.
September 24, 2010
Star Wars: The Old
Republic: Blood of the Empire # 12 (Act 3: Burn the Future, Chapter 4)
US webcomic:
written by Alexander Freed, art by Dave Ross
webcomic
(7 pages), LucasArts, Dark Horse Comics and BioWare, feee
from swtor.com: The Sith Empire strikes blow after blow against a Republic reeling from the
return of its ancient enemies, and the Jedi scramble to defend their holdings.
But Imperial victory is far from certain.
Teneb Kel, a fiercely clever young man apprenticed as a Sith after a life
of servitude and toil, is selected by his masters for a secret mission—a
mission concerning the Emperor himself and a threat to the Dark Lord’s
thousand-year plan. Doomed if he fails, expendable if he succeeds, Teneb must
unravel the schemes at work around him if he is to seize control of his destiny
and alter the course of history.
September 28, 2010
Star Wars: Darth Bane: Dynasty of Evil (paperback
reprint)
US book (fiction):
written by Drew Karpyshyn
paperback (256 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-51157-3, SRP: $ 7.99
from amazon.com: Twenty
years have passed since Darth Bane, reigning Dark Lord of the Sith, demolished
the ancient order devoted to the dark side and reinvented it as a circle of
two: one Master to wield the power and pass on the wisdom, and one apprentice
to learn, challenge, and ultimately usurp the Dark Lord in a duel to the death.
But Bane’s acolyte, Zannah, has yet to engage her Master in mortal combat and
prove herself a worthy successor. Determined that the Sith dream of galactic
domination will not die with him, Bane vows to learn the secret of a forgotten
Dark Lord that will assure the Sith’s immortality–and his own.
A
perfect opportunity arises when a Jedi emissary is assassinated on the troubled
mining planet Doan, giving Bane an excuse to dispatch his apprentice on a
fact-finding mission–while he himself sets out in secret to capture the ancient
holocron of Darth Andeddu and its precious knowledge. But Zannah is no fool.
She knows that her ruthless Master has begun to doubt her, and she senses that
he is hiding something crucial to her future. If she is going to claim the
power she craves, she must take action now.
While
Bane storms the remote stronghold of a fanatical Sith cult, Zannah prepares for
her Master’s downfall by choosing an apprentice of her own: a rogue Jedi
cunning and cold-blooded enough to embrace the Sith way and to stand beside her
when she at last wrests from Bane the mantle of Dark Lord of the Sith.
But
Zannah is not the only one with the desire and power to destroy Darth Bane.
Princess Serra of the Doan royal family is haunted by memories of the monstrous
Sith soldier who murdered her father and tortured her when she was a child.
Bent on retribution, she hires a merciless assassin to find her tormentor–and
bring him back alive to taste her wrath.
Only a
Sith who has taken down her own Master can become Dark Lord of the Sith. So
when Bane suddenly vanishes, Zannah must find him–possibly even rescue
him–before she can kill him. And so she pursues her quarry from the grim depths
of a ravaged world on the brink of catastrophe to the barren reaches of a
desert outpost, where the future of the dark side’s most powerful disciples
will be decided, once and for all, by the final, fatal stroke of a lightsaber.
Star Wars: The Jedi Path
(A Manual for Students of the Force) (Amazon-exclusive)
US book (non-fiction?): written by Daniel
Wallace
hardcover
(160 pages), becker&mayer!, ISBN 1-603-80096-9, SRP: $ 99.99
from amazon.com: The Jedi Path, Fully
Illustrated, with Removable Features and a Mechanical Vault With the push of a button, the doors of the vault
open in a wash of light and Star Wars sound effects. The inner platform rises,
revealing this exclusive edition of The
Jedi Path.
This ancient training manual, crafted by
early Jedi Masters, has educated and enlightened generations of Jedi. It explains
the history and hierarchy of the Jedi Order, and what Jedi must know to take
their place as defenders of the peace in the galaxy—from mastery of the Force
to the nuances of lightsaber combat.
Passed down from Master to Padawan, the
pages of this venerable text have been annotated by those who have held it,
studied it, and lived its secrets. From Yoda and Luke Skywalker to Count Dooku
and Darth Sidious, they have shaped the content of the book by leaving mementos
tucked within the pages, tearing out pages, and adding their personal
experiences as tangible reminders of the lessons they’ve learned.
Through wars and rebellion, only a single copy of this manual has survived. It
is now passed on to you.
The ancient Masters who wrote the text: Fae
Coven, Grand Master and head of the Jedi Council; Crix Sunburris, Jedi Ace
starfighter pilot; Restelly Quist, Jedi Chief Librarian; Skarch Vaunk, Jedi
Battlemaster and lightsaber expert; Bowspritz, Jedi Biologist and expert on the
Living Force; Sabla-Mandibu, Jedi Seer and Holocron expert; Morrit Ch’gally,
Jedi Recruiter; Gal-Stod Slagistrough, Jedi leader of the Agricultural Corps.
Jedi who added personal commentary: Yoda,
Thame Cerulian, Count Dooku, Qui-Gon Jinn, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker,
Ahsoka Tano, Darth Sidious, and Luke Skywalker.
Removable features: A
letter tracing the book’s history, a severed Padawan braid, a metal Jedi Credit
medallion, a Jedi starfighter patch, a burned poster of the Jedi Code, a map of
the Jedi Temple, a lightsaber diagram sketched on the back of a napkin from
Dex’s Diner, and a note on the missing pages torn from the book by a Sith.
Created in collaboration with
Lucasfilm—along with an acclaimed Star Wars author and revered Star Wars
illustrators—this volume provides new insights into the history and lore of the
Jedi Order while introducing never-before-seen ships, creatures, characters,
and details about how one trains to become a Jedi.
Daniel Wallace at his blog (August 20, 2010): Reminder: The Jedi Path is an Amazon
exclusive and you can't get it at your local bookstore. It officially goes on
sale September 28 but is available for
preorder at the product page for 37% off (and free shipping!)
Daniel Wallace at his blog (July 18, 2010): The book itself contains the wisdom
of eight revered Jedi who put their thoughts to paper approximately 1,000 years
before the events of the movies. This particular copy was printed approx a
century before the movies, falling into the consecutive hands of Yoda, Thame
Cerulian, Count Dooku, Qui-Gon Jinn, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka
Tano, Darth Sidious, and Luke Skywalker. All of the owners left handwritten
comments in the margins so they could complain, educate, mope, or gloat.
Daniel Wallace at DK.com: The Jedi Path is a book from becker&mayer! coming out this summer, which
resembles a "lost journal" containing the teachings of the galaxy's
greatest Jedi Masters with annotations scrawled in its margins handwritten by
Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ahsoka Tano, Luke Skywalker, and others.
from Becker & Mayer’s
September 2009 Catalog: Handed down through generations, this venerable text reveals the history
and training practices of a Jedi Knight—progressing from Youngling to Padawan,
to Knight, and ultimately to Master. The ancient text is annotated with
comments from Jedi-in-training through the ages along with notes, drawings, and
objects they have left tucked in the pages.
Items include: Jedi Code
poster, student’s map of the Jedi Temple, lightsaber diagram, Jedi Starfighter
patch, severed Padawan braid, and a commemorative JedCred.
(thanks
to Luke Van Horn for pointing this one out)
amazon link / becker&mayer PDF catalogue (page 12) / Daniel Wallace blog # 1 / Daniel
Wallace blog # 2 / starwars.com first look
September 29, 2010
Star Wars: Blood
Ties: Jango and Boba Fett # 2 (of 4)
US comic (fiction): written by Tom
Taylor, art and cover by Chris Scalf
comic,
Dark Horse Comics, SRP $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Then: Jango
Fett, the most dangerous assassin/bounty hunter in the galaxy, never fails to
get his man. But Jango has never had a success that has affected him this way.
Now: Boba Fett has taken up his father's
mantle and lived up to Jango's fearsome reputation. But a secret from the past
has Boba working a case he would normally dismiss and wondering if he actually
knew his father as well as he thought...
Across the generations, and across the galaxy, if a Fett is on your
trail, you've reached a dead end!
Randy Sradley in Blood Ties # 1 (August 25, 2010): This was
originally going to be a one-off miniseries about Jango and Boba Fett, but
after working together for just one issue, writer Tom Taylor and artist Chris
Scalf decided they wanted to continue the collaboration. So, next year you can
look forward to another Blood Ties miniseries featuring another set of famous
(or infamous!) Star Wars characters who share a blood bond.
Star Wars: Invasion: Rescues # 4 (of 6)
US comic: written
by Tom Taylor, art by Colin Wilson, cover by Jo Chen
comic
(40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, SRP: $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Jedi-in-training
Finn Galfridian learns a secret about his mother that he never knew, but the
knowledge only leads to new questions about himself and his unusual ability.
Meanwhile, Kaye Galfridian leads a New Republic attack against a Yuuzhan
Vong base, not realizing that the Vong commander's tactics are meant to buy him
time to learn more about his most hated foe: Kaye's brother, Finn.
New allies, new enemies, and a turning point in the lives of the
Galfridian family!
The Wildlife of
Star Wars: A Field Guide (softcover reprint of the November 2001
hardcover)
US book (non-fiction):
written by Terryl Whitlatch
softcover
(176 pages), Chronicle Books, ISBN 0-8118-4763-5, SRP: $ 22.95
from amazon.com: In The
Wildlife of Star Wars: A Field Guide, Terry Whitlatch and Bob Carrau offer a
faux naturalist's sketchbook of the fauna born of George Lucas and co.'s
considerable imagination: the spot-light sloths of the Dagobah Rain Forest, the
Peko Pekos of planet Naboo's Gungan Swamp, the gas-filled Beldons of Bespin,
which can achieve a girth of 10 kilometers, and a host of other fantastical
creations populate this delightful large-format book. Drawings on every page
are substantiated by salient pieces of information about habitat, habits and
danger-factor.
from Previews # 262, July 2010:
Designed as a naturalist’s sketch book (with a genuine dewback hide cover) and
featuring the meticulous illustrations of Star Wars’ artist Terryl Whitlatch,
The Wildlife of Star Wars is the definitive guide to the creatures of George
Lucas’ creation. With simple pen and ink, the artist captures the unusual
anatomy, the extraordinary behavior, and the rainbow hues of the most
interesting wildlife of the worlds of Star Wars.
September 30, 2010
Star Wars: The
Clone Wars: Little Library
UK book (juvenile non-fiction)
Ladybird (Sunbird), ISBN 1-40939-031-4, SRP: £ 4.99
six mini books contained in slipcase
from penguincatalog.co.uk: The perfect introduction for young
Star Wars: The Clone Wars fans, this Little Library has six little board books
in it, each featuring a key Jedi or Separatist character - Anakin Skywalker,
Ahsoka Tano, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Asajj Ventress, General Grievous and bounty hunter
Cad Bane. The perfect stocking filler or year-round gift!
Star Wars: The
Clone Wars: Official Episode Guide
UK book (non-fiction): written by Jason Fry
softcover (192 pages), Ladybird (Sunbird), ISBN 1-40939-033-0, SRP: £ 6.99
from penguincatalog.co.uk: An amazing companion to Star Wars: The
Clone Wars series one and two. The episode guide follows the adventures of
Anakin Skywalker and his Padawan, Ahsoka Tano, as they fight to bring peace to
the galaxy in the Clone Wars. With episode highlights, facts and stats on key
Jedi and Separatist characters like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Asajj Ventress and Count
Dooku, and even a great poster for your wall!
September 1, 2010
Star Wars Collection Annual 2011
UK annual:
book
(hardcover, 288 pages), Pedigree Books, ISBN 1-9069-1892-9, SRP: £
24.99
Fall 2010
Star Wars: The
Clone Wars: The Way of the Warrior
(personalized book)
USA book (juvenile fiction)
Penguin
from starwars.com
(August 27, 2010): Attention Clone Wars
readers in the UK! The innovative publishing teams of Penguin and Penwizard
have come together to produce the first ever personalized Star Wars: The Clone
Wars book. This is the first book to offer Clone Wars fans the opportunity to
appear in print alongside their favorite heroes and villains.
The Way of the Warrior is a thrilling story where a customized avatar
draws upon all their skills and courage to outwit an evil bounty hunter. To
create an avatar, the individual makes a choice between siding with the
Republic to become a Jedi or joining the forces of darkness to adopt the guise
of a Sith. The book can be personalized by selecting facial features along with
hair style and color to create a likeness. The customized character will appear
throughout the story alongside iconic figures such as Yoda, Anakin and Count
Dooku. If the book is a gift, then there's also an option to include a personal
message.
Perfect for Clone Wars fans of all ages, The Way of the Warrior will be
available from October priced £14.99 plus postage and packing. Books are
printed and delivered within 7 working days. This offer is based out of the UK.
A US version will be available this Fall
from penwizard (August 27, 2010):
It’s the time of the Clone Wars, and the galaxy is divided by war. Master Yoda
has chosen his champion Jedi Knight Any Name to fulfill the Palawa
prophecy known as the Way of the Warrior...
starwars.com link /
penwizard link
October 2010
Star Wars: The
Clone Wars: The Way of the Warrior
(personalized book)
UK book (juvenile fiction)
Penguin & Penwizard, SRP: £ 14.99
from starwars.com
(August 27, 2010): Attention Clone Wars
readers in the UK! The innovative publishing teams of Penguin and Penwizard
have come together to produce the first ever personalized Star Wars: The Clone
Wars book. This is the first book to offer Clone Wars fans the opportunity to appear
in print alongside their favorite heroes and villains.
The Way of the Warrior is a thrilling story where a customized avatar
draws upon all their skills and courage to outwit an evil bounty hunter. To
create an avatar, the individual makes a choice between siding with the
Republic to become a Jedi or joining the forces of darkness to adopt the guise
of a Sith. The book can be personalized by selecting facial features along with
hair style and color to create a likeness. The customized character will appear
throughout the story alongside iconic figures such as Yoda, Anakin and Count
Dooku. If the book is a gift, then there's also an option to include a personal
message.
Perfect for Clone Wars fans of all ages, The Way of the Warrior will be
available from October priced £14.99 plus postage and packing. Books are
printed and delivered within 7 working days. This offer is based out of the UK.
A US version will be available this Fall
from penwizard (August 27, 2010):
It’s the time of the Clone Wars, and the galaxy is divided by war. Master Yoda
has chosen his champion Jedi Knight Any Name to fulfill the Palawa
prophecy known as the Way of the Warrior...
starwars.com link /
penwizard link
Star Wars Insider # 121
(newsstand
edition)
US magazine: edited by Jonathan Wilkinson
magazine
(84 pages), Titan Magazines, SRP: $ 5.99
from Previews # 263, August 2010:
Video Games Exclusive! This fun-packed issue looks at how Star Wars: The Clone
Wars designed the galaxy. Also, the Empire strikes toystores as we look at
collecting The Empire Strikes Back. All this, plus video game exclusives,
exploring the Old Republic, and Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II.
Star Wars Insider # 121
(Exclusive
Limited Edition Collector’s Cover)
US magazine: edited by Jonathan Wilkinson
magazine
(84 pages), Titan Magazines, SRP: $ 5.99
from Previews # 263, August 2010:
Video Games Exclusive! This fun-packed issue looks at how Star Wars: The Clone
Wars designed the galaxy. Also, the Empire strikes toystores as we look at
collecting The Empire Strikes Back. All this, plus video game exclusives,
exploring the Old Republic, and Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II.
Star Wars Insider # 97
(UK-version of US # 121)
UK magazine: edited by Jonathan Wilkinson
magazine
(84 pages), Titan Magazines
from Previews # 263, August 2010:
Video Games Exclusive! This fun-packed issue looks at how Star Wars: The Clone
Wars designed the galaxy. Also, the Empire strikes toystores as we look at
collecting The Empire Strikes Back. All this, plus video game exclusives,
exploring the Old Republic, and Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II.
early October 2010
Star Wars: Knight Errant (online short story)
US online short story: written
by John Jackson Miller
online
short story
from
the EUCantina twitter (August 14,
2010): A short-story
prequel will be online before issue #1 of Knight Errant.
October 1, 2010
Lego Brickmaster: Star Wars (Make 8
Amazing Lego Models)
Includes over 240 bricks and 2 mini-figures
UK book (non-fiction)
hardcover
(56 pages), Dorling Kindersley Limited,
ISBN 1-4053-5622-7
from amazon.com: Books and building bricks come
together like never before! Dynamic full-color photos combine with clearly
labeled instructions, trivia, and a compelling story to make the Brickmaster
kits perfect for all LEGO fans!
With this kit, kids can create incredible
spacecraft from the world of Star Wars, or build their own unique warp-speed
ships.
from the DK Fall 2010
Trade Catalog (PDF page 95): With this kit, kids of all ages can create
incredible spacecraft from the world of Star Wars, or build their own unique
warp-speed ships.
starwars.com first look
/ amazon link
October 5, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Magazine # 1
US comic magazine (bi-monthly): edited
by Andrew James
comic
magazine (52 pages), Titan Comics, SRP $ 4.99
from Previews # 263, August 2010:
Star Wars: The Clone Wars is a bi-monthly, 52-page window into a galaxy far,far
away! Featuring an all-new 8-10 page comic strip in every issue, alongside a
stunning mix of colorful, in-depth features, episode guides, fun puzzles and
activities, games, projects to make, each issue is crammed full of
lightsaber-swinging, blaster-firing fun. All this, and plenty of reader
interaction, too, as fans get in touch with their letters, questions, artwork
and more!
from starwars.com (July 20, 2010):
Coming to newsstands and comic stores near you from October 5, Star Wars: The
Clone Wars Magazine bursts with action and adventure! Each 52-page, bi-monthly
issue contains all-new Clone Wars comic strip adventures, puzzles to test even
the most gifted Jedi, fantastic features packed with Clone Wars facts,
character profiles, episode guides, sweepstakes and much, much more!
Speaking about this exciting new
release, Star Wars: The Clone Wars Magazine editor Andrew James said, "I'm
thrilled to debut the Magazine in time for the third season. The show is a
modern animated classic, and I love every minute of working on it! Hopefully
that excitement comes through on every page of the magazine -- this is going to
be The Clone Wars' greatest year yet, and we can't wait to bring you as much
cool stuff as possible. Don't forget your mail is a huge part of what makes the
magazine so fun: so send us all your letters, drawings and photos!"
Please send any submissions to Titan either by email to:
clonewars@titanemail.com or by mail to: Star Wars: The Clone Wars Magazine,
Titan Magazines, PMB#1-296, 8205 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood CA
90046-5977. Unfortunately Titan cannot return any submissions posted to them.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Magazine is essential reading for all young
Jedi across the galaxy and beyond!
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed I I (novel)
US book (fiction): written by Sean Williams
(based on a story by Haden Blackman)
hardcover
(480 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-51154-6, SRP $ 29.00
from randommhouse.com: As ruthless apprentice to Darth Vader, Starkiller was
mercilessly schooled in the ways of the dark side, commanded to exterminate the
last of the purged Jedi Order, and groomed for the ultimate Sith power play:
assassination of the Emperor. He served without question, killed without
remorse, and lost his heart without warning to beautiful Imperial fighter pilot
Juno Eclipse, never suspecting that he was just a tool in the schemes of his
masters—until it was too late to escape their lethal betrayal.
Juno mourned Starkiller as dead...but now he is back,
purged of all memories and programmed to kill. And as fate brings Juno and
Starkiller closer to reuniting, with Darth Vader determined not to lose his
assassin a second time, they will both have to make a stand. The prize is
freedom. The punishment for failing will be eternal enslavement to the dark
side of the Force...
from
the Random
House Fall 2010 catalog (page 68): Brand-new
novel tying in to the huge Star Wars video game launching in November 2010.
A
blockbuster novelization of a blockbuster Star wars video game that is the
follow up to the hugely successful, award-winning Star Wars: The Force
Unleashed video game, which came out in 2008 and has more than 6 million units
sold!
(thanks
to Michael Marks for the initial announcement on amazon / thanks to ZeeZee
from swbooks for the Random House summary)
amazon link / random house link
October 6, 2010
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II (graphic novel)
US comic (fiction): written by
Haden Blackman, art by Omar Francia
comic
(trade paperback, 88 pages), Dark Horse Books, ISBN 1-59582-553-3, SRP $ 11.99
solicitation copy: The end of the story
in the hugely popular game The Force Unleashed left the Star Wars galaxy poised
at the brink of civil war. But before that can happen, the Emperor and his
apprentice, Darth Vader, have another plan already in play.
The author of the original game, Haden Blackman, returns with a new
story of treachery, deception, and the manipulation of the overwhelming power
of the Force. Omar Francia, from Star Wars: Legacy and Mass Effect, is back,
providing the amazing art for this original graphic novel based on the upcoming
LucasArts game! Not merely an adaptation of the events in the game, this
graphic novel expands on the story!
from starwars.com
(August 12, 2010): 2011 will be a banner
year for Dark Horse Comics. They will they be celebrating twenty five years of
publishing and twenty years of Star Wars comics. Vice president of publishing
Randy Stradley and others were on hand to announce the latest news at
Celebration V.
October will see the release of both The Force Unleashed Volume 2 trade
paperback and The Force Unleashed II video game from LucasArts. The comic
features a parallel storyline that looks at the events of the video game
through the eyes of Boba Fett. Darth Vader entrusts a new, mysterious type of
trooper to Fett's command to perform a mission that no one man can complete
alone. Art by Omar Francia and story by The Force Unleashed creator and fan
favorite, Haden Blackman.
darkhorse link / amazon link / starwars.com Celebration V
link
Star Wars: The Old Republic # 4 (of 6) (Blood of the Empire: Part 1 of 3)
US comic (fiction): written by
Alexander Freed, illustrated by Dave Ross, cover by Benjamin Carré
comic,
Dark Horse Comics, SRP $ 2.99
reprints
the Blood of the Empire Act 1: Shades of the Sith webcomics # 1 – 4 from swtor.com
solicitation copy: After hundreds of
years, the Sith Empire has returned to the galaxy, determined to crush the
Republic that sent them into exile. For young Sith Teneb Kel, it is his only
chance to rise above his lowly beginnings as a slave and prove his worth to the
Dark Council. Yet their mission for him is unexpected. He will not hunt Jedi,
but rather, a fellow Sith -- the Emperor's apprentice!
October 7, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Defenders of the Republic (juvenile fiction)
US book (fiction): written by Rob Valois
softcover
(160 pages), Grossett & Dunlap, ISBN 0-448-45464-5, SRP: $ 6.99
from the Penguin
Juvenile Fiction Catalog (Fall 2010) (page 27) revised post: Based on the Star Wars: The Clone Wars television series, this novel
follows a group of clone troopers as they rise through the ranks from cadets,
to rookies, and all the way to elite ARC troopers.
from the Penguin
Juvenile Fiction Catalog (Fall 2010) (page 27) initial post: Based on the TV movie event that will launch season 3 of the Star Wars:
The Clone Wars television series in October 2010, this novel follows a group of
clone troopers as they rise through the ranks from cadets, to rookies, and all
the way to elite ARC troopers.
October 12, 2010
The Making of
Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back: The Definite Story
behind
the Film
US book (non-fiction): Del
Rey, by J.W. Rinzler, foreword by Ridley Scott
hardcover,
Del Rey (372 pages), ISBN 0-345-50961-7, SRP: $ 85.00
from JW Rinzler’s blog
(May 6, 2010): Yep, Del Rey books is promoting the heck out of this
one. We're even working on a promotional video piece, which is a first for us. There
will be a sizzler version and a longer "director's cut" version.
It'll debut in June or July. Anyway, this book has been probably the most fun
to write. Also I laid out the images for this one, which was additional fun.
Instead of hoping a designer would get it right, I was able to manipulate the
images to my heart's content. The images and words should now come together for
the reader to tell the cast and crew's unbelievable Empire stories.
flap-copy from starwars.com (January 19, 2010): In this lavish thirtieth-anniversary tribute to the blockbuster film
StarWars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, New York Times bestselling author
J. W. Rinzler draws back the curtain to reveal the intense drama and
magnificent wizardry behind the hit movie—without doubt the fan favorite of the
Star Wars saga.
Following his The Making of Star Wars, the author has once again made
use of his unlimited access to the Lucasfilm Archives and its hidden treasures
of previously unpublished interviews, photos, artwork, and production mementos.
The result is a comprehensive behind-the-scenes, up-close-and-personal look at
the trials and triumphs, risks and close calls, inspiration, perspiration, and
imagination that went into every facet of this cinematic masterpiece. Here's the
inside scoop on:
- the evolution of the script, from story conference and treatment to
fifth draft, as conceived, written, and rewritten by George Lucas, famed
science-fiction author Leigh Brackett, and screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan
- the development of new key characters, including roguish hero Lando
Calrissian, sinister bounty hunter Boba Fett, and iconic Jedi Master Yoda
- the challenges of shooting the epic ice planet battle in the frozen
reaches of Norway and of conjuring up convincing creatures and craft—from
tauntauns and snowspeeders to Imperial walkers
- the construction of a life-sized Millennium Falcon and the swamp
planet Dagobah inside a specially built soundstage in Elstree Studios
the technique behind master Muppeteer Frank Oz's breathing life into the
breakthrough character Yoda
- the creation of the new, improved Industrial Light & Magic visual
effects facility and the founding of the nowlegendary Skywalker Ranch
In addition, of course, are rare on-the-scene interviews with all the
major players: actors Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee
Williams, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, and David Prowse; director Irvin
Kershner; producer Gary Kurtz; effects specialists Richard Edlund, DennisMuren,
Ken Ralston, and Phil Tippett; composer John Williams; and many others.
Punctuating the epic account is a bounty of drawings, storyboards, and
paintings by Ralph McQuarrie, Joe Johnston, and Ivor Beddoes, along with
classic and rare production photos. An added bonus is a Foreword by acclaimed
director Ridley Scott.
The Making of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back is a fittingly glorious
celebration of an undisputed space-fantasy moviemilestone. Search your
feelings, you know it to be true.
from starwars.com (August 30, 2009): While you may have caught a glimpse of this upcoming book in our
Comic-Con coverage a couple weeks ago, we've now got a clean cover image of The
Making of The Empire Strikes Back by Lucasfilm's J.W. Rinzler to share.
We're able to report that early passes of this book
are absolutely brimming with never-before-published photos, and the length
matches that of the deluxe Star Wars edition printed two years ago -- 372
pages. Foreword by Alien/Blade Runner/Gladiator director Ridley Scott.
The Making of the Empire Strikes Back will be
available in 2010 and is being published by Del Rey Books. Stay tuned to
starwars.com for further reports of this highly-anticipated book to be released
for Empire's 30th anniversary...
information from Star Wars Insider # 92, March/April
2007:“J.W. Rinzler (LucasBooks executive editor)
says tentative plans are afoot to reissue the making-of books for The Empire
Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, with Alan Arnold and John Philip Peecher’s
original manuscripts supplemented by a wealth of images.”
information from starwars.com,
April 23, 2007: Question: Is there other archival material, for example relating to the
two sequels, that has yet to come to light? Is this the last "Making
Of" book?
J.W. Rinzler: Well, the next two already
have published books out there. But there is a ton of never-seen-before visual
material that we could publish. A lot depends on how The Making of Star Wars does
in the marketplace. If it's a success, then I'll be able to leverage deluxe
versions, with many more photos and art, for Empire and Jedi -- perhaps for
their anniversaries.
starwars.com
link / amazon link / starwars.com
first look with cover / starwars.com front and back
cover / randomhouse link
starwars.com sneak peek
/ sneak peek 2 / sneak peek # 3
October 13, 2010
Star Wars: Knight Errant: Aflame # 1 (of 5)
US comic: written
by John Jackson Miller, art by Federico Dallocchio / cover by Joe Quinones /
variant cover by Dave Ross
comic
(40 pages), Dark Horse Comics
solicitation copy: More than one
thousand years before Luke Skywalker, a dark age grips the galaxy as an
ineffectual Republic abandons entire systems to Sith control. A newly knighted
Jedi on her first mission, eighteen-year-old Kerra Holt has joined a band of
Jedi volunteers traveling deep behind enemy lines, with no support from the
Republic and little chance of survival. She thinks she is prepared for
anything. She's wrong.
John Jackson Miller is also writing a Knight Errant novel for Del Rey
starring Kerra Holt in an original adventure! See her here first!
John Jackson Miller at MTV’s
Splash Page (July 7, 2010):
Set a millennia before “Episode I”, Knight Errant finds the Republic in one of
its darkest hours – centuries, is more like it. In the outer regions of the
galaxy, an alarming number of warlords has risen. Followers of ancient Sith
teachings, many declare themselves Sith Lords and set up their own despotic
mini-empires, all vying against each other for the right to finish the Republic
off. Ravaged by warfare and plague, the Republic is forced into a wide range of
unprecedented emergency actions, from selecting Jedi as Chancellors to deactivating
the communication systemss that connect the outer regions of the galaxy with
the core.
But not all Jedi Knights are willing to accept a role
limited to defending the Republic. Kerra well knows that if the Sith stop
fighting amongst themselves, the Republic could well find all its enemies
united against it. So the state of galactic politics is chaotic, indeed. And if
you’re unfortunate enough to live underfoot while these titans battle, it’s
sheer misery.
Ultimately, Kerra is faced with a number of choices
about what she really ought to be doing, and what her role really is. What does
it mean to be a Jedi Knight, alone, without the Jedi Order behind her? How do
you keep peace and order in a place where none has existed for decades? Staying
alive is Job #1, and will be difficult enough — but then, she’s got to figure
out what else she should be doing.
Sue Rostoni at the starwars.com
forums (February 11, 2010): Regarding KNIGHT ERRANT -- that is the book title.
It's also the over-arching comic series title. Each mini-series within the
overall series will have it's own, individual title.
from John
Jackson Miller’s blog (February 10, 2010): The comics series launches later in 2010.
The novel, due in 2011, is not an adaptation of the comics series, but a brand
new story set in the same continuity. The series and novel both follow the adventures
of Kerra Holt, a young Jedi knight living in what's been termed the Dark Ages
for the Republic — a thousand years before Episode I, and more than a
generation before Darth Bane introduced the Rule of Two. Sith are plentiful in
this era. How do you keep order when chaos is everywhere?
press release (February 10, 2010): Coming off the heels of penning the breakout hit Mass Effect: Redemption
and the gripping finale of Knights of the Old Republic, writer John Jackson
Miller introduces us to Kerra Holt, a young Jedi who’s about to realize that
her role in the galaxy is far more important, and vastly different, than she
could have ever imagined.
Set one thousand years before Episode I, in a time referred to as the
“Dark Age of the Republic,” this story takes place in an era when the Sith were
legion and the Republic was strained to the breaking point, leaving large
swaths of the galaxy with no one to turn to. This pivotal time in the history
of Star Wars has been largely unexplored, until now.
Additionally, for the first time ever, the writer of this new comics
series will also be authoring a novel for Del Rey Books, set in the same era
and involving the same cast of characters in an all-new adventure. It’s going
to be a unique event for Star Wars, and one that will give fans a whole new
perspective on the galaxy.
“There’s such wonderful chaos going on in the galaxy in this period,”
said writer John Jackson Miller. “More than a generation before Darth Bane
introduced the Rule of Two, Sith Lords are colliding not just with the
Republic, but with each other. Kerra’s going to find that good intentions just
may not be enough in a galaxy gone mad! This is a wide-open area to explore,
and I’m thrilled that Dark Horse and Del Rey have given me this opportunity to do
so.”
“With John writing both the comics and the novel, Knight Errant will be
a Star Wars story on a scale we've never undertaken before," said
comic-series editor Dave Marshall. “This will be a first-of-its-kind
opportunity to introduce the Expanded Universe of the Dark Horse comics to the
fans of the Del Rey novels and vice versa!”
With more news in the coming months, look for Star Wars: Knight Errant
to arrive on shelves later this fall!
from starwars.com (February 10, 2010): Dark
Horse Comics and Del Rey Books are collaborating to tell all new Star Wars
stories in a previously unexplored timeframe, and they're turning to fan
favorite author John Jackson Miller to shed light on some of the darkest times
of the Galactic Republic. Readers are familiar with Miller's work on the
recently completed Knights of the Old Republic comic series, and the Lost Tribe
of the Sith novellas.
Under the series title of Star Wars: Knight Errant, this story will
first arrive as an ongoing comic series published by Dark Horse Comics later
this year. Then, next year, Del Rey will publish a Knight Errant novel, also
written by Miller, featuring an all-new adventure.
The story takes place more than 1,000 years before the events of A New
Hope, during the Dark Age of the Republic when the Sith were powerful. It's
more than a generation before Sith in-fighting led to the rise of Darth Bane,
and his restrictive "rule of two" that restructured the order to
operate in the shadows. In this timeframe, the Republic is in shambles,
crippled by plague and war, and the Sith are dominant.
Miller's stories will not only explore the complex schemes of competing
Sith Lords, including families trying to hold onto power and position amid the
threats of ambitious rivals, but also the struggle of a valiant few Jedi
willing to face the enemy head-on, in systems and sectors that the Republic has
abandoned.
"While the Jedi are doing their best to keep order in what remains
of the Republic, those living in this crazy-quilt of Sith dominions are in
constant danger," Miller said. "If their abusive rulers weren't bad
enough, constant internal warfare means no place is safe. Knight Errant asks
what it means to be a Jedi outside the Republic, in a time and place where no
other hope exists. I've greatly enjoyed working with Dark Horse and Del Rey on
KOTOR and Lost Tribe, and I'm really excited about the opportunity to develop a
new part of the timeline in two media at once."
Look to Star Wars Insider #116 for an exclusive interview with John
Jackson Miller where he gets into some specifics regarding the characters. (The
interview, conducted some time ago, uses the comic series' working title of
Jedi).
darkhorse press release
/ starwars.com announcement
/ MTV's John Jackson Miller
interview (featuring the comic covers!)
darkhorse link (Joe Quinones
cover) / darkhorse link (Dave Ross
cover)
October 18, 2010
Star Wars: Blast Off! (DK Readers pre-Level
1)
US book:
softcover,
DK Children (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6692-9, SRP: $ 3.99
hardcover,
DK Children (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6879-4, SRP: $ 14.99
(thanks
to Michael Marks)
from the DK
Fall 2010 Trade Catalog (PDF page 87): Beginning readers will take the ride of a lifetime as the y meet some of
the amazing characters and creatures of Star Wars in Blast Off!
Star Wars: Clone Troopers in Action (DK Readers
Level 1)
US book:
softcover,
DK Children (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6691-0, SRP: $ 3.99
hardcover,
DK Children (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-6880-8, SRP: $ 14.99
(thanks
to Michael Marks)
from the DK Fall 2010
Trade Catalog (PDF page 87): From their creation on Kamino as clones of Jango Fett to their first
battles against the separatists, Clone Troopers in Action tells the story of
the Clone Troopers as seen in Star Wars: Attack of the Clones.
October 26, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: The Complete Season Two (DVD)
US DVD collection
DVD
collection (22 episodes), Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner Home Video, SRP: $ 44.98
from starwars.com (May 27,
2010): From Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner Home Video,
Four-Disc Set Includes All 22 Action-Packed Episodes, Extensive
Behind-The-Scenes Materials and a Blu-ray Exclusive -- Jedi Temple Archives
The Force is back and better than ever -- in Star Wars: The Clone Wars
The Complete Season Two, coming to DVD and high-definition Blu-ray Disc October
26 from Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner Home Video. Featuring cutting-edge animation
and a host of special bonus materials, the comprehensive collection explores the
farthest reaches of "a galaxy far, far away" with all-new adventures
set against the spectacular backdrop of the Star Wars universe.
Relive all 22 Season Two episodes -- featuring bounty hunters, space
pirates, giant monsters, mind-controlling brain worms and the return of Boba
Fett! -- and then dig deeper with the ultimate look behind the scenes of the
hit TV series. Bonus features include a look inside the Lucasfilm vaults, with
featurette interviews along with Director and Artist commentaries on each disc.
In addition, The Complete Season Two will include a 64-page production journal
with concept designs, original sketches and notes from Supervising Director
Dave Filoni. And exclusive to the Blu-ray disc, The Jedi Temple Archives
provides in-depth access to an extensive database of creative materials.
"Everything's improved since the first season -- the stories, the
animation, everything," said Filoni. "It's bigger and better, and
it's going to look great in high-definition. We're all just so proud of the
series, and I think it shows; we're bursting to share our production secrets,
so the features are just full of fun insights from behind the scenes. As a fan,
this is what I'd want."
Created and executive produced by George Lucas, the first-ever TV production
from Lucasfilm Animation explores the tumultuous time between Episodes II and
III, expanding the scope of Star Wars beyond anything seen in the feature
films. With the fate of the galaxy hanging in the balance, the heroes of the
Republic -- including the valiant Jedi Knights and their loyal clone troopers
-- fight bravely to repel the attacks of the evil Separatists and their droid
army. With fierce battles, expanded storylines and ground-breaking animation,
this is a Star Wars adventure that is bigger, bolder, and more intense than
ever before!
Special Features: Star Wars: The Clone
Wars The Complete Season Two is presented in widescreen with English, Spanish
and French 5.1 DTS audio and English, French and Spanish subtitles. Bonus
features include:
Behind-The-Scenes
Featurettes on each disc:
-
Attack of the Zillo Beast
-
Magic of the Holocron
-
Return to Geonosis
-
Creating Mandalore
64-page
production journal that includes early sketches, artist notes and concept art
from Season Two of Star Wars: The Clone Wars
starwars.com link / starwars.com video
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: The Complete Season Two (BluRay)
US BluRay collection
BluRay
collection (22 episodes), Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner Home Video, SRP: $ 59.99
from starwars.com (May 27,
2010): From Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner Home Video,
Four-Disc Set Includes All 22 Action-Packed Episodes, Extensive
Behind-The-Scenes Materials and a Blu-ray Exclusive -- Jedi Temple Archives
The Force is back and better than ever -- in Star Wars: The Clone Wars
The Complete Season Two, coming to DVD and high-definition Blu-ray Disc October
26 from Lucasfilm Ltd. and Warner Home Video. Featuring cutting-edge animation
and a host of special bonus materials, the comprehensive collection explores
the farthest reaches of "a galaxy far, far away" with all-new adventures
set against the spectacular backdrop of the Star Wars universe.
Relive all 22 Season Two episodes -- featuring bounty hunters, space
pirates, giant monsters, mind-controlling brain worms and the return of Boba
Fett! -- and then dig deeper with the ultimate look behind the scenes of the
hit TV series. Bonus features include a look inside the Lucasfilm vaults, with
featurette interviews along with Director and Artist commentaries on each disc.
In addition, The Complete Season Two will include a 64-page production journal
with concept designs, original sketches and notes from Supervising Director
Dave Filoni. And exclusive to the Blu-ray disc, The Jedi Temple Archives
provides in-depth access to an extensive database of creative materials.
"Everything's improved since the first season -- the stories, the
animation, everything," said Filoni. "It's bigger and better, and
it's going to look great in high-definition. We're all just so proud of the
series, and I think it shows; we're bursting to share our production secrets,
so the features are just full of fun insights from behind the scenes. As a fan,
this is what I'd want."
Created and executive produced by George Lucas, the first-ever TV
production from Lucasfilm Animation explores the tumultuous time between
Episodes II and III, expanding the scope of Star Wars beyond anything seen in
the feature films. With the fate of the galaxy hanging in the balance, the
heroes of the Republic -- including the valiant Jedi Knights and their loyal
clone troopers -- fight bravely to repel the attacks of the evil Separatists
and their droid army. With fierce battles, expanded storylines and
ground-breaking animation, this is a Star Wars adventure that is bigger,
bolder, and more intense than ever before!
Special Features: Star Wars: The Clone
Wars The Complete Season Two is presented in widescreen with English, Spanish
and French 5.1 DTS audio and English, French and Spanish subtitles. Bonus
features include:
Behind-The-Scenes
Featurettes on each disc:
-
Attack of the Zillo Beast
-
Magic of the Holocron
-
Return to Geonosis
-
Creating Mandalore
64-page
production journal that includes early sketches, artist notes and concept art
from Season Two of Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Blu-ray
Exclusive -- The Jedi Temple Archives
An extensive database exploring special effects footage, early concept
art, 3-D character and object turnarounds and early animation. The Archives is
a rare look at the assets in various stages of creation for The Clone Wars,
with a wealth of surprises and never-before seen moments sprinkled throughout
starwars.com link / starwars.com video
Star Wars: Death Troopers
(paperback reprint)
US book (fiction):
written by Joe Schreiber
paperback reprint (304 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-5208105, SRP: $ 7.99
from amazon.com: When
the Imperial prison barge Purge–temporary home to five hundred of the galaxy’s most
ruthless killers, rebels, scoundrels, and thieves–breaks down in a distant,
uninhabited part of space, its only hope appears to lie with a Star Destroyer
found drifting, derelict, and seemingly abandoned. But when a boarding party
from the Purge is sent to scavenge for parts, only half of them come
back–bringing with them a horrific disease so lethal that within hours nearly
all aboard the Purge die in ways too hideous to imagine.
And
death is only the beginning.
The
Purge’s half-dozen survivors–two teenage brothers, a sadistic captain of the
guards, a couple of rogue smugglers, and the chief medical officer, the lone
woman on board–will do whatever it takes to stay alive. But nothing can prepare
them for what lies waiting aboard the Star Destroyer amid its vast creaking
emptiness that isn’t really empty at all. For the dead are rising: soulless,
unstoppable, and unspeakably hungry.
Star Wars: The
Force Unleashed II
US game:
game,
LucasArts
SRP
(Nintendo DS, Sony PSP): $ 29.99 / SRP (Nintendo Wii): $ 49.99 / SRP
(PlayStation 3, Xbox 360): $ 59.99
LucasArts press-release (December 12, 2009): LucasArts Announces Star Wars®: The Force Unleashed™ II
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Dec 12, 2009 — The Star Wars® Saga continues in
2010 with Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, a sequel to the blockbuster
videogame developed by LucasArts.
Released in 2008, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed remains the
fastest-selling Star Wars game ever, with sales of nearly seven million units
worldwide. The action game garnered numerous accolades including the WGA Award
for outstanding achievement in writing for videogames.
With Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, the epic story continues as
players once again assume the role of the devastatingly powerful Starkiller -
Darth Vader's secret apprentice set during the largely unexplored era between
Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: Episode IV A New
Hope.
"Executive Producer Haden Blackman and his team have been able to
build on the core foundation of the award-winning original and create a
powerful combination of engrossing story-telling and intense action. The Force
Unleashed II gives fans an opportunity to wreak havoc on an even greater scale
in the Star Wars universe," said LucasArts' President Darrell Rodriguez.
More information about the game can be found at the official website, www.unleashed2010.com,
which will continue to release details throughout the year.
(thanks to Gareth McCartney for pointing out the release-date)
Youtube Spike TV trailer-link / official site / LucasArts press-release
/ amazon Nintendo DS link / amazon Nintendo Wii link
amazon PlayStation 3 link
/ amazon Sony PSP link / amazon Xbox 360 link
/ sw.com 2010 E3 trailer
Star Wars: The
Force Unleashed II: Premium Collectible Steelbook
US game:
game,
LucasArts
SRP
(Xbox 360): $ 79.99 / SRP (PlayStation 3): $ 79.99
from starwars.com
(June 9, 2010): When Star Wars: The Force
Unleashed II arrives in stores this fall, a premium SteelBook edition will be
available loaded with extras.
-
Exclusive Lightsaber crystal
Also inccluded in an exclusive Starkiller MIMOBOT designer 2GB USB flash
drive loaded with:
-
Digital art book, featuring insights into the
art of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II
-
Game script by Haden Blackman
-
Themed wallpapersExclusive Lightsaber crystal
Exclusive Lightsaber crystal
LucasArts press-release (December 12, 2009): LucasArts Announces Star Wars®: The Force Unleashed™ II
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Dec 12, 2009 — The Star Wars® Saga continues in
2010 with Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, a sequel to the blockbuster
videogame developed by LucasArts.
Released in 2008, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed remains the
fastest-selling Star Wars game ever, with sales of nearly seven million units
worldwide. The action game garnered numerous accolades including the WGA Award
for outstanding achievement in writing for videogames.
With Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, the epic story continues as
players once again assume the role of the devastatingly powerful Starkiller -
Darth Vader's secret apprentice set during the largely unexplored era between
Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: Episode IV A New
Hope.
"Executive Producer Haden Blackman and his team have been able to
build on the core foundation of the award-winning original and create a
powerful combination of engrossing story-telling and intense action. The Force
Unleashed II gives fans an opportunity to wreak havoc on an even greater scale
in the Star Wars universe," said LucasArts' President Darrell Rodriguez.
More information about the game can be found at the official website,
www.unleashed2010.com, which will continue to release details throughout the
year.
amazon PlayStation 3 link
/ amazon Xbox 360 link
/ sw.com 2010 E3 trailer
/ Haden Blackman at ComiCon
Star Wars: The
Force Unleashed II: Prima Official Game Guide
US book (non-fiction):
softcover
gameguide (240 pages), Prima Games, ISBN 0-307-46909-3, SRP $ 19.99
from
amazon.com: Step by
step walkthrough of every level with mission breakdowns for multiple game
platforms!
Detailed area maps with locations of items, objectives and bonus objectives!
Complete appendices with full analysis of every weapon, item, Force power, and
enemy!
Tips and strategies to unlock the secrets of the Sith!
amazon link / randomhouse link
Star Wars: The
Force Unleashed II: Prima Official Game Guide (eBook)
US ebook (non-fiction):
ebook
(240 pages), Prima Games, ISBN 0-307-46910-6, SRP $ 19.99
from
amazon.com: Step by
step walkthrough of every level with mission breakdowns for multiple game
platforms!
Detailed area maps with locations of items, objectives and bonus objectives!
Complete appendices with full analysis of every weapon, item, Force power, and
enemy!
Tips and strategies to unlock the secrets of the Sith!
Star Wars: The
Force Unleashed II Collector’s Edition: Prima Official Game Guide
US book (non-fiction):
hardcover
gameguide (256 pages), Prima Games, ISBN 0-307-46912-0, SRP $ 29.99
from
amazon
Germany (with thanks to starwarsunion.de): Hardcover edition with stunning artwork accentuated with cover
treatments!
Bonus section containing beautiful game artwork and renders!
Step by step walkthrough of every level with mission breakdowns for multiple
game platforms!
Detailed area maps with locations of items, objectives and bonus objectives!
Complete appendices with full analysis of every weapon, item, Force power, and
enemy!
Tips and strategies to unlock the secrets of the Sith!
amazon link / randomhouse link
October 27, 2010
Star Wars: Blood Ties: Jango and Boba Fett # 3 (of 4)
US comic (fiction): written by Tom
Taylor, art and cover by Chris Scalf
comic,
Dark Horse Comics, SRP $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Boba Fett has discovered
that his father left a legacy to someone Boba has never heard of. He manages to
track down the man, but if he is to learn the reasons behind Jango's posthumous
generosity, Boba Fett must first save the man from an army of bounty hunters
who want the guy's head!
Randy Sradley in Blood Ties # 1 (August 25, 2010): This was
originally going to be a one-off miniseries about Jango and Boba Fett, but
after working together for just one issue, writer Tom Taylor and artist Chris
Scalf decided they wanted to continue the collaboration. So, next year you can
look forward to another Blood Ties miniseries featuring another set of famous
(or infamous!) Star Wars characters who share a blood bond.
Star Wars: Invasion: Rescues # 5 (of 6)
US comic: written
by Tom Taylor, art by Colin Wilson, cover by Jo Chen
comic
(40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, SRP: $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Kaye Galfridian has
taken command of a New Republic army, but her first mission has forced her to
fight against some of the very refugees she has come to rescue! Mutated by
Yuuzhan Vong bioengineering, the refugees have become monstrous killing machines
who can only be "saved" by death.
Meanwhile, on their homeworld of Artorias, Kaye's brother Finn must deal
with death on another level, unaware that he has become the enemy's objective
in a new front in the Yuuzhan Vong invasion!
October 28, 2010
Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Villains (A
Pop-Up Storybook)
US book (non-fiction?)
hardcover
(14 pages), Grossett & Dunlap, ISBN 0-448-45463-7, SRP: $ 24.99
from the Penguin
Juvenile Fiction Catalog (Fall 2010) (page 27): The adventure continues as the villains rise to power in this companion
to the amazing Heroes pop-up storybook. Experience the power of the dark side
with nine three-dimensional pop-ups of fan favorites such as General Grievous
and Assaj Ventress along with fifteen different comic book–style stories.
November 2010
Star Wars Comic Packs: Jango Fett: Open Seasons # 2 (Entertainment Earth exclusive)
US comic with action figures
Hasbro/Dark
Horse, rerpint comic with action figures of Mandalorians Jaster Mareel and
Montross
reprints: Star Wars: Jango Fett: Open Seasons # 2, originally published on June
19, 2002
from Entertainment Earth: Who
Are These Amazing Figures?? The Mandalorian
Montross betrayed his brothers during a fierce battle, causing a rift with
Jaster Mareel that can never be healed. Each action figure includes a helmet
and firearms for action battle fun!
Entertainment Earth link
/ rebelscum CV image
Star Wars Comic Packs: Knights of the Old Republic # 6 (Entertainment Earth exclusive)
US comic with action figures
Hasbro/Dark
Horse, rerpint comic with action figures of Jarael (Edessa) and Rohlan Dyre
reprints: Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic # 6 (Commencement: Part 6),
originally published on June 28, 2006
from Entertainment Earth: Who
Are These Amazing Figures?? In Star Wars' pre-history, Jarael and Rohlan Dyre both
fight the good fight against traitors, turncoats, and misguided Jedi Masters.
Jarael is an Arkanian offshoot with extraordinary skills with her weapons, and
she's brought a staff to protect herself. Meanwhile, Rohlan Dyre has a helmet
and a pistol to keep danger at bay, and he's extremely sharp with a blade.
Entertainment Earth link
/ rebelscum CV image
Star Wars Comic Packs: Legacy # 7 (Entertainment Earth exclusive)
US comic with action figures
Hasbro/Dark
Horse, rerpint comic with action figures of Darth Nihl and Deliah Blue
reprints: Star Wars: Legacy # 7 (Broken: Part 6), originally published on
January 10, 2007
from Entertainment Earth:
Who Are These Amazing Figures?? Deliah Blue, a Zeltron mechanic, works with the
forces of good against Darth Nihl in the far-flung future of Star Wars Legacy.
She has her blaster accessory to protect herself, but will that be enough to
stop the lightsaber cane of Darth Nihl?
Entertainment Earth link
/ rebelscum CV image
Star Wars Comic Packs: X-Wing Rogue Squadron # 29 (Entertainment Earth exclusive)
US comic with action figures
Hasbro/Dark
Horse, rerpint comic with action figures of Baron Fel and Ysanne Isard
reprints: Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron # 29 (Masquerade: Part 2), originally
published on April 1, 1998
from Entertainment Earth: Who
Are These Amazing Figures?? After
the Empire's defeat above Endor, Ysanne Isard and Baron Fel fought the good
fight to preserve what the Empire stood for against an unappreciative batch of
rebels. As the head of the Empire's intelligence division, Ms. Isard has a lot
of information at her fingertips, but the blaster she carries is an excellent
back-up against interlopers. Meanwhile, fighter ace pilot Baron Fel is dressed
in his formal uniform and features a unique helmet along with a standard issue
Imperial blaster. Long live Palpatine!
Entertainment Earth link
/ rebelscum CV image
November 1, 2010
Lego Brickmaster: Star Wars (Make 13 Amazing Lego
Models)
Includes over 240 bricks and 2 mini-figures
US book (non-fiction)
hardcover
(48 pages), DK Children, ISBN 0-7566-6311-3, SRP: $ 29.99
from amazon.com: Become a LEGO Brickmaster. If your
child loves LEGO bricks, they'll enjoy this book complete with 140 fantastic
LEGO bricks and 2 mini-figures which make 13 models - great value for money.
Watch as they find out all about building with the LEGO bricks provided while
they take on Darth Vader, in "LEGO Brickmaster Star Wars". This is a
perfect LEGO kit promising hours of playtime for your child.
from the DK Fall 2010
Trade Catalog (PDF page 95): With this kit, kids of all ages can create incredible
spacecraft from the world of Star Wars, or build their own unique warp-speed
ships.
starwars.com first look
/ amazon link / amazon UK link / Lego Brickmaster page
Star Wars: Visions
US book (non-fiction): introduction by
George Lucas, foreword by Jonathan W. Rinzler
hardcover
(176 pages), Abrams Books / Acme / Lucasfilm Ltd. Fine Art, ISBN 0-8109-9589-1,
SRP: $ 40.00
from JW Rinzler’s blog
(May 6, 2010): I've been working on this book off and on since 2005.
You can tell by what's been revealed on starwars.com what it is-and it's pretty
special. Many fantastic artists have created beautiful paintings inspired by
the Saga. In fact we ended up with so many topnotch artworks that Abrams Books
added a Limited Edition, too. More on that later in the year. We recently did a
tie-in with TOPPS trading cards. Don't know if anyone spotted those SW: Visions
cards-there were three of them: Donato Giancola, Gene Colan, and Ed Binkley.
from starwars.com
(March 29, 2010): When Star Wars debuted in
1977, it revolutionized the visual landscape of mainstream American filmmaking,
transporting fans to new galaxies and introducing them to countless now-classic
characters, costumes, aliens, planets, and starships. By 2005, with the last
film in theaters, the Star Wars Saga had become a phenomenon impacting cultures
across the globe.
From the beginning, the Star Wars aesthetic was influenced by comic book
artists from the 1930s to the 1970s, famed illustrators Chesley Bonestell, John
Berkey, Frank Frazetta, and others, as well as classical artists. Just as
George Lucas drew upon the work of N. C. Wyeth and Norman Rockwell for his own
visual inspiration, he has now invited more than 100 of the best working
illustrators, designers, cartoonists, and fine artists to create new work based
on or inspired by their favorite characters, themes, landscapes, and moments
from the Star Wars Universe.
Star Wars: Visions collects the very best of these works together for
the first time, celebrating more than thirty years of Star Wars with a roster
of talent working in every style and genre. Capturing the imagination, beauty,
and breadth of the films, television series, and more, Star Wars Visions is
both a tribute to and a new way of experiencing a galaxy far, far away.
For the past six months, StarWars.com has been offering glimpses of some
of the works featured in this collection. As we countdown until the Fall
release of this hardcover art book from Abrams Books, we will continue to
showcase new pieces.
Star Wars: Visions features the art of a wide range of the best and
upcoming artists, illustrators, designers, and cartoonists working today --
including Amano, Allan R. Banks, Harley Brown, Gary Carter, James Christensen,
Michael Coleman, Kinuko Craft, Jim Dietz, Phillipe Druillet, Donato Giancola,
Ann Hanson, H. R. Giger, Daniel Greene, Ron Kleeman, Arantza Martinez, Syd
Mead, Moebius, Paul Oxborough, Alex Ross, Anthony J. Ryder, Dolfi Stoki,
William Stout, Dan Thompson, Julie Bell and Boris Vallejo, Scott Waddell, Yuqi
Wang, and Jamie Wyeth.
The result is a breakthrough tribute to the worldwide inspiration that
Star Wars has fostered for more than three decades. Star Wars: Visions features
a foreword by George Lucas, and an introduction by J.W. Rinzler. It is a
hardcover release, 176 pages, 12.5 x 10.5 inches, with 120 full-color and
black-and-white illustrations.
from amazon: Star Wars Visions
collects a wealth of art - hand-picked by George Lucas - produced by a variety
of artists, illustrators, designers and cartoonists, working across all genres
and styles to celebrate their favourite characters, themes, worlds and moments from
the Star Wars Universe. The full list of contributors is to be released
incrimentally over the 6 months leading up to publication, with sneak previews,
on starwars.com.
from starwars.com (October 8, 2009):
One of the more intriguing displays spotted this past summer at Comic-Con
International was a cover art from Abrams Books called Star Wars: Visions.
Aside from being slated for a Fall 2010 release, there was scant information to
be found about this project.
starwars.com announcement with
images / original comicon image
/ sw.com image # 1 / image # 2 / image # 3 / image # 4 / image # 5
amazon link / images 7 & 8 / image # 9 / image # 10 / image # 11 / image # 12
Star Wars: Visions: Limited Edition
US book (non-fiction): introduction by
George Lucas, foreword by Jonathan W. Rinzler
hardcover
(224 pages), Abrams Books / Acme / Lucasfilm Ltd. Fine Art, ISBN 0-8109-9678-2,
SRP: $ 400.00
from amazon: When Star Wars
debuted in 1977, it revolutionized the visual landscape of mainstream American
filmmaking, transporting fans to new galaxies and introducing them to countless
now-classic characters, costumes, aliens, planets, and starships. By 2005, with
the last film in theaters, the Star Wars Saga had become a phenomenon impacting
cultures across the globe. From the beginning, the Star Wars aesthetic was
influenced by comic book artists from the 1930s to the 1970s; famed illustrators
Chesley Bonestell, John Berkey, Frank Frazetta, and others; as well as
classical artists. Just as George Lucas drew upon the work of N. C. Wyeth and
Norman Rockwell for his own visual inspiration, he has now invited more than
100 of the most well-known and promising working artists-across several
disciplines, genres, and countries-to draw upon the entire Star Wars galaxy for
inspiration. Star Wars: Visions collects these magnificent artworks for the
first time. Featuring pieces by renowned artists such as Amano, Allan R. Banks,
Harley Brown, Gary Carter, James Christensen, Michael Coleman, Kinuko Craft,
Jim Dietz, Phillipe Druillet, Donato Giancola, Ann Hanson, H. R. Giger, Daniel
Greene, Ron Kleeman, Arantza Martinez, Syd Mead, Moebius, Paul Oxborough, Alex
Ross, Anthony J. Ryder, Dolfi Stoki, William Stout, Dan Thompson, Julie Bell
and Boris Vallejo, Scott Waddell, Yuqi Wang, and Jamie Wyeth, Star Wars:
Visions is a breakthrough tribute to the worldwide inspiration that Star Wars
has fostered for over three decades. Star Wars Visions: Limited Edition
features more than fifty paintings and illustrations not seen in the trade
edition, as well as "behind-the-scenes" shots of artists' working
processes, preporatory sketches, and more. Presented in a delux format, with a
real-cloth cover and clamshell case, the Limited Edition also comes with five
10 x 12" high-quality archival giclee prints, signed by artists Jamie
Wyeth, Alex Ross, Moebius, Donato Giancola, and Daniel Greene.
from starwars.com
(March 29, 2010): When Star Wars debuted in
1977, it revolutionized the visual landscape of mainstream American filmmaking,
transporting fans to new galaxies and introducing them to countless now-classic
characters, costumes, aliens, planets, and starships. By 2005, with the last
film in theaters, the Star Wars Saga had become a phenomenon impacting cultures
across the globe.
From the beginning, the Star Wars aesthetic was influenced by comic book
artists from the 1930s to the 1970s, famed illustrators Chesley Bonestell, John
Berkey, Frank Frazetta, and others, as well as classical artists. Just as
George Lucas drew upon the work of N. C. Wyeth and Norman Rockwell for his own
visual inspiration, he has now invited more than 100 of the best working
illustrators, designers, cartoonists, and fine artists to create new work based
on or inspired by their favorite characters, themes, landscapes, and moments
from the Star Wars Universe.
Star Wars: Visions collects the very best of these works together for
the first time, celebrating more than thirty years of Star Wars with a roster
of talent working in every style and genre. Capturing the imagination, beauty,
and breadth of the films, television series, and more, Star Wars Visions is
both a tribute to and a new way of experiencing a galaxy far, far away.
For the past six months, StarWars.com has been offering glimpses of some
of the works featured in this collection. As we countdown until the Fall
release of this hardcover art book from Abrams Books, we will continue to
showcase new pieces.
Star Wars: Visions features the art of a wide range of the best and
upcoming artists, illustrators, designers, and cartoonists working today --
including Amano, Allan R. Banks, Harley Brown, Gary Carter, James Christensen,
Michael Coleman, Kinuko Craft, Jim Dietz, Phillipe Druillet, Donato Giancola,
Ann Hanson, H. R. Giger, Daniel Greene, Ron Kleeman, Arantza Martinez, Syd
Mead, Moebius, Paul Oxborough, Alex Ross, Anthony J. Ryder, Dolfi Stoki,
William Stout, Dan Thompson, Julie Bell and Boris Vallejo, Scott Waddell, Yuqi
Wang, and Jamie Wyeth.
The result is a breakthrough tribute to the worldwide inspiration that
Star Wars has fostered for more than three decades. Star Wars: Visions features
a foreword by George Lucas, and an introduction by J.W. Rinzler.
from starwars.com (October 8, 2009):
One of the more intriguing displays spotted this past summer at Comic-Con
International was a cover art from Abrams Books called Star Wars: Visions.
Aside from being slated for a Fall 2010 release, there was scant information to
be found about this project.
starwars.com announcement with
images / original comicon image
/ sw.com image # 1 / image # 2 / image # 3 / image # 4 / image # 5
amazon link / images 7 & 8 / image # 9 / image # 10 / image # 11 / image # 12
November 3, 2010
Star Wars: The Old Republic # 5 (of 6) (Blood of the Empire: Part 2 of 3)
US comic (fiction): written by
Alexander Freed, illustrated by Dave Ross, cover by Benjamin Carré
comic,
Dark Horse Comics, SRP $ 2.99
reprints
the Blood of the Empire Act 2: The Broken World webcomics # 1 – 4 from swtor.com
solicitation
copy: The hunt for the emperor's apprentice
continues in this tale of Sith vs. Sith!
Proving his worth to the Dark Council by capturing Exal Kressh may be
the end of young Sith Teneb Kel; and a brief encounter with his skilled prey
brings some questions to the surface...Why would a loyal apprentice betray her
emperor and the entire Sith Empire?
Based
on the highly anticipated MMOG from LucasArts and BioWare!
Written
by senior game writer Alexander Freed!
The
newest Star Wars era begins here!
starwars.com link with cover-image
November 10, 2010
Star Wars: Dark Times Volume 4: Blue Harvest
US comic collection: written by Mick Harrison, pencils and cover by Douglas Wheatley
comic
(136 pages), Dark Horse Books, ISBN 1-59582-264-2, SRP: $ 17.99
collects:
-
Star Wars: Dark Times # 13 – 17 (April 2009 –
June 2010)
-
Star Wars: Dark Times # 0 (August 5, 2009)
solicitation copy: Three months after the events in Revenge of the
Sith... In a time when all Jedi are fugitives, surviving Jedi Dass Jennir is trying
to live as an outlaw without actually becoming one. Accepting a job from a
mysterious beauty, Jennir sets out to rid her town of gang of slave runners.
But when he finds that his employer hasn’t been completely honest with him, he
begins to doubt the course she’s set him on. Outlaw or not, there’s one thing
he knows for certain: he has vowed to save this town—and a Jedi never gives up!
Meanwhile, Darth Vader makes
a discovery that has him questioning his own future and the plans of Emperor
Palpatine. There are many questions and few answers in these dark times!
Explore
the uncharted Star Wars era between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope!
Collects
Star Wars: Dark Times #13 -- 17, and the prologue from Dark Times #0.
starwars.com link with cover-image
Star Wars: Knight Errant: Aflame # 2 (of 5)
US comic: written
by John Jackson Miller, art by Federico Dallocchio / cover by Joe Quinones
comic
(40 pages), Dark Horse Comics
solicitation copy: Jedi Knight Kerra
Holt thought she was prepared for anything that could happen on the volunteer
mission that took her deep into Sith space. But now, trapped behind enemy
lines, Kerra looks toward a life without the support of the Republic... and if
her headstrong ways continue to lead her actions, she may end up without any
support at all!
The second issue in a brand-new series, with a brand-new hero, in an
uncharted era of Star Wars!
John Jackson Miller is also writing a Knight Errant novel for Del Rey
starring Kerra Holt in an original adventure! See her here first!
starwars.com link with
cover-image
November 24, 2010
Star Wars: Blood Ties: Jango and Boba Fett # 4 (of 4)
US comic (fiction): written by Tom
Taylor, art and cover by Chris Scalf
comic,
Dark Horse Comics, SRP $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Boba Fett is on a
mission to uphold his father's honor. But when a bounty is paid, and the crime
lord who issued it still refuses to call off his vendetta, Boba Fett's own
sense of honor is offended. Forget about bounties; now there's hell to pay!
Boba Fett takes on a crime lord. Check.
And the crime lord's army of minions. Check.
And a giant, rampaging rancor. Check and double-check!
Randy Sradley in Blood Ties # 1 (August 25, 2010): This was
originally going to be a one-off miniseries about Jango and Boba Fett, but
after working together for just one issue, writer Tom Taylor and artist Chris
Scalf decided they wanted to continue the collaboration. So, next year you can
look forward to another Blood Ties miniseries featuring another set of famous
(or infamous!) Star Wars characters who share a blood bond.
starwars.com link with cover-image
December 2010
Star Wars: Lost
Tribe of the Sith # 5
US eBook (fiction) : written by John
Jackson Miller
eBook,
Del Rey, free
Sue Rostoni at the
starwars.com forums (April 19, 2010): The plan is to have a total of 8 Lost Tribe stories.
Star Wars: The Old Republic Volume 1: Threat of Peace (trade paperback)
US comic collection: written by Rob Chestney, art by Alex Sanchez
softcover
(96 pages), Dark Horse Books/Bioware, ISBN 1-59582-404-9, SRP: $ 15.99
reprints:
Star
Wars: The Old Republic Act 1: Treaty of Coruscant (Parts 1 – 9) (February 27 –
June 19, 2009) (online at swtor.com)
Star
Wars: The Old Republic Act 2: New Galactic Order (Parts 1 – 9) (July 3 –
October 24, 2009) (online at swtor.com)
Star
Wars: The Old Republic Act 3: Uncertain Surrender (Parts 1 – 9) (November 6 –
February 2010) (online at swtor.com)
solicitation copy: An
exclusive first look at the era of Star Wars: The Old Republic, written by one
of the writers behind LucasArts and BioWare’s wildly anticipated massive
multiplayer online game, Threat of Peace unveils a galaxy on the brink of
destruction three hundred years after the events of Knights of the Old Republic!
For
decades, the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire have been at war—the Sith
have gained control of the Outer Rim, but their efforts to penetrate the Core
Worlds have so far been thwarted. Now, representatives from both sides attempt
to negotiate a peace treaty—but deception by the Sith puts the Jedi in an
unfortunate position.
•
Collects Star Wars: The Old Republic issues #1–#27, which appeared previously
only online at swtor.com.
• Star
Wars: The Old Republic Volume 1—Threat of Peace includes critical events prior
to LucasArts and BioWare’s soon-to-be-released massive multiplayer online game
and is written by one of the writers behind the game!
Discover
a new Star Wars era!
from amazon.com: Offering
an exclusive first look at the era of Star Wars: The Old Republic, written by
one of the writers behind LucasArts and BioWare's wildly anticipated massive
multiplayer online game, Threat of Peace unveils a galaxy on the brink of
destruction three hundred years after the events of Knights of the Old Republic!
For decades, the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire have been at war - the
Sith have gained control of the Outer Rim, but their efforts to penetrate the
Core Worlds have so far been thwarted. Now, representatives from both sides
attempt to negotiate a peace treaty - but deception by the Sith puts the Jedi
in an unfortunate position. The release of The Old Republic promises to be a
Star Wars event of the highest order, a game-changing moment that will mobilize
legions of fans to explore a never-before-seen piece of the Star Wars
mythology. The story in this volume reveals the era for the first time, and is
followed by bonus behind-the-scenes content found nowhere else!
from swtor.com
(November 6, 2009): Fans of the series will be pleased to know that the Star
Wars: The Old Republic: Threat of Peace webcomic will be published as a graphic
novel by Dark Horse Comics in Spring of 2010. The book will comprise all issues
of Threat of Peace as well as all new, previously unreleased content.
Additional materials will include all-new cover art and
previously unseen sketches from the comic as well as concept art from the Star
Wars: The Old Republic video game. Liner notes will provide new insight on the
characters and storylines in the comic and how they relate to what players will
experience in the game.
Star Wars: The Old Republic: Threat of Peace will be
available at comic shops and bookstores in early May 2010. We’ll have more
information about the publication early next year.
from ICv2.com
(October 12, 2009): Dark Horse will release
the trade paperback collection of the Star Wars: The Old Republic Webcomic early in 2010, according to Dark
Horse’s Jeremy Atkins at Baltimore Comic-Con. The collection will include the
story that has been serialized on the Star Wars: The Old Republic videogame Website since early this year.
(thanks to Yodazone at the DarkHorse forums for the Icv2 link)
December 7, 2010
Star Wars: Fate of the Jedi: Vortex (Book 6 of 9)
US book (fiction): written
by Troy Denning
hardcover (256 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-50920-X, SRP: $ 27.00
from starwars.com (August 24, 2010): On
the back cover of Vortex is an image of Jedi Master Kenth Hamner, who has never
graced a Star Wars cover before.
from the Random
House Fall 2010 catalog (page 70): In Book Six of the
bestselling nine-book Star Wars Fate of the Jedi series, the suspense
crescendoes as the Skywalkers and their treacherous Sith allies race against
time to discover the origins of the mysterious Force-entity known as Abeloth.
When they begin to uncover secrets better kept hidden from mortal minds, no one
is surprised to see the uneasy partnership erupt into violence. But they are
surprised at where the investigation leads: to the home of the reclusive
Fallanassi, who may hold in their hands the future of the Jedi Order itself.
(thanks to ZeeZee from starwarsbooks)
starwars.com
link / starwars.com first look / amazon link / starwars.com back-cover art
December 10, 2010
Star Wars Lightsabers: A Guide to Weapons of the Force
US book (non-fiction): by Pablo
Hidalgo
softcover
(64 pages), Scholastic Inc., ISBN 0-545-27177-0, SRP: $ 8.99
from starwars.com (June 3, 2010):
The lightsaber is the weapon of the Jedi Knight, and it has captured the
imaginations of countless people since Luke Skywalker first ignited a brilliant
blade in Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. Scholastic, Inc. will explore the
galaxy's most fascinating weapon in a new 64-page book suitable for Star Wars
fans of all ages.
What are the secrets hidden inside a lightsaber? How does a Jedi build
one? And what of the red-bladed weapons favored by the wicked Sith Lords? This
book presents images, stats and stories of 25 of the most notable lightsabers,
and 10 of the most famous duels. The book also includes key foldouts that make
the action and detail closer and bigger!
Star Wars: Lightsabers: A Guide to Weapons of the Force is written by
Pablo Hidalgo, and is due out from Scholastic Inc. this winter.
from amazon.com: The first and only guide
to the galaxy's most fascinating weapons ;Each lightsaber is as unique as the
Jedi (or Sith) who wields it. Design techniques, hilt length, power source: all
of these choices can add up to very different results, suited to particular
applications. From Obi-Wan's modification of his Padawan lightsaber to Darth
Maul's double-welded model, this book examines each lightsaber in detail,
revealing the secrets of its construction.
starwars.com first look
/ amazon link
December 12, 2010
Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode III (Robot Chicken tv-episode)
US
television series episode: written by
Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, directed by Chris McKay
Adult Swim
from the starwars.com
(July 12, 2010): Adult Swim's Robot Chicken
returns to that galaxy far, far away for a brand-new Star Wars-themed special
premiering December 12 at 11:30 p.m. (ET/PT). This third installment in the
Robot Chicken: Star Wars trilogy follows the two previous specials, which
resulted in multiple Emmy nominations and numerous Annie Awards for both
specials, the writers, Ahmed Best for voice actor and Seth Green for directing.
Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode III, to be directed by Chris McKay, marries
the satirical sensibilities of Green and Matthew Senreich's (Stoopid Monkey
Productions) Emmy-winning Robot Chicken with characters of the Star Wars
universe. The specials and the Robot Chicken series, the highest-rated original
program on Adult Swim, are created in conjunction with ShadowMachine Films' Alex
Bulkley and Corey Campodonico.
"We're telling more of a linear story this time that covers the
series from start to finish," says Green. Senreich says, "We wanted
to take the Star Wars universe and see if through the eyes of our Robot
Chicken: Star Wars Emperor Palpatine, Darth Vader, Boba Fett and Gary the
Stormtrooper. We'll still flip around the universe but we'll get a unique
perspective from the bad guy side, from people who just want to rule the
universe."
Robot Chicken: Star wars Episode III will feature Zac Efron as Anakin
Skywalker, Anthony Daniels (from the original Star Wars films) as C-3PO, Mike
Henry (The Cleveland Show) and Donald Glover (Community), all making their
first appearance in RCSW. Also returning from the previous specials are Billy
Dee Williams as Lando Calrissian and Ahmed Best as Jar Jar Binks along with
returning favorites Green, Senreich, Breckin Meyer, Seth MacFarlane, Dan
Milano, Abe Benrubi, Donald Faison, Rachael Leigh Cook, Adrianne Pallicki, Eden
Espinosa, Hugh Davidson, Bob Bergen, Keith Ferguson, Tom Kane and Zeb Wells.
Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode III, is created and executive produced
by Green and Senreich under their own Stoopid Monkey Productions. The duo also
write and, with McKay, direct the series, and Green provides many of the voices
in the special and the series. The special is written by series head
writers/executive producers Douglas Goldstein and Tom Root, series scribes Mike
Fasolo, Wells, Green, Senreich, frequent RC actor/writer Breckin Meyer (TNT's Franklin
& Bash), and Hugh Sterbakov with Matthew Beans, RC guest writers Davidson,
Geoff Johns, Milano and Kevin Shinick.
December 15, 2010
Star Wars: The
Clone Wars: The Deadly Hands of Shon-Ju (digest-sized)
US comic:
written by Jeremy Barlow, art by Matt and Shawn Fillbach
digests
(80 pages), Dark Horse Books, ISBN 1-59582-545-2, SRP: $ 7.99
solicitation copy: Behind enemy lines, Jedi Knight Aayla Secura’s
covert mission is threatened by an encounter with Shon-Ju—a former Padawan
turned cult leader. Shon-Ju claims to be after the same Separatist warlord that
Aayla was sent to capture, but he also has plenty of reasons to hate the
Republic and the Jedi.
The Force is with Aayla, but
she may need more than her lightsaber against “The Deadly Hands of Shon-Ju”!
Diamond PDF file (page 6) / darkhorse link
Star Wars: Legacy: War # 1 (of 6)
US comic: written by John Ostrander,
pencils and cover by Jan Duursema, inks by Dan Parsons, colors by Brad Anderson
comic (40
pages), Dark Horse Comics, SRP: $ 3.50
solicitation copy: You can’t
keep a bad Sith down!
Darth Krayt has returned from the “dead,” stronger,
more evil, and more determined than ever to crush the galaxy under his heel. With
Emperor Roan Fel’s Imperials, the Galactic Alliance, the Jedi, and even some of
his own Sith followers arrayed against him, Krayt would seem overmatched—but
his enemies have not reckoned with the power of the dark side!
If Cade Skywalker was ever going to run from his
legacy, now would be the time!
from starwars.com
(August 12, 2010): 2011 will be a banner
year for Dark Horse Comics. They will they be celebrating twenty five years of
publishing and twenty years of Star Wars comics. Vice president of publishing
Randy Stradley and others were on hand to announce the latest news at
Celebration V.
The long-running Legacy series has come to an end with issue #50, but
the adventures of Cade Skywalker aren't over yet. Legacy - War is a 6-issue
series that marks the return of the dreaded Sith Emperor Darth Krayt! The
orginal Legacy team of John Ostrander and Jan Duursema are on hand to write and
draw these major battles of galactic war. As Jan hinted at the panel, "Not
everyone is going to survive this one." The Jedi, Galactic Alliance,
Imperial Knights, and Cade Skywalker must all band together to quell the tide
of the rising Sith Empire. Watch for the first issue to hit comic book stores
this December.
from MTV’s Splashpage (August 5, 2010): John Ostrander: "Legacy—War" stands alone. I’m making no
guarantees that anyone will survive the end of it. That’s usually hype, but
readers should take that very very seriously. Could there be a successor? Depends on sales, response, and Dark Horse's
plans. However, Jan and I are taking all the stops out in this story. There are
no plans for anything "Legacy" after this. That’s how we’re creating
it.
Jan Duursema: I wish I could say this was the beginning of a series
of new "Legacy" stories because I can think of a thousand more
stories I would like to tell, but we've plotted "Legacy—War" to be
the end of the series. Destruction is the order of the day and it is entirely
possible that few will survive. Those who do will be forever changed.
John Ostrander: There are alliances and betrayals on all sides. Krayt,
because of his experiences, has a new vision of the galaxy – or of how to
accomplish his overall goal -- that is frightening. Cade also has a vision of a
final shattering conflict that could leave him dead – or inalterably changed.
He won’t be the only one tempted by the dark side. Characters all over the
story will have to make final, possibly fatal, decisions. The status quo at the
beginning will NOT be the status quo at the end. I’m not promising a happy
ending for anyone here.
Jan Duursema: The first issue throws us right into the thick of
things. Be ready for a major Sith battle in issue one. Major.
Cade has gone through some interesting development by
the end of issue 50 and the repercussions of that are seen in "Legacy—War."
starwars.com Celebration V
link / MTV announcement interview
/ starwars.com link
December 21, 2010
Family Guy Episode VI: It’s a Trap!
US
television series
DVD/Blu-Ray, 20th Century Fox
from starwars.com (July 27, 2010): Feel the Farce as Family Guy Presents the
Final Uncensored Chapter of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi on Blu-Ray and DVD
December 21st.
Return to
a galaxy... far, far away as the freakin' sweet saga continues when
"Family Guy: It's A Trap!" arrives exclusively on Blu-ray and DVD
December 21 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. In the third
installment of the unique and hilarious animated parody of the Star Wars
trilogy, the Griffins reprise their roles in this hilarious retelling of Star
Wars: Return of the Jedi.
In this spectacular and offensively uproarious final chapter, Luke
Skywalker (Chris) and Princess Leia (Lois) must travel to Tatooine to free Han
Solo (Peter) by infiltrating the wretched stronghold of Jabba the Hutt (Joe), the
galaxy's most loathsome and dreadful gangster. Reunited, the Rebels team up
with a tribe of Ewoks to combat the Imperial forces on the forest moon of
Endor. Meanwhile the Emperor (Carter Pewterschmidt) and Darth Vader (Stewie)
conspire to turn Luke to the dark side, and young Skywalker is determined to
rekindle the spirit of the Jedi within his father. The Galactic Civil War has
never been more outrageous, as the Rebel forces gather to attack the seemingly
defenseless and incomplete second Death Star in the battle that will determine
the fate of the galaxy.
Adding to the fun, "Family Guy: It's A Trap!" is loaded with
hysterical cameo voice spots including Patrick Stewart and Michael Dorn
reprising their roles from Star Trek: The Next Generation, Adam West
("Batman"), Carrie Fisher (Star Wars Trilogy) and conservative talk
radio juggernaut Rush Limbaugh as the voice of a large carnivorous reptomammal,
the Rancor.
"Family Guy" is one of the top selling TV on DVD franchises in
the marketplace, due in large part to the enormous success of the Star Wars
parodies," said Mike Dunn, President, Twentieth Century Fox Home
Entertainment. "Seth MacFarlane and the creative and passionate writers
and animators at Fuzzy Door Productions have done it again with the latest
installment; it is some of their finest work to date."
As an added bonus, "Family Guy: It's A Trap!" will also be
available in Blu-ray and DVD triple-packs featuring all the Star Wars
spoofs...the perfect gift for the holiday season.
from familyguy.wikia: Peter retells the story of Return of the Jedi.
Originally titled 'The Great Muppet Caper'. The cast of characters has yet to
be determined, but the producers have implied that due to the declining number
of characters in Family Guy, characters from The Cleveland Show and American
Dad will be included.
from James
Hibberd’s Live Feed (March 4, 2009):
Family Guy will extend its full-episode Star Wars parodies to the third film in
the George Lucas series: Return of the Jedi. The show’s cast completed a table
read yesterday for a Jedi spoof script, which is tentatively titled Episode VI:
The Great Muppet Caper.
from the starwarsblog.com
(August 3, 2009): The original title of the
upcoming Return of the Jedi spoof that they are already working on was originally titled Episode
VI: The Great Muppet Caper, but they thought it might be too confusing for people who might be
trying to buy the actual Great
Muppet Caper. So the title is now We Have a Bad Feeling About This.
starwars.com link /
familyguy.com forum
/ starwars.com link /
tv-guide link
December 22, 2010
Star Wars
Omnibus: Quinlan Vos: Jedi in Darkness
US reprint comic
comic
omnibus (504 pages), Dark Horse Books, ISBN 1-59582-555-X, SRP $ 24.99
solicitation copy: From his first
appearance as a mind-wiped amnesiac to his triumphant passage to the rank of Jedi
Master, few Jedi had more brushes with the powers of the dark side and the evil
of the underworld than Quinlan Vos. This volume includes over 120 pages of
story that have never been collected, plus the introduction of Jedi Aayla
Secura -- who made the jump from the pages of the comics to appearances in the
films Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith.
December 28, 2010
Star Wars: Red Harvest
US book (fiction):
written by Joe Schreiber
hardcover (256 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-51117-1, SRP: $ 27.00
from Sue Rostoni’s
blog (July 13, 2010): Sith Zombies run amok.
from the Random
House Publishing Group: Title Information Catalog Spring 2011 (page 80): Building on the success of Fall 2009’s New York Times bestselling Star
Wars: Death Troopers, an original tale of zombie terror set in the Star Wars
universe by up-and-coming horror master Joe Schreiber.
With enormous buzz and anticipation, Star Wars: Death Troopers was the
first time the Star Wars galaxy had entered the realm of horror, a book Seth
Grahame-Smith, New York Times bestselling author of Pride and Prejudice and
Zombies, called “the Star Wars of every horror fan’s dreams – gory, funny, and
brimming with a blood-spattered cast of swashbucklers and space-zombies.” Now,
the horror continues in a whole new adventure bringing Sith and Jedi both
face-to-face with the undead in the dark times of the Old Republic.
Strange things are happening in a Sith academy, where the Dark Lord in
charge has barricaded himself away, unexplained violence is on the rise, and
the apprentices are growing more and more frightened. When a mercenary arrives
with a delivery for the Sith Lord – and a hostage Jedi in tow – the situation
reaches a boiling point. Only a Jedi Master, looking for the missing Jedi, can
hope to get her – and himself – out alive.
Sue Rostoni at the sw.com
forums (April 23, 2010): Oh, and the novel BLACK ORCHID to be written by Joe
Schreiber is getting a new title.... some folks weren't keen on this one --
thought it sounded like a Romance Novel!!! Argh!!!! [I'm a bit disappointed
because my brother's high school garage band was named The Black Orchids. I
thought it was pretty cool.]
from Sue Rostoni’s
blog (February 12, 2010): email string: Discussion with Shelly Shapiro at Del
Rey regarding the title to Joe Schreiber's new SW novel. Should it be THE BLACK
ORCHID or BLACK ORCHID. We settle on STAR WARS: BLACK ORCHID.
Sue Rostoni at the sw.com
forums (January 12, 2010): The next horror novel by Joe Schreiber is tentatively
set for February 2011.
from Joe
Schreiber’s starwars.com interview (October 17, 2009): I just finished the next book and sent it to Shelly Shapiro. It's a
prequel that deals with the virus [from Death Troopers] and where it came from.
from Sue Rostoni’s
blog (August 13, 2009): Oh, is this the first you've heard of this? The first
book did so well (I'm projecting here) that we decided another was in order.
Just to note -- this isn't a sequel to DEATH TROOPERS -- it's a stand-alone.
Hardcover.
(thanks to ZeeZee from swbooks for the
Random House Spring 2011 Catalog summary and the updated release-date)
amazon link / randomhouse link
2010 (undisclosed date)
The Best of Star Wars Insider
US magazine:
edited by Jonathan Wilkinson
magazine,
Titan Magazines
from
EU Cantina (August 14,
2010): Best
of Insider Bind-up coming later this year. Includes 25% new material.
Star Wars: Adventures in Hyperspace # 3: The Big Switch
US book (fiction): written by Ryder
Windham
softcover
(96 pages), Scholastic Inc., ISBN 0-545-21360-6, SRP: $ 4.99
from the Scholastic
Paperback Books Fall Catalog (PDF page 28): A routine job for Jabba goes haywire when Han and Chewie realize the
“sculpture” they’re supposed to transport is stolen…and much more than a
decorative piece of art!
The Millennium Falcon will
have to race its way out of this tight corner—and right into the Blockade
Runner’s Derby!—if Han and Chewie want to make it back to Tatooine in one
piece. Can they win the race and finish the job?
from amazon.com: Before they met
with Luke and Obi-Wan Kenobi on Tatooine, Han Solo and Chewbacca spent thier
time flying fast and taking quick jobs to get from place to place--with a few
close calls along the way! In this adventure, Jabba the Hutt hires pilot Han
Solo and Chewbacca the Wookiee to pick up an ancient stone sculpture for his
art collection. But a new Imperial Customs officer wants to put Jabba and the
Millennium Falcon's crew out of business. Can Han and Chewie finish the job
without losing their ship to the Imperials?
from starwars.com
(January 7, 2010): Last November, we
gave you the head's up that the original rogues of the Star Wars saga were
coming back in a brand new series of adventures for younger readers. Now, you
can take a look at the cover to the first book in the Adventures in Hyperspace
series by Ryder Windham, titled Fire Ring Race.
Before they joined the Rebellion against the Empire, the pilot Han Solo
and his co-pilot Chewbacca made their living by transporting cargo across the
galaxy in the Millennium Falcon. But when Jabba the Hutt hires them to pick up
a cargo container at Fornax Station, Han and Chewie pick up something else...
trouble!
(thanks to NJOE.com for the title)
Star Wars: The Battle of Hoth (game for iPhone and iPod Touch)
US game:
