Well, time for another update of the Upcoming Books and Comics-list!!! This list is updated several times a week on my website, for those who do not already know...

Well, here we go again...

2008

September 24
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Volume 1: The Shipyards of Doom
US comic: written by Henry Gilroy, art by Shawn and Matt Filbach
softcover (96 pages), Dark Horse Comics, ISBN 1-59582-207-0, coverprice: $ 6.95
solicitation copy: Introducing a new, quarterly, graphic-novella series based on the exciting new motion picture and television series The Clone Wars!
Dark Horse's first offering, "Shipyards of Doom," is a digest-sized graphic novella written by Henry Gilroy, the head writer for the TV show, and illustrated by the prolific Fillbach Brothers.
We'd love to show you some of this full-length, all-ages comics adventure, but you'll have to wait for the grand unveiling at Comic-Con International in San Diego!
from Amazon.com: Introducing a new, quarterly, graphic-novella series based on the exciting new Clone Wars motion picture and "Clone Wars" animated television series! In "The Shipyards of Doom," Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker lead an elite Clone Trooper strike force to destroy the Separatists' most important shipyards. But when the enemy is tipped off to their plan, the two Jedi heroes are forced to rely on help from Anakin's new, and still "wet behind the ears" Padawan, Ahsoka. But what can she do against the droid armies of General Grievous? Written by Henry Gilroy, the head writer for the TV show, Star Wars Clone Wars: The Shipyards of Doom packs all of the excitement of the animated series into a full-length, all-ages comics adventure!

Star Wars: Legacy # 28 (Vector: Part 9 of 12)
US comic: written by John Ostrander, art by Jan Duursema & Dan Parsons, cover by Travis Charest
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: This issue of Legacy launches the final four-issue chapter of "Vector." This galaxy-changing force has moved through three time periods, beginning over 4,000 years ago. Lasting impressions and repercussions have been left on all the heroes of Star Wars. Now, "Vector" has reached the future of Star Wars and will forever change the lives of Skywalker's descendants!
For anyone who never knew where to start with Star Wars comics, "Vector" is the perfect introduction to the entire Star Wars line! For any serious Star Wars fan, "Vector" is the must-see event of 2008, with major happenings throughout the most important moments of the galaxy's history!
This issue launches the final chapter of "Vector," a 12-part storyline that has run through every Star Wars title, from Knights of the Old Republic, to Dark Times, to Rebellion, and now to Legacy.

Star Wars: Luke Skywalker: Last Hope for the Galaxy
US comic collection (fiction): written by various
hardcover (800 pages), Dark Horse Comics, ISBN 1-59582-151-1, coverprice: $ 99.95
release-date info from Dark Horse editor Randy Stradley (Sep. 10, 2008): This just in: I discovered that the Luke Skywalker book was among those items shipped out of China early to avoid the security hassles surrounding the Olympics. Apparently, it will arrive in time to go on sale September 24 -- almost a month early!
At least, that's what I've been told.
description: Luke Skywalker's greatest adventures from over 30 years of comics are compiled in a single slipcased hardcover!
A deluxe edition worthy of the hero who saved the galaxy, this massive volume follows Luke Skywalker on his journey from the moisture farms of Tatooine to the final days of the Dark Empire! Each story painstakingly selected from every Luke Skywalker comic ever published-from Marvel's first issue to Dark Horse's latest-this masterpiece collection is the ultimate portrait of one of the most widely known and widely loved heroes of modern mythology!
All of the most exciting, most significant stories of Luke Skywalker are here in this breathtaking oversized hardcover. Never has there been a more magnificent assemblage of Star Wars comics, or a more perfect prize for any Star Wars fan!
Epic, 800 page Skywalker hardcover!
contents (revelealed by Randy Stradley on June 11, 2008):
Luke Skywalker's Walkabout (written by Phill Norwood, inspired by dialogue by Brian Daley)
Falling Star (written by Jim Beard)
The Day After the Death Star (written by Archie Goodwin)
The Return of Ben Kenobi (written by Arhcie Goodwin)
Crucible (by Archie Goodwin with Chris Claremont)
General Skywalker (by Ron Marz)
The Wrong Side of the War (by Welles Hartley)
My Brother, My Enemy (written by Rob Williams)
Riders in the Void (written by Archie Goodwin and Michael Golden)
Splinter of the Mind's Eye (written by Terry Austin, based on a story by Alan Dean Foster)
Shira's Story (written by David Michelinie & Walt Simonson)
Duel with a Dark Lady (written by Jo Duffy)
Dark Empire (written by Tom Veitch)
The Boy I Once Was (written by Darko Macan)

also in September
Star Wars: Clone Wars # 1: Dark Horse 100 Special Edition
US comic (special edition, limited to 1,000 copies with an alternate cover by Clone Wars director Dave Filoni)
written by Henry Gilroy, art by Scott Hepburn & Dan Parsons, cover by Dave Filoni
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, retailer promotion
solicitation copy: Set in the time between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, this new series will focus on the legendary Clone Wars! Some of your favorite Jedi: Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Master Yoda, Master Mace Windu, and others, will be joined by a few new faces as they fight to maintain the true spirit of the Republic.
In addition to the lead story, each issue will feature a backup story by one of the artists from the TV series!
This new series will be a compliment to Lucasfilm's highly anticipated CGI-animated The Clone Wars movie and television programs!
This is Star Wars for a new generation!

Star Wars Roleplaying Game: Dawn of Defiance Campaign Part 7: A Reckoning of Wraiths
US RPG campaign: : written by Rodney Thompson, designed by Rodney Thompson
PDF-file, Wizards of the Coast, download free
description: The Dawn of Defiance campaign is a series of 10 downloadable adventures using the Saga Edition rules. The adventures can be played individually, but when played in order, they form a complete campaign with a story arc that takes players from 1st level to 20th level. Each adventure will be the equivalent of a 32-page printed product and will advance the heroes two levels.
More importantly, the Dawn of Defiance campaign is a chance to experience the Star Wars Roleplaying Game in a new and exciting way. The campaign lets players grow as heroes from the lowliest beginnings to galaxy-influencing greatness. It also gives us the opportunity to show people what a Saga Edition campaign might look like and help Gamemasters provide an exciting game experience across many levels. The Dawn of Defiance campaign is our chance to provide an iconic Star Wars Roleplaying Game experience that can be shared across the community.
The campaign utilizes the new Saga rules system. Although is set in the tumultuous time between Episodes III and IV, it does not have a connection to The Force Unleashed storyline, but is a separate entity.
Information from the Wizards panel at Celebration IV: The 10-part Dawn of Defiance campaign is to be published on the website of Wizards of the Coast. Each of the 10 parts will feature the equivalent to 32 pages of content, with the entire campaign being similar to a 320-page book.
adventure outline (contains spoilers for non-Gamemasters!): After transmitting their knowledge of the project to Senator Organa's agents, the heroes are instructed to make contact with a group of loyalists in Coruscant's seedy underbelly. When they arrive at the meeting location, however, they discover that the loyalists are all dead. The heroes return to their safe house-only to fall into a trap set by the Empire! Fighting their way back to their ship, the heroes find the hangar being defended by a massive AT-AT. They must bring the AT-AT down (using whatever means necessary) before they can board their ship.
Blasting their way out of Coruscant, the heroes arrive at a rendezvous point where a Nebulon-B frigate (the Resurgence) waits for them. Unfortunately, when they arrive, they learn that the trap was sprung not only on them but also on their allies. As an Imperial Star Destroyer pounds on the Resurgence's shields, the heroes board the Nebulon-B and try to rescue survivors. Battling an Imperial boarding party on the ship, they fight their way to the main launch bay just in time to see Inquisitor Draco-apparently still alive after the confrontation on Almas, and now cybernetically enhanced-dragging Master Denia into his shuttle.
As Draco blasts off, the heroes must flee the crumbling ship and make their way into hyperspace. Worse, as they blast their way free of the exploding Resurgence, they discover the architect of their betrayal: Admiral Varth. They receive a transmission from the Admiral aboard the Imperial Star Destroyer, who reveals that he has merely been trying to uncover Organa's treachery all along. The heroes manage to escape the Empire, but only after suffering grievous losses.


Fall 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Web Comics (weekly online comic at starwars.com)US online comic (weekly):, illustrated by Jeff Carlisle, Katie Cook, Grant Gould, Tom Hodges
webstrip, Lucas Online (non-Hyperspace)
information taken from Grant Gould's starwars.com blog-entry, August 1, 2008: "Lucasfilm announced some exciting news at Comic-Con regarding a weekly Clone Wars online comic that will accompany the TV series. There will be four artists switching off each week -- Grant Gould (me), Tom Hodges, Katie Cook, and Jeff Carlisle -- and I'm really excited about it. I think it's gonna set a new standard in webcomics and blow everyone away.
information by Tom Hodges from the TheForce.net forums, August 1, 2008:
"This has been a few months in the making and I'm relieved to be giving out details. Pablo Hildago at Lucas Online approached me earlier this year and asked me to give him a few names of people I would be comfortable working with. Right off the top of my head I suggested Katie and Grant. the 3rd was difficult as I have many a lot of friends who I would have liked to have on this, it just seemed like some were too busy. Pablo suggested Jeff and I agreed.
The quick version is each week, we'll be given a story leading into that weeks episode. Now it could be a direct tie-in or peripherally connected from a distance because some episodes have story arcs not connected to each and every episode. Keep in mind, the series will not always be about Anakin, Obi-Wan and Padme. It will flesh out characters we've only seen bits and pieces of.
This will also NOT be "web-strip" format. It will be full color, comic format and each story will be 5 pages in length.
I've been really excited about this (and one other project I have with them that i should be able to talk about soon). I'm really excited for Katie, Jeff and Grant as well.
More as it comes in!"

October 2, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Decide Your Destiny # 1: The Way of the Jedi
US book (fiction): written by Jake T. Forbes
softcover (144 pages), Grossett & Dunlap, ISBN 0-448-45002-X, coverprice: $ 4.99

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Meet Ahsoka Tano
US book (fiction): written by Kirsten Mayer
softcover (32 pages), Grossett & Dunlap, ISBN 0-448-45034-8, coverprice: $ 3.99

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Operation Huttlet (Star Wars Clone Wars Adventure Series)
US book (fiction): written by Steele Tyler Filipek
softcover (48 pages), Grossett & Dunlap, ISBN 0-448-44995-1, coverprice: $ 3.99

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Sticker Storyteller (stickerbook with more than 400 stickers inside)
US book (non-fiction)
Grossett & Dunlap (32 pages), ISBN 0-448-45058-2, coverprice: $ 12.99

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Paper Model-Making Kit (3 Fantastic Models to Make)
(US version of UK's The Clone Wars: Press Out 'n' Build book from August 7, 2008)
US book (fiction): edited by Rob Valois
hardcover (16 pages), Grossett & Dunlap (16 pages), ISBN 0-448-45004-6, coverprice $ 19.99
from Previews UK: Bring the Clone Wars to life in your own living room as you make incredible 3D models! Press out the card pieces and clip them together to make your own models of R2-D2, a Clone Trooper's helmet and an AT-TE Crawler! Each Clone Wars model has a degree of difficulty, so get in training now and work your way up from padawan to Jedi Knight to the ultimate - Jedi Master. An exciting addition to any Star Wars fan's collection.


October 3, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Ambush (Season 1: Episode 1 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)
from comingsoon.net (September 2, 2008): "Star Wars: The Clone Wars," the first weekly television series from Lucasfilm Animation, premieres on Cartoon Network Friday, October 3 at 9 p.m. (ET, PT) with a special one-hour presentation that anchors the network's all-new night of fantasy, action and adventure. New series "The Secret Saturdays" and the current hit "Ben 10: Alien Force" join "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" for a night of non-stop adventure, exciting storytelling and innovative animation.
episode description: Jedi Master Yoda is on a secret mission to forge a treaty with the King of the strategic system of Toydaria when his ship is ambushed by Count Dooku. Yoda and three clone troopers must face off against Count Dooku's dreaded assassin Ventress and her massive droid army to prove the Jedi are strong enough to protect the king and his people from the forces of the war.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Rising Malevolence (Season 1: Episode 2 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.30 pm (ET, PT)
from comingsoon.net (September 2, 2008): "Star Wars: The Clone Wars," the first weekly television series from Lucasfilm Animation, premieres on Cartoon Network Friday, October 3 at 9 p.m. (ET, PT) with a special one-hour presentation that anchors the network's all-new night of fantasy, action and adventure. New series "The Secret Saturdays" and the current hit "Ben 10: Alien Force" join "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" for a night of non-stop adventure, exciting storytelling and innovative animation.
episode description: Creating panic throughout the galaxy, a devastating Separatist mystery weapon terrorizes the clone Starfleet. Anakin and Ahsoka race to save Jedi Master Plo Koon and his clone troopers in time.


October 8, 2008

Star Wars: Clone Wars # 2 (Slaves of the Republic: Part 2 of 6)
US comic: written by Henry Gilroy, art by Scott Hepburn & Dan Parsons, cover by Scott Hepburn
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi have discovered the dastardly plot of Count Dooku-the entire population of the planet Kiros are in danger! Along with fresh new Padawan Ahsoka Tano-Anakin and Obi-Wan have liberated the droid-occupied planet and halted its destruction, but the native Togruta people have disappeared . . . Now, our Jedi must find the missing citizens, before Count Dooku can carry out his master plan!
Cover by Kilian Plunkett-one of the artists working on The Clone Wars TV show!


October 9, 2008

Star Wars Insider # 80 (UK version of US # 104)
UK magazine: edited by Brian J. Robb
magazine (86 pages), Titan Magazines, coverprice £ 3.99
contents:
Star Tours at 21! (Insider takes an in-depth look at Disney's Star Tours ride, currently celebrating its 21st year)
Meet the Men who Make The Clone Wars! (A unique trip behind-the-scenes of the brand-new SW movie and forthcoming tv-series)
The Force is Unleashed: Are You? (An exclusive series of hints and tips to help you figure your way through the game)
Star Wars Effects Maestros: Dennis Muren!
Top Ten One Liners! (The Top 10 Star Wars Quotable One-Liners, according to our expert panel!)
Versus! (What happens when Admiral Ackbar meets Admiral Thrawn?)
plus all your new-look departments and much, much more!


October 10, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 3 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


October 15, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: May the Force be With You (Book to Color with Lightsaber Pen)
softcover (coloringbook, 32 pages), Dalmation Press, ISBN 1-403-75093-9, coverprice: $ 3.99


October 17, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 4 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


October 20, 2008

Star Wars Comic Packs: Star Wars: Empire # 1 (2008, Wave 3)
US comic with action figures
blister-packaging, includes a reprint of Star Wars: Empire # 1, and the Hasbro action figures Darth Vader and Admiral Trachta
Hasbro/Dark Horse, coverprice $ 11.99

Star Wars Comic Packs: Star Wars: Heir to the Empire # 1 (2008, Wave 3)
US comic with action figures
blister-packaging, includes a reprint of Star Wars: Heir to the Empire # 1, and the Hasbro action figures Admiral Thrawn and Talon Karrde
Hasbro/Dark Horse, coverprice $ 11.99

Star Wars Comic Packs: Star Wars: Infinities # 3/4 (2008, Wave 3)
US comic with action figures
blister-packaging, includes a reprint of a Star Wars: Infinities comic, and the Hasbro action figures Darth Vader and Princess Leia (sniper)
Hasbro/Dark Horse, coverprice $ 11.99

Star Wars Comic Packs: Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire # 5 (2008, Wave 3)
US comic with action figures
blister-packaging, includes a reprint of Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire # 5, and the Hasbro action figures Princess Leia and Price Xizor
Hasbro/Dark Horse, coverprice $ 11.99


October 21, 2008

Star Wars: Millennium Falcon
US book (fiction): written by James Luceno
hardcover, Del Rey (320 pages), ISBN 0-345-50700-6, coverprice $ 26.00
advertisment from the back of Legacy of the Force: Invincible (SPOILER-WARNING): With the end of the brief but brutal reign of Darth Caedus comes a period of unexpected stability. Under the strong hand of former Imperial Admiral Daala, star systems set aside their differences in the hope of forging a lasting peace.
But for the Jedi, many of whom had once looked to Jacen Solo for inspiration, the transition has been anything but smooth, as Luke Skywalker strives to chart a new course for the Order, and groped for an understanding of what ultimately drove his nephew to embrace the dark teachings of the evil Sith Lords.
The road to reconciliation has been harder still for Han and Leia Solo, who have now lost both of their sons. Some measure of solace comes in the form of Allana, Jacen's Force sensitive daughter, whom the Solos have adopted at the request of the girl's mother, Queen Tenel Ka of Hapes. But Han, especially, craves the distraction of action, so he, Leia and Allana embark on an investigation into the origin of the Millennium Falcon, the charmed starship that has seen Han through so many years of adventure.
By all indications, their quest should be safe, innocent: something to keep them interested and busy. But as they piece together the clues of the past, hints of a more profound mystery begin to reveal themselves, and a faceless threat lies in wait--one that has already launched a tentative assault not only on the Jedi Order, but on the Force itself.
comments from Sue Rostoni on the starwars.com boards (November 20, 2008) (SPOILER-WARNING): It's a stand-alone by Jim Luceno and is set a few years after the events of Legacy of the Force. Han, Leia, and Allana go off on an adventure.... and all three come back alive, just so you know.
We're putting the gap (It's more like two years in between) in there so you won't have to read about the angst and grief our main characters experience after Jacen's death, etc. We want them to be able to recover a bit, off camera.
It seemed to us that most of the readers disliked how Han dealt with Chewie's death in The New Jedi Order series and the Legacy series was so fraught with emotional aftermaths that we decided to give the readers a rest from the pain of it all. And a lot of people like to grieve in private.
release-date info by Pablo Hidalgo, posted on starwarsblog.starwars.com (June 16, 2008): Oh sure, you've seen the front cover to Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor. Everyone has. Dave Seeley's great artwork showcasing Luke Skywalker. (The book, by the way, has swapped places on the publication calendar with Jim Luceno's Millennium Falcon. So expect Mindor in hardcover in December '08, while Falcon is due out in October from Del Rey Books).
from starwars.com: Climb aboard, buckle up, and prepare to jump to hyperspace for the ultimate flight on the ship that launched a thousand fates!
Two years have passed since the defeat of Darth Caedus, the former Jacen Solo. For a grieving Han and Leia, the shadow of their son's tragic downfall still looms large. But Jacen's own bright and loving daughter, Allana, offers a ray of hope for the future as she thrives in her grandparents' care. The eager, inquisitive and Force-strong girl makes a curious discovery aboard her grandfather's beloved spacecraft -- the much-overhauled but ever-dependable Millennium Falcon. The Solo family then finds itself at a new turning point, about to set out on an odyssey into uncertain territory, untold adventure, and unexpected rewards.
To Han, who knows every bolt, weld, and sensor of the Falcon as if they were parts of himself, the strange device Allana shows him is utterly alien. But its confounding presence -- and Allana's infectious desire to unravel its mystery -- are impossible to dismiss. The only answer lies in backtracking into the past on a fact-finding expedition to retrace the people, places, and events in the checkered history of the vessel that's done everything from making the Kessel Run "in less than twelve parsecs" to helping topple an evil Empire.
From the moment the Falcon broke loose from a Corellian assembly line like an untamed creature with a will of its own, it seemed destined to seek out trouble. It wasn't long before the feisty YT-1300 freighter went from shuttling cargo to smuggling contraband. But it's a fateful rendezvous on Coruscant, at the explosive height of the Republic/Separatist uprising, that launches a galaxywide cat-and-mouse game whose newest players are Han, Leia, Allana and C-3PO. And they're not alone: Crime lords, galactic pirates, rogue politicians and fortune hunters alike loom at every turn of the quest -- each with his or her own desperate stake in the Millennium Falcon's most momentous mission.
Through the years and across the stars, from the Rim Worlds to points beyond, the race will lead them all to a final standoff for a prize some will risk everything to find -- and pay any cost to possess.


October 22, 2008

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic # 34 (Vindication: Part 3 of 4)
US comic: written by John Jackson Miller, art by Brian Ching, cover by Brian Ching
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: The secret Jedi Covenant has one leader, but it isn't the devoted Jedi seer, Lady Krynda Draay...
As Padawan Zayne Carrick struggles to clear his name, the Masters who framed him for murder are finding the ideals they have worked so hard to protect are crumbling. They have been deceived by a trusted advisor whose hostile takeover will pit the Jedi Knights against one another-true Jedi of the Order vs. the misguided Jedi of the Covenant!
Brian Ching, the artist who kicked off the series, returns for the climactic end of this major storyline!

Star Wars Omnibus: Early Victories
US comic collection: written by Ryder Windham, Bruce Jones, Louise Simonson, Terry Austin & Darko Macan
comic collection (336 pages), Dark Horse Comics, ISBN 1-59582-172-4, coverprice $ 24.95
reprints:
Star Wars: Shadow Stalker (November 1997)
Star Wars: Tales from Mos Eisley (March 1996)
Star Wars: River of Chaos # 1 - 4 (June - December 1995)
Star Wars: Splinter of the Mind's Eye # 1 - 4 (December 1995 - June 1996)
Star Wars: Vader's Quest # 1 - 4 (February - May 1999)
solicitation copy: Following the destruction of the first Death Star, Luke Skywalker is the new, unexpected hero of the Rebellion. But the galaxy hasn't been saved yet-Luke and Princess Leia are finding there are many more battles to be fought against the Empire and Darth Vader!
This latest Star Wars Omnibus reprints many of the early tales of the rebellion. First, we have Shadow Stalker, Tales from Mos Eisley, and River of Chaos, all of which are long out of print and have never before been collected! Then, Splinter of the Mind's Eye, a story created by George Lucas and Alan Dean Foster before there were plans for any films past Star Wars: A New Hope. And last is Vader's Quest, in which Vader learns the secret kept from him by Yoda and Obi-Wan: that he has a son!


October 24, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 5 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


October 26, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: The Visual Guide: Limited Collectors' Edition
US book (non-fiction): written by Jason Fry
hardcover (144 pages), DK Publishing, coverprice $ 54.99
from starwarshops.com: DK's renowned Eyewitness style brings the characters, costumes, droids, and gadgetry of the Star Wars universe to life in astonishing visual detail. Highly defined, annotated imagery shows and explains the culture, background, and technology of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
Since the first time we heard Luke Skywalker ask Obi-Wan Kenobi "You fought in the Clone Wars!?" in Episode IV: A New Hope, fans the world over have been wondering exactly what the Clone Wars were and what clones in combat would look like. On August 15th, 2008, with the theatrical release of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, much will be explained. The Clone Wars take place between Episode II: Attack of the Clones and Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Lucasfilm is now bringing the wars to life in an all-new CGI animated series.
The theatrical release will launch this groundbreaking computer-generated animated series, which will then debut on Cartoon Network and TNT in the fall. New characters like female Padawan Ahsoka Tano join old favorites Anakin Skywalker, Yoda, Count Dooku, General Grievous, and others as the Jedi cross lightsabers with the dark side yet again.
This special collectors edition features several additions not available in the mass market version of the book, including:
- Exclusive cover printed on 150gsm glossy art paper.
- 6-page Lightsaber gatefold showcasing the different character lightsabers featured in The Clone Wars.
- Card pocket on inside back cover containing 5 photographic paper sheets showcasing selections of artwork from the noses of Republic
Gunships as featured in the movie and TV show.
- Printed on high-end 150gsm matte art paper.


October 28, 2008

Star Wars: Darth Bane: Rule of Two (paperback reprint)
US book (fiction): written by Drew Karpyshyn
paperback (352 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-47749-9, coverprice $ 7.99
description: In the New York Times bestseller Darth Bane: Path of Destruction, Drew Karpyshyn painted a gripping portrait of a young man's journey from innocence to evil. That man was Darth Bane, a twisted genius whose iron will, fierce ambition, and strength in the dark side of the Force made him a natural leader among the Sith-until his radical embrace of an all-but-forgotten wisdom drove him to destroy his own order... and create it anew from the ashes. As the last surviving Sith, Darth Bane promulgated a harsh new directive: the Rule of Two.
Two there should be; no more, no less.
One to embody the power, the other to crave it.
Now Darth Bane is ready to put his policy into action, and he thinks he has found the key element that will make his triumph complete: a student to train in the ways of the dark side. Though she is young, Zannah possesses an instinctive link to the dark side that rivals his own. With his guidance, she will become essential in his quest to destroy the Jedi and dominate the galaxy.
But there is one who is determined to stop Darth Bane: Johun Othone, Padawan to Jedi Master Lord Hoth, who died at Bane's hands in the last great Sith War. Though the rest of the Jedi scoff at him, Joshua's belief that there are surviving Sith on the loose is unshakeable.
As Johun continues his dogged pursuit of the man who killed his master, Zannah, faced unexpectedly with a figure from her past, begins to question her embrace of the dark side. And Darth Bane is led by Force-induced visions to a moon where he will acquire astonishing new knowledge and power-power that will alter him in ways he could never have imagined...


October 29, 2008

Star Wars: Legacy # 29 (Vector: Part 10 of 12)
US comic: written by John Ostrander, art by Jan Duursema & Dan Parsons
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: With his bounty-hunter pals and a team of Imperial Knights, Cade Skywalker plans to assassinate the Sith Emperor Darth Krayt. The first step in their scheme requires a risky attack on a remote Imperial outpost in hopes of drawing Krayt away from Coruscant.
But even if that works, members of the team are divided in their feelings about their "secret weapon"-Celeste Morne, an ancient Jedi Knight of the Old Republic who is in possession of-and possibly possessed by-the powerful Muur Talisman.
As we plunge into the final chapters of the yearlong "Vector" crossover, the power of the Talisman threatens to shake the galaxy to its foundations!


October 30, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Annual (US comic reprints?)
UK comic
hardcover (112 pages), Pedigree Books Ltd., ISBN 1-9053-0283-5, coverprice £ 7.99


October 31, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 6 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


late October 2008 (tentative date)

Star Wars Roleplaying Game: Dawn of Defiance Campaign Part 8: The Gem of Alderaan
US RPG campaign: : written by Gary M. Sarli, designed by Rodney Thompson
PDF-file, Wizards of the Coast, download free
adventure outline (contains spoilers for non-Gamemasters!): Following their betrayal at the hands of Admiral Varth, the heroes spend some time on the run from the Empire (again allowing the Gamemaster to insert other adventures). Eventually, word reaches the heroes that they have been summoned back to Alderaan by Bail Organa. Senator Organa has learned that Master Denia was taken to the planet Prakith, in the Deep Core, and that reaching her will be nearly impossible thanks to Imperial security along those hyperlanes.
However, the heroes learn that Lady Alya Aldrete, an Alderaanian noble, might have the means of getting them to the Deep Core. Apparently, Lady Alya employs smugglers, and she has managed to obtain passage for them through the Deep Core. She is the guest of honor on the first run of a new high-speed repulsortrain leaving the city of Aldera for a six-hour trip. The heroes board the repulsortrain and try to get an audience with Lady Alya, with little success.
Things turn sour quickly when a group of mercenaries attacks the repulsortrain. The heroes must deal with the mercenaries and protect the noblewoman to get the help they need. After the attackers are defeated, Lady Alya reveals that her connections in the Deep Core go quite deep, and she has been marshaling an entire fleet of smugglers and pirates right under the Empire's nose. She agrees to give the heroes the documentation they need to reach Prakith safely, and the heroes earn a new ally.


November 1, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Clone Trooper Blaster Game (TV plug-in)
US game: $ 49.99
from target.com: Become a member of the Republic clone trooper army in this TV plug-in game that features multiple missions, 10 game levels and 2 modes of play
Once you receive your mission orders, get ready to storm or be defend at as you represent the Republic's clone army in this 1-person shooter game
Blast your way through strategic ground missions, attack enemies from a swoop bike, defend your base while manning a gunner's turret and more
Receive communications from Jedi commanders and other popular Star Wars characters; Story mode lets you play the game through the 10 levels in sequence
For use with standard glass-screen TVs only-not for use with projection, HD or plasma TVs
For 1 Person
Batteries Required (Sold Separately): 4 AA Batteries

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels (Nintendo Wii)
US game (Nintendo Wii): LucasArts and Krome Studios, $ 49.99
from starwars.com Homing Beacon # 232 (June 19, 2008): Star Wars The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels, in development by Krome Studios exclusively for the Wii, delivers fun-filled Lightsaber battles for the entire family while it immerses players in the characters, locations, and epic duels from the all-new Star Wars feature film. Built from the ground-up for the Wii, Lightsaber Duels features an intuitive motion-controlled combat system that puts the lightsaber weapon in your hand for non-stop fun.
- Fight the most memorable duels from The Clone Wars feature film.
- Wield your Wii Remote like a Lightsaber and experience first-hand the unique weapon of the Jedi knights with intuitive controls, so no matter what your gaming experience you can become a Lightsaber master.
- Play with your friends as your favorite Clone Wars hero or villain -- from familiar characters like Anakin Skywalker and General Grievous to new faces like Ahsoka Tano and Asajj Ventress -- each with a unique fighting style and set of skills.
- Exploit your interactive surroundings to defeat your opponent: slice down pillars and Force throw them against your foe.
- Duel your way through significant Clone Wars locations, such as Tatooine and Teth.
The world premiere trailer for the games will debut exclusively on Spike TV's "GameTrailers TV with Geoff Keighley" on Friday, June 20.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Jedi Alliance (Nintendo DS and Nintendo Wii)
US game (Nintendo DS): LucasArts Singapore and Lucasfilm Animation, $ 34.99
from starwars.com Homing Beacon # 232 (June 19, 2008): Star Wars The Clone Wars: Jedi Alliance, developed exclusively for the Nintendo DS by the LucasArts Singapore team in conjunction with Lucasfilm Animation, lets gamers experience the awesome power when two Jedi join forces to fight as one. With an innovative stylus-based input, controlling the Jedi's movement and engaging in Lightsaber combat has never felt more immersive.
- Play through an original story -- exclusive to the Nintendo DS -- that expands The Clone Wars series in exciting new directions.
- Create your own Jedi dream teams by pairing Jedi Masters and Padawans. For example, team up Anakin Skywalker with Obi-Wan Kenobi, or Ahsoka Tano with Mace Windu.
- Develop the relationship between two Jedi and generate more powerful attacks and special abilities. Replay missions with different character combinations to unlock new areas, collectibles, and other secrets.
- Play with a friend using wireless drop-in/drop-out coop.
- Control all movement, Lightsaber combat and cinematic action sequences with just the DS stylus.
"Working on The Clone Wars chapter of the Star Wars Saga has been an exciting endeavor for everyone here at LucasArts," said Feargus Carroll, project lead for LucasArts Singapore. "The intuitive and accessible gameplay on both the Wii and the Nintendo DS complement one of the most exciting Star Wars adventures yet."
The world premiere trailer for the game will debut exclusively on Spike TV's "GameTrailers TV with Geoff Keighley" on Friday, June 20.


November 3, 2008

Star Wars Fandex Deluxe (Fandex Family Field Guides)
US book (non-fiction): written by Christopher Cerasi
boxed cards (75 pages), Workman Publishing Company, ISBN 0-7611-5230-X, coverprice: $ 12.95
book description: Aren't we lucky! Star Wars Fandex Deluxe is a perfect meeting of format and content, bringing all the virtues of Fandex to the supergalactic saga of our times, delivering an obsessive deck for the obsessive fan (and the perfect cheat sheet for parents who want to know what their kids are talking about). Darth Vader. Obi-Wan Kenobi. Luke Skywalker. Han Solo and Chewbacca, Emperor Palpatine, Padmé Amidala, Darth Sidious, Boba Fett, Qui-Gon Jinn, and, of course, Yoda, C-3PO, R2-D2, and Jabba the Hutt-in die-cut card after die-cut card, Star Wars Fandex Deluxe celebrates the pantheon of immortals from the Star Wars galaxy.
Star Wars Fandex Deluxe is authorized by and written in close collaboration with Lucasfilm. This deluxe title comprises 75 die-cut cards, 50 percent more than standard Fandex, and it includes not only the beloved characters, but also starships, droids, gadgets, and more. And the text is packed with fascinating information. Get to know the other Jedi Knights, like Plo Koon and Shaak Ti. The difference between a clone trooper and a stormtrooper. The architects of the Death Star. Plus the secret of Darth Vader's paternal lineage, why there can be only two Sith Lords at any given time, and much more. It's the essential Fandex for every Star Wars buff.


November 4, 2008

Star Wars: Prequel Trilogy (DVD)
US DVDs: Lucasfilm and 20th Century Home Entertainment
price $ 49.98
from digitalbits.com (August 22, 2008): ...we've confirmed with 20th Century Fox that the new Star Wars Trilogy DVD box sets are just re-packs of the previously released 2-disc sets (in the case of the Prequel set) and presumably the recent Original Trilogy 2-disc DVDs that had both the SE versions and the non-anamorphic original theatrical versions of the films. The key point is: THERE'S NO NEW CONTENT. So be advised and spread the word.
from starwars.com (August 28, 2008): Returning to store shelves on November 4th are the six episodes of the Star Wars saga on DVD bundled in convenient trilogy sets. Perfect for gift-giving as the holidays approach, the Prequel Trilogy set includes Episodes I-III, while the Star Wars Trilogy includes Episodes IV-VI.
Fans who already own the prequel trilogy double-disc releases (released from 2001-2005) and the Star Wars trilogy double-disc releases (released in 2006) already have all the content that's available in this set. There's nothing new in this set you don't already have. But for friends and family still looking to fill in these gaps in their DVD collections, these sets make it easy and affordable to complete the saga.

Star Wars Trilogy (DVD)
US DVDs: Lucasfilm and 20th Century Home Entertainment
price $ 49.98
from digitalbits.com (August 22, 2008): ...we've confirmed with 20th Century Fox that the new Star Wars Trilogy DVD box sets are just re-packs of the previously released 2-disc sets (in the case of the Prequel set) and presumably the recent Original Trilogy 2-disc DVDs that had both the SE versions and the non-anamorphic original theatrical versions of the films. The key point is: THERE'S NO NEW CONTENT. So be advised and spread the word.
from starwars.com (August 28, 2008): Returning to store shelves on November 4th are the six episodes of the Star Wars saga on DVD bundled in convenient trilogy sets. Perfect for gift-giving as the holidays approach, the Prequel Trilogy set includes Episodes I-III, while the Star Wars Trilogy includes Episodes IV-VI.
Fans who already own the prequel trilogy double-disc releases (released from 2001-2005) and the Star Wars trilogy double-disc releases (released in 2006) already have all the content that's available in this set. There's nothing new in this set you don't already have. But for friends and family still looking to fill in these gaps in their DVD collections, these sets make it easy and affordable to complete the saga.


November 7, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 7 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


November 11, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels and Jedi Alliance: Prima Official Game Guide
US book (gameguide)
softcover (176 pages), Prima Games, ISBN 0-7615-6132-3, coverprice: $ 19.99
from randomhouse.com: Flip Book: Extensive walkthroughs of every level for both Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels for the Wii and Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Jedi Alliance for the DS, including locations of items.
Maps: Detailed area maps to get you to your objectives.
Breakdown: Complete appendices with full analysis of every weapon, item, Force power, combo, and enemy.
Bonus Content: Exclusive art section, developer interviews, and more!

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels and Jedi Alliance: Prima Official eGuide
US ebook (gameguide)
ebook (176 pages), Prima Games, ISBN 0-7615-6133-1, coverprice: $ 19.99
from randomhouse.com: Flip Book: Extensive walkthroughs of every level for both Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels for the Wii and Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Jedi Alliance for the DS, including locations of items.
Maps: Detailed area maps to get you to your objectives.
Breakdown: Complete appendices with full analysis of every weapon, item, Force power, combo, and enemy.
Bonus Content: Exclusive art section, developer interviews, and more!


November 14, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 8 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


November 15, 2008

Star Wars Comic Packs: Star Wars: Dark Empire # 1 (2008, Wave 4)
US comic with action figures
blister-packaging, includes a reprint of Star Wars: Dark Empire # 1, and the Hasbro action figures Clone Emperor and Luke Skywalker
Hasbro/Dark Horse, coverprice $ 11.99

Star Wars Comic Packs: Star Wars: Republic # 82 (2008, Wave 4)
US comic with action figures
blister-packaging, includes a reprint of Star Wars: Republic # 82, and the Hasbro action figures Commander Faie and Quinlan Vos
Hasbro/Dark Horse, coverprice $ 11.99


November 16, 2008

Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II
US tv-special
Adult Swim network
from the Hollywood Reporter: "Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode II" is a go. Days after the Adult Swim show landed a best animated series Emmy nomination for its "Star Wars" episode, the cable network is moving ahead with a sequel that will premiere Nov. 16.
"It doesn't even seem real -- getting to make Star Wars twice!" said "Robot Chicken" co-creator Seth Green, who is set to direct the second "Star Wars"-themed episode after winning an Annie Award for helming the first one.
Many members of the voice cast from the first special, including original "Star Wars" actors Carrie Fisher and Billy Dee Williams -- reprising their roles as Princess Leia and Lando Calrissian, respectively -- are back. Also returning are Seth MacFarlane as Emperor Palpatine, Conan O'Brien as Zuckuss, Breckin Meyer as Admiral Ackbar and Boba Fett, and Ahmed Best as Jar Jar Binks. Green will voice several characters, including Ponda Baba. Joining the voice cast this time around is Andy Richter.
As for the creative direction in the sequel, "we decided to focus on the bounty hunters a bit and explore their stories," "Robot Chicken" co-creator Matt Senreich said. "It's a geek-fest for us all."


November 18, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (DVD-release)
US movie (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Warner Bros. Pictures
info from Celebration IV by Producer Catherine Winder and Supervising Director Dave Filoni (May 27, 2007):
In the new series, there will not be a "Justice League of Jedi" as Filoni puts it - the Jedi can't do anything more than Luke, Mace, Qui-Gon, and Obi-Wan from the films. They can be vulnerable but are intelligent - they need to think themselves out of situations. It will show how war was a challenge for the Jedi to fight, and how the moral principles they clung to began to disintegrate.
According to Winder, it's not being directed as an animated series, but more like live action in terms of its story and cinematography.
from starwars.com: The theatrical debut of Star Wars: The Clone Wars is only the beginning of all-new Star Wars adventures that continue in the fall when the long-awaited television series premieres on Cartoon Network, followed by airings on TNT. Details regarding international broadcasts will be announced shortly. Star Wars: The Clone Wars showcases an entirely new look and feel to the galaxy far, far away -- combining the expansive scope of the Star Wars Saga with state-of-the-art computer-generated animation. Each week, viewers will see a thrilling, 30-minute "mini-movie" created by the talented artists at Lucasfilm Animation.

Star Wars Roleplaying Game: Scum and Villainy Supplement
US (roleplay)
hardcover (224 pages), Wizards of the Coast, ISBN 0-7869-5035-8, coverprice: $ 39.95
book description: Scum and Villainy brings the Saga Edition rules to the fringes of society, introducing new rules and information on smugglers, bounty hunters, crime lords and anyone else that walks outside the law. Covering everything from the vile Hutt Gangsters to smooth-talking con artists. Scum and villainy gives both players and GMs everything they need to fit right in at Mos Eisley's spaceport.
GMs now have a wide variety of information on bounty hunters, crime syndicates, smugglers, pirates, and crimelords of all stripes.
There are exciting new options for talents and feats for scoundrels.
More options for other character classes that add a taste of the fringe for heroes and villains.


November 19, 2008

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic # 35 (Vindication: Part 4 of 4)
US comic: written by John Jackson Miller, art by Brian Ching
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: At long last, Knights of the Old Republic will conclude Zayne's long journey as a fugitive Jedi Padawan -- but not before an astounding climax that will set a brand-new path for him to follow! Zayne and his former Master, Lucien Draay, will be tempted by the dark side while the Jedi Knights war among themselves and the city-planet Coruscant burns around them.


November 21, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 9 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


November 25, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Wild Space (The Clone Wars: Book 2)
US book (fiction): written by Karen Miller
paperback (272 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-50901-3, coverprice $ 15.00
summary: Senator Bail Organa has received some explosive intelligence that could turn the tide of war in the Republic's favor--if his information is legitimate. While Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano embark on a risky mission against General Grievous, Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi accompanies Bail Organa on a journey of discovery... and deadly danger.
information from Lucasfilm's Director of Publishing Carol Roeder: For older readers, Random House's Del Rey imprint will publish one movie and four TV novelizations
press-release: NEW YORK, NY - June 25, 2008 - LucasBooks and Del Rey, an imprint of Ballantine Books at the Random House Publishing Group, announced today that Del Rey will publish five novels to tie-in with the upcoming Star Wars: The Clone Wars feature film, premiering on August 15, and the animated TV series that will air in fall of 2008 on Cartoon Network and TNT.
The first novel - Star Wars: The Clone Wars - is written by fan-favorite Star Wars author Karen Traviss, and will go on sale July 26, 2008. Popular science-fiction/fantasy author Karen Miller will write the second novel, to be published in December 2008. Both books will add depth, color and background to the screen stories and characters, making them must-reads for every Star Wars fan.
The story follows the heroic Jedi Knights as they struggle to maintain order and restore peace during the tumultuous Clone Wars. More and more systems are falling prey to the forces of the dark side as the Galactic Republic slips further and further under the sway of the Separatists and their never-ending droid army. Anakin Skywalker and his Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano find themselves on a mission with far-reaching consequences, one that brings them face-to-face with crime lord Jabba the Hutt. But Count Dooku and his sinister agents, including the nefarious Asajj Ventress, will stop at nothing to ensure that Anakin and Ahsoka fail at their quest. Meanwhile, on the front lines of the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Master Yoda lead the massive clone army in a valiant effort to resist the forces of the dark side.
Del Rey Editor Shelly Shapiro says, "It is a gift to all Star Wars fans to see the franchise continue to grow and develop under the watchful and ever-inventive eye of its creator, George Lucas. The Star Wars galaxy is one of the richest fictional "worlds" ever invented, and it is exciting to be able to explore this new area with novels, as we've done with so much success-and so much fun-with the original six movies."

Star Wars: Death Star (paperback reprint)
US book (fiction): written by Steve Perry & Michael Reaves
paperback (448 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-47743-X, coverprice $ 7.99


November 26, 2008

Rogue Leaders: The Story of LucasArts (aka Magic of LucasArts)
US book (non-fiction): written by Rob Smith, foreword by George Lucas
hardcover (256 pages, 300 color images), Chronicle Books, ISBN 0-8118-6184-8, coverprice: $ 60.00
first announced at the starwars.com 2008 Hyperspace Member Kit slideshow
from chroniclebooks.com: Rogue Leaders: The Story of LucasArts -- In 1982, George Lucas saw potential in the fledgling videogame industry and created his own interactive-entertainment company. Twenty-five years and dozens of award-winning games later, LucasArts has earned a prestigious place in the industry and in the hearts of gamers everywhere. Rogue Leaders is the first substantive survey of a videogame company-a deluxe compilation that traces its history through never-before-published interviews. In addition, more than 300 pieces of concept art, character development sketches, and storyboards have been lavishly reproduced to showcase the creative talent behind such videogame classics as The Secret of Monkey Island, Grim Fandango, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, as well as games that were never publicly released. A thrill for millions of videogame and LucasArts fans around the world.
from amazon.UK: In 1982, Lucasfilm wanted to branch out into other forms of entertainment and formed an agreement where videogame pioneer Atari provided $1 million in seed capital with only the vague directive of "see what you can make." The resulting two games sold 100,000 units, twice as many copies as had been projected, and were a critical and commercial success. In 2005, LucasArts' Battlefront II game sold 2.1million copies and generated an estimated $200 million in revenue. In the past 25 years, LucasArts has cemented its place in videogame history though a combination of the two strengths of its parent company: master storytelling and innovative technology."The Magic of LucasArts" reveals its illustrious history, including more than 250 samples of never-before-seen art, including storyboards, concept paintings, and character developments from its cherished games, as well as art from cancelled projects that were never announced to the public. George Lucas contributes a rare foreword on his vision for interactive entertainment. Original interviews with key team members past and present make this book a must-have for gamers young and old.
from starwars.com: For more than 25 years, LucasArts has produced some of the greatest video games ever. Chronicle Books celebrates that legacy with Rogue Leaders: The Story of LucasArts. New and previously unpublished interviews reveal LucasArts' key milestones, while more than 300 pieces of concept art -- many of it never before published -- showcases the inspirational artistic talent behind the classics.
Explore such storied favorites as Ballblazer, Maniac Mansion and The Secret of Monkey Island. Revisit legendary titles like Day of the Tentacle, Sam & Max Hit the Road, Full Throttle and Grim Fandango. Star Wars and Indiana Jones fans will find all their LucasArts favorites in here too, as well as previews of the newest games, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels, Clone Wars: Jedi Alliance and Indy's next-generation adventure.
Rogue Leaders: The Story of LucasArts includes concept art from more than 10 unpublished LucasArts games, a script and storyboard excerpt from Star Wars: Rebel Assault II, the original design document for Rescue on Fractalus! and all sorts of never-before-seen gems from the Lucasfilm Archives.
Rogue Leaders: The Story of LucasArts, is written by Rob Smith with a foreword by George Lucas. It is due out in November from Chronicle Books. It will feature a lenticular cover with four images: Darth Vader, Guybrush Treepwood, LEGO Indy, and the dreaded Purple Tentacle.

Star Wars: Legacy # 30 (Vector: Part 11 of 12)
US comic: written by John Ostrander, art by Jan Duursema & Dan Parsons
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Celeste Morne, a Jedi of the Old Republic, and Cade Skywalker, descendant of the legendary Skywalkers, have joined with a group of Imperial Knights and Cade's bounty hunter crew for an assassination attempt on the Sith Emperor, Darth Krayt. But Celeste has been struggling with the spirit of Sith Lord Karness Muur for over 4,000 years -- there is no way to determine how much control he maintains over her actions. Can Cade's plot succeed, or will he find himself at the mercy of another Sith?

Star Wars: Rebellion Volume 3: Small Victories
US comic collection: written by Jeremy Barlow, art by Colin Wilson
comic collection (96 pages), Dark Horse Comics, ISBN 1-59582-166-X, coverprice $ 12.95
reprints: Star Wars: Rebellion # 11 - 14
solicitation copy: Lieutenant Deena Shan is feeling insecure and worthless. After a few nearly disastrous missions with the Rebel Alliance, she is ready to give up, go home, and leave the Rebellion to the true heroes. That is, until Deena becomes part of a suicide mission that could hit the Empire where it really hurts! But, when Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia are captured in the process, Deena must reconcile herself to complete the mission and save these two figureheads of the Rebellion, and many others-single-handed! Will she succeed, or will this be Deena's last mistake?


November 27, 2008

Star Wars: Top Trumps
UK book (non-fiction): written by Ben Harper
paperback (192 pages), J.H. Haynes & Co. Ltd., ISBN 1-8442-5654-5, coverprice £ 4.99
from borders.com: Haynes and Top Trumps have teamed up to create this fantastic new Top Trumps book, based on the original Star Wars trilogy ( A New Hope , The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi ). Packed with stunning pictures, fascinating facts and all the vital statistics, it will keep kids and grown-ups quiet for hours.


November 28, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 10 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


late November 2008 (tentative date)

Star Wars Roleplaying Game: Dawn of Defiance Campaign Part 9: Sword of the Empire
US RPG campaign: : written by Rodney Thompson, designed by Rodney Thompson
PDF-file, Wizards of the Coast, download free
adventure outline (contains spoilers for non-Gamemasters!): Traveling through the Deep Core to the Imperial Fortress World of Prakith, the heroes discover that Master Denia is being held in none other than the Citadel Inquisitorius, the newly built headquarters of the Emperor's Jedi hunters. Dealing with the planet Prakith is much like dealing with Coruscant, except that the majority of the citizens are members of the Imperial Navy. The heroes must discover Master Denia's location without revealing their sympathies, a balancing act that can have dire consequences if they fail.
The heroes sneak into the Citadel and make their way to the top of the building, using stealth and subterfuge to avoid detection or capture. When they reach the top of the Citadel, they find Inquisitor Draco torturing Master Denia. He has clearly grown in power since their last confrontation and seems unbeatable in open conflict. But Master Denia sacrifices her own life to weaken Draco, which makes the battle more of a fair fight. Rather than fall to the heroes, Draco flees the Citadel in his personal shuttle. The heroes manage to escape Prakith, having lost Master Denia but having defeated Draco-at least, for now.


December 5, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 11 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


December 8, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Blu-ray DVD-release Region 2)
US movie (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Warner Bros. Pictures, coverprice £ 27.99


December 9, 2008

The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia
US book: Del Rey, by Steve Sansweet with Pablo Hidalgo
hardcover (3 volumes) (1408 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-47763-4, coverprice: $ 125.00
starwars.com: The Star Wars universe is constantly expanding. In the ten years since the publication of the Star Wars Encyclopedia -- the definitive reference guide to a space fantasy phenomenon -- a lot has happened in that galaxy far, far away. Four new feature films, a host of official original novels, comics, video games, and more, have introduced new characters, new lore, new events, and new revelations. We've experienced everything from the Clone Wars and the inception of the Empire to the rise and fall of Anakin Skywalker and the invasion of the monstrous Yuuzhan Vong. We've witnessed the founding of the New Jedi Order and learned the history of the ancient Sith rule of two. We've met Mace Windu, Darth Maul, Queen Amidala, and Jango Fett, to name but a few.
Keeping pace with the prodigious growth of the Star Wars saga means that the ultimate sourcebook of data -- culled from films, radio dramas, comics, novels, short stories, and video games -- had to grow also. And now, thirty years of information on all things Star Wars -- ranging from science and technology to history and geography, culture and biography to ecology and cosmology, with comprehensive entries from "abo" and "Abrax" to "Zirtran's Anchor" and "zwil" -- has been supplemented with another entire decade's worth of all-new material.
Abundantly illustrated with full-color artwork and photos, and now in a new three-volume edition to accommodate its millennia-spanning wealth of detailed entries, the Star Wars Encyclopedia encompasses the full measure of George Lucas's extraordinary creation. Here are the renowned and infamous ("Luke Skywalker," "Jorus C'baoth," "Darth Vader," "Grand Moff Tarkin"), the obscure and enigmatic ("Tnun Bdu," "Captain Tycho Celchu," "Bib Fortuna"); the natives and customs of planets as diverse as Tatooine and Hoth, Dagobah and Kashyyyk; the rituals, secrets, and traditions of Jedi Knights and Sith Lords; plus, for the intensive researcher, a timeline of major events in Star Wars history. Scrupulously researched and written by leading authorities Stephen J. Sansweet, Pablo Hidalgo, Bob Vitas, Daniel Wallace, Mary Franklin, Josh Kushins, and Chris Cassidy, this landmark work is the key to a monumental mythos -- and the must-have centerpiece for every Star Wars library.


December 10, 2008

Star Wars: Clone Wars # 3 (Slaves of the Republic: Part 3 of 6)
US comic: written by Henry Gilroy, art by Scott Hepburn & Dan Parsons, cover by Scott Hepburn
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: Eighty million Togruta from the planet of Kiros have suddenly disappeared! It's up to Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Togruta Padawan Ahsoka Tano to find the lost population...
A clue leads the Jedi to the Zygerria system: massive slave auctions have been held there in the past, and will be taking place again soon-with the unfortunate Togruta on the auction block!
This new series is a complement to Lucasfilm's highly anticipated CGI-animated The Clone Wars television series!


December 12, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 12 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


December 15, 2008

Star Wars Classics: Luke Skywalker's Amazing Story (DK Readers)
US book (fiction)
softcover, DK Publishing (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-4518-2, coverprice: $ 3.99
hardcover, DK Publishing (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-4519-0, coverprice: $ 14.99

Star Wars Classics: R2-D2 and Friends (DK Readers)
US book (fiction)
softcover, DK Publishing (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-4516-6, coverprice: $ 3.99
hardcover, DK Publishing (32 pages), ISBN 0-7566-4517-4, coverprice: $ 14.99


December 19, 2008

Star Wars Adventures Volume 1
US comic digest
softcover (96 pages), Dark Horse Comics

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (Season 1: Episode 13 of 22)
US television series (3D animation): Lucas Animation and Turner
Broadcasting Systems Inc. (Cartoon Network and TNT)
premieres on Cartoon Network at 9.00 pm (ET, PT)


December 24, 2008

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic # 36 (Prophet Motive: Part 1 of 2)
US comic: written by John Jackson Miller, art by Bong Dazo
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: The beginning of a whole new era for loner Jedi Zayne Carrick launches our clever, clumsy hero, his con-artist best friend Gryph, and the bold Jarael into the kind of seat-of-your-pants adventure only Star Wars can provide!
The perfect starting point for new readers, this story kicks off the next phase in Zayne's life with a long-shot swindle gone wrong! Gryph's got a plan to part some shady-dealing Chev from their unjustly earned credits, but he'll need more than a disguise to protect him when they catch on to his game!
A New Era for the Old Republic!

Star Wars: Legacy Volume 4: Alliance
US comic (collection): written by John Ostrander, art by Omar Francia & Alan Robinson
comic (104 pages), Dark Horse Books, coverprice $ 15.95
solicitation copy: The future of Star Wars continues here! The Sith again control the galaxy, but the remains of the Galactic Alliance fight on to restore justice... Admiral Gar Stazi leads the Galactic Alliance in a risky heist against the Sith. If he succeeds, his army's resources will be greatly replenished-but at what price of punishment from the Sith Emperor and his minions? Three sides of this tale are told: that of the Galactic Alliance; that of the forces still loyal to the deposed Emperor Roan Fel; and that of the new Sith Order. Immeasurable and unforeseen repercussions will come to all!
This newest volume of Star Wars: Legacy collects issues #20-22, and #27 of the ongoing series.


late December 2008

Star Wars: Rebel Force # 1: Target
US book (fiction): written by Robin Wasserman/Alex Wheeler (?)
softcover (176 pages), Scholastic Inc., ISBN 0-545-10612-2, coverprice: $ 6.99
information from Lucasfilm's Director of Publishing Carol Roeder: Classic Star Wars publishing will continue; Scholastic will introduce a new series next year. (data from Publishersweekly.com, April 5, 2008)
description from amazon.com: It is a critical moment in the struggle between the Rebels and the Empire: the Force itself hangs in the balance, and all the hopes of the galaxy depend on the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and a host of other heroes....

Star Wars: Rebel Force # 2: Uprising
US book (fiction): written by Robin Wasserman/Alex Wheeler?
softcover (176 pages), Scholastic Inc., ISBN 0-545-11218-5, coverprice: $ 6.99
information from Lucasfilm's Director of Publishing Carol Roeder: Classic Star Wars publishing will continue; Scholastic will introduce a new series next year. (data from Publishersweekly.com, April 5, 2008)
description from amazon.com: It is a critical moment in the struggle between the Rebels and the Empire: the Force itself hangs in the balance, and all the hopes of the galaxy depend on the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and a host of other heroes....

Star Wars Roleplaying Game: Dawn of Defiance Campaign Part 10: Jaws of the Sarlacc
US RPG campaign: : written by Rodney Thompson, designed by Rodney Thompson
PDF-file, Wizards of the Coast, download free
adventure outline (contains spoilers for non-Gamemasters!): Lady Alya's allies in the Deep Core track Draco to the planet Byss, where the Sarlacc Project is under construction. The time has come to strike-if the Super Star Destroyer prototype isn't destroyed now, it will soon be fully armed and operational. Lady Alya and Senator Organa have hatched a plan to destroy the prototype, and the heroes will lead the attack. While the noblewoman's fleet of smugglers and pirates draw the Imperial defenses away from the prototype, the heroes board a defensive space station and seize control of it. They deactivate the station's weapons, which allows a small strike force of starfighters to make a microjump close to the prototype ship.
Joining the strike force in ships of their own, the heroes fly inside the Super Star Destroyer prototype. Among the strike force pilots are various characters who have helped the heroes during the campaign, including the captain of the Resurgence and a space transport pilot hired by Bail Organa. Pursued by TIE Fighters and with only a limited amount of time in which the pirate fleet can hold off the planetary defenses, the heroes fly to the center of the ship and destroy its power core. The heroes must race out of the collapsing vessel and make the jump to hyperspace before they are consumed by the massive explosion.
With the Sarlacc Project destroyed, the galaxy is free of at least one large threat (for now), and others across many worlds take note of the heroes' accomplishment. They have struck the first major blow against the Empire, laying the groundwork for the foundation of the Rebel Alliance.


December 30, 2008

Star Wars: Legacy of the Force # 9: Invincible (paperback reprint)
US book (fiction): written by Troy Denning
paperback (400 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-47747-2, coverprice: $ 7.99
from amazon.com: No war can last forever. Now, in the long and punishing battle between the defiant champions of the New Jedi Order and the juggernaut that is the Galactic Alliance, the endgame is finally at hand. With so much lost-and nothing less than the course of the future still at stake-there can be no turning back. No matter the consequences.
The rebel cause is losing ground under the twin blows of Admiral Gilad Pellaeon's assassination and the death of Mara Jade Skywalker. At the same time, having gained the support of the Imperial Remnant and its ruthlessly efficient forces, the Galactic Alliance, with the extraordinary power and dark brilliance of newly ascendant Sith Lord Darth Caedus at its helm, may be unstoppable. Tormented and torn between the call of duty and the thirst for vengeance, Luke has searched the Force and beheld an unspeakable vision of the galaxy enslaved under tyranny more monstrous than even Palpatine's. Now it seems that the last, best hope lies in mobilizing the scattered Jedi for one decisive search-and-destroy mission. The objective: eliminate Darth Caedus.
It's a plan that will be as difficult and dangerous to execute as it is daring. For Caedus is a scion of both the Skywalker and Solo bloodlines whose command of the Force surpasses even that of his grandfather
Darth Vader. There is only one who is bound by destiny to stand against him in what will surely be a duel to the death, only one with an outside chance of bringing down the dark lord who was once Jacen Solo.
Failure is not an option. The furious final moments between power and peace are here, and whoever confronts Darth Caedus will decide the outcome-and the fate of those left standing.

Star Wars: Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor
US book (fiction): written by Matthew Stover
hardcover (416 pages), Del Rey, ISBN 0-345-47744-6, coverprice: $ 27.00
description: Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor tells the tale of the Alliance's efforts to stop Lord Shadowspawn and his black-clad legions of shadow stormtroopers shortly after the destruction of the second Death Star. All the classic heroes return -- Luke, Leia, Han, Chewie, Lando, Threepio, Artoo and the pilots of Rogue Squadron -- in a thrilling adventure of good versus evil, with the fledgling New Republic battling the stubborn remains of a splintering Galactic Empire.
from starwars.com: Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader are dead. The Empire has been toppled by the triumphant Rebel Alliance, and the New Republic is ascendant. But the struggle against the dark side and the Sith order is not over. Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Lando Calrissian, and their faithful comrades have had little time to savor victory before being called on to defend the newly liberated galaxy.
Powerful remnants of the vanquished Empire, hungry for retaliation, are still at large, committing acts of piracy, terrorism, and wholesale slaughter against the worlds of the fledgling Republic. The most deadly of these, a ruthless legion of black-armored stormtroopers, do the brutal bidding of the newly risen warlord Shadowspawn. Striking from a strategically advantageous base at the planet Mindor, they are waging campaigns of plunder and destruction, demolishing order and security across the galaxy --and breeding fears of an Imperial resurgence. And another reign of darkness beneath the boot-heel of Sith despotism is something General Luke Skywalker cannot and will not risk.
Mobilizing the ace fighters of Rogue Squadron -- along with the trusty Chewbacca, Threepio, and Artoo-Detoo -- Luke, Han, and Leia set out to take the battle to the enemy at the site of its stronghold, and neutralize the threat before it's too late. But their imminent onslaught against Mindor will be playing directly into the hands of their cunning new adversary. Lord Shadowspawn is no freshly anointed Sith Chieftain, but in fact a vicious former Imperial Intelligence officer -- and Prophet of the Dark Side. The Emperor's death has paved the way for Shadowspawn's return from exile in the Outer Rim; and mastery of ancient Sith knowledge and modern technology has given him the capability to mount the ultimate power play for galaxy-wide dominion. Dark prophecy has foretold that only one obstacle stands in his way, and he is ready -- even eager -- for the confrontation.
All the classic heroes, all the explosive action and adventure, all the unparalleled excitement of Star Wars come breathlessly alive here, as the further adventures of Luke Skywalker continue.
release-date info by Pablo Hidalgo, posted on starwarsblog.starwars.com (June 16, 2008): Oh sure, you've seen the front cover to Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor. Everyone has. Dave Seeley's great artwork showcasing Luke Skywalker. (The book, by the way, has swapped places on the publication calendar with Jim Luceno's Millennium Falcon. So expect Mindor in hardcover in December '08, while Falcon is due out in October from Del Rey Books).


December 31, 2008

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Quarterly Volume 2: Crash Course
US comic: written by Henry Gilroy, art by the Fillbach brothers, cover by Scott Hepburn
softcover (96 pages), Dark Horse Books, ISBN 1-59582-230-5, coverprice $ 7.95
solicitation copy: In the latest galaxy-spanning Clone Wars adventure, Anakin Skywalker and his young Padawan Ahsoka Tano go undercover in the cutthroat world of podracing in hopes of crushing a diabolical Separatist spy ring. Watch out, Jedi-speed kills!
This new series is a compliment to Lucasfilm's highly anticipated CGI-animated The Clone Wars movie, and television programs that will air on The Cartoon Network and TNT!

Star Wars: Legacy # 31 (Vector: Part 12 of 12)
US comic: written by John Ostrander, art by Jan Duursema & Dan Parsons, cover by Jan Duursema
comic (40 pages), Dark Horse Comics, coverprice $ 2.99
solicitation copy: It is Jedi vs. Sith, and Sith vs. Sith in this, the conclusion to "Vector"-the year-long event that has shaken the galaxy, shattered lives, and brought about new beginnings ends here!
Darth Krayt may finally be captured and defeated in the trap set by Cade Skywalker and Jedi Master of old Celeste Morne. But Emperor Krayt might no longer be the most powerful Sith lord in the galaxy. Will Cade and Celeste have another Sith to defeat... or join?
The final chapter of Vector is here!


2008 ?? (unspecified)

Star Wars (book about Star Wars collectibles)
US book (non-fiction): written by Gus Lopez and Duncan Jenkins
Information from Star Wars Insider # 100, April 2008 from Steve Sansweet's Scouting the Galaxy column: "I can tell you that there won't be another edition of the Tomart Price Guide to Worldwide Star Wars Collectibles. The last edition from 1997 works well for the first 20 years, but not at all for the last decade. There have been a number of unofficial guides in the intervening years that are useful, and I'm really looking forward to this year's debut of a new, comprehensive collectibles guide by my collecting buddies Gus Lopez and Duncan Jenkins."

Star Wars: Force Unleashed tie-in (worktitle, non-Hyperspace)
US webstrip:, illustrated by Tom Hodges
webstrip, Lucas Online
Information taken from Pablo Hidalgo's blog-entry at Celebration IV, May 27, 2007: Earlier today at Celebration IV, Joe Corroney, Tom Hodges and myself sat and chatted with Hyperspace members in the Fan Club Lounge. Much of the chatter was about The Clone Wars trailer, which had just debuted that day, but we did turn specifically to the subject of webstrips eventually, and here's what we had to say.
We've got a plan to do two more original webstrips this year. They will be available to everyone - not subscriber exclusive - because the hope is that they'll reach a wide enough success to warrant doing future installments. I have indeed talked casually to other authors who have expressed interest in doing strips, but right now budget allows for only two more at the moment.
They'll both start later this summer. One is a Force Unleashed tie-in strip that will include Shaak Ti, illustrated by Tom Hodges. The second is Rookies: Day Long Remembered, illustrated by Joe Corroney.

Star Wars Roleplaying Game: Monster Manual (not definite title, announced at Celebration IV)
US book (RPG)
Wizards of the Coast
details from RPG author Sterling Hershey's blog: "Monster Manual" style threats book with character creation options.

Star Wars: Rookies: Day Long Remembered (non-Hyperspace)
US webstrip: written by Pablo Hidalgo, illustrated by Joe Corroney
webstrip, Lucas Online
Information taken from Pablo Hidalgo's starwars.com blog, April 17, 2007: Webstrips are currently on hiatus, hence its absence from the bullet point list. There are at least two original webstrips slated for later this year, but they are likely to be made available for everyone and not just Hyperspace members. The archive is currently available only to Hyperspace members, though later in the year, they may be made free.
Information taken from Pablo Hidalgo's blog-entry at Celebration IV, May 27, 2007: Earlier today at Celebration IV, Joe Corroney, Tom Hodges and myself sat and chatted with Hyperspace members in the Fan Club Lounge. Much of the chatter was about The Clone Wars trailer, which had just debuted that day, but we did turn specifically to the subject of webstrips eventually, and here's what we had to say.
We've got a plan to do two more original webstrips this year. They will be available to everyone - not subscriber exclusive - because the hope is that they'll reach a wide enough success to warrant doing future installments. I have indeed talked casually to other authors who have expressed interest in doing strips, but right now budget allows for only two more at the moment.
They'll both start later this summer. One is a Force Unleashed tie-in strip that will include Shaak Ti, illustrated by Tom Hodges. The second is Rookies: Day Long Remembered, illustrated by Joe Corroney.


late 2008 / early 2009

Star Wars Comic Two-Pack
US comic with action figures: written by Nathan P. Butler
Star Wars Tales: Equals and Opposites (with Kyle Katarn and ? )
Information by Nathan Butler, taken from the starwars.com forums, April 25, 2008:
"I can FINALLY talk about it because Hasbro just answered a question about it that specified things in their recent Q&A!
Later in 2008 or in early 2009, Hasbro is going to release another of its Comic Packs. This time, it'll be a standalone reprint of my "Equals and Opposites" story from Star Wars Tales #21 / Star Wars Tales Vol. 6. They confirmed that it'll be Kyle Katarn and one other figure. They have not confirmed which is the other figure, though they say it should be obvious. I'm not sure if that means I can say who/what that other figure is at this point, but you can assume things pretty easily on who/what they'd include that people have been dying to finally see in action figure form.
I was going CRAZY not being able to talk about this!
So, consider that an announcement from your friendly neighborhood Star Wars Timelien Gold compiler and Star Wars Tales writer."


2009

2009 (undisclosed date)

The Art of Star Wars: The Clone Wars
US book (non-fiction):
Del Rey

Star Wars: Millennium Falcon (paperback reprint)
US book (fiction): written by James Luceno
paperback, Del Rey
from starwars.com: Climb aboard, buckle up, and prepare to jump to hyperspace for the ultimate flight on the ship that launched a thousand fates!
Two years have passed since the defeat of Darth Caedus, the former Jacen Solo. For a grieving Han and Leia, the shadow of their son's tragic downfall still looms large. But Jacen's own bright and loving daughter, Allana, offers a ray of hope for the future as she thrives in her grandparents' care. The eager, inquisitive and Force-strong girl makes a curious discovery aboard her grandfather's beloved spacecraft -- the much-overhauled but ever-dependable Millennium Falcon. The Solo family then finds itself at a new turning point, about to set out on an odyssey into uncertain territory, untold adventure, and unexpected rewards.
To Han, who knows every bolt, weld, and sensor of the Falcon as if they were parts of himself, the strange device Allana shows him is utterly alien. But its confounding presence -- and Allana's infectious desire to unravel its mystery -- are impossible to dismiss. The only answer lies in backtracking into the past on a fact-finding expedition to retrace the people, places, and events in the checkered history of the vessel that's done everything from making the Kessel Run "in less than twelve parsecs" to helping topple an evil Empire.
From the moment the Falcon broke loose from a Corellian assembly line like an untamed creature with a will of its own, it seemed destined to seek out trouble. It wasn't long before the feisty YT-1300 freighter went from shuttling cargo to smuggling contraband. But it's a fateful rendezvous on Coruscant, at the explosive height of the Republic/Separatist uprising, that launches a galaxywide cat-and-mouse game whose newest players are Han, Leia, Allana and C-3PO. And they're not alone: Crime lords, galactic pirates, rogue politicians and fortune hunters alike loom at every turn of the quest -- each with his or her own desperate stake in the Millennium Falcon's most momentous mission.
Through the years and across the stars, from the Rim Worlds to points beyond, the race will lead them all to a final standoff for a prize some will risk everything to find -- and pay any cost to possess.


January 2009

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed (paperback reprint)
US book (fiction): written by Sean Williams
paperback, Del Rey

Star Wars: Frames
US books
boxed hardcovers (6), Insight Editions, ISBN 1-933784-73-3, coverprice $ 4,000
from starwars.com : Limited to 1,138 Copies, this Elaborate Six-Volume Set Includes Bookplate Signed by Star Wars Creator George Lucas, Who Also Selected All 1,416 FRAMES.
From the first view of the Death Star to an underwater city, from a planet of molten lava to a dizzying asteroid field, the six films of George Lucas's Star Wars Saga have been filled with astonishing, unforgettable images.
In January 2009, Insight Editions, a division of the Palace Publishing Group, will pay tribute to the extraordinary visions seen in the epic, intergalactic adventure with Star Wars: Frames -- an unprecedented, exquisite collection of defining moments from the revolutionary film series as seen through the eyes of its creator.
George Lucas personally selected each of the 1,416 shots in Star Wars: Frames, which will showcase these indelible cinematic moments in six hardcover, leather-bound volumes, each 11 inches by 22 inches and printed in exceptional large format preserving the widescreen aspect ratio and full resolution of the original film frames. Star Wars: Frames will be strictly limited to 1,138 copies (in tribute to Lucas's first feature-length film, THX 1138) and will be encased in a wood-inlaid box (24" long x 13" high x 15" wide) adorned by two embossed medallions (6.75" round) -- representing Jedi Master Yoda and Dark Lord of the Sith Darth Vader. The box will contain two chambers that correspond to the first and second Star Wars trilogies, which will house the six volumes. Each of these numbered limited editions will also contain a portfolio case with a bookplate signed by George Lucas.
More than 230 film frames correspond to each epic Star Wars film: The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi, totaling 1,416 images. Lucas selected each image from over a million possible frames.
A truly unprecedented publishing event, Star Wars: Frames is a dynamic undertaking that offers not only one of the most limited Star Wars products to date, boldly illustrating Lucas's 30-year vision and passion for the Star Wars Saga, offering unmatched depth and reflection into his creative process.
"This deeply personal project sets itself apart from any other publication on George Lucas's work in that it contains his frames: shots he conceptualized and crafted, unadulterated and rendered as individual works of art," said Raoul Goff, publisher & CEO of Palace Publishing Group. "Each page, or frame, presents a stunning work of beauty that speaks to the creative spirit, vision, and peerless imagination of a cinematic master."
Star Wars: Frames presents a mesmerizing blend of photography and cinema -- preserving the glorious widescreen aspect ratio of the movies, presented as never before on large-format pages with more than 1,400 original images printed with the highest production values available in bookmaking.
This landmark collection of images represents a unique opportunity for collectors and cinéphiles to obtain a superbly crafted artifact of the Star Wars epics. Star Wars: Frames will be available through Insight Editions and their exclusive online retail partner Sideshow Collectibles. Beginning in July, Sideshow will accept preorders through February 2009 at www.sideshowtoy.com/starwarsframes, where preview information will be posted along with details and commentary on the historic making of the project. In addition, a sample copy of Star Wars: Frames will be on display at this year's San Diego Comic-Con from July 24 through 27.


January 7, 2009

Star Wars: C