A closer look at the publisher exclusives and revelations at SWCC
Mere hours after Lucasfilm unveiled the teaser trailer and title for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Lucasfilm Publishing confirmed a galaxy of new stories being prepped ahead of the film’s release this December. Lucasfilm Publishing’s Creative Director Michael Siglain announced plans for a “Journey to Episode IX” program similar to the books that have preceded Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
Here is a sample of what we can expect to see on the bookshelves as the release of The Rise of Skywalker approaches:
Crash of Fate:
The book is part of a series of comics and novels that tie into the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge resort.
The Skywalker Saga:
The retelling is a story of a family meant to be read by families, says Lucasfilm Publishing’s Jennifer Heddle.
Be More Leia and Be More Lando:
Christian Blauvelt will continue his series on mindfulness and business practices with two new books
Creatures Big & Small/Creatures vs. Aliens:
A sneak peek at upcoming titles included Creatures Big & Small, by Calliope Glass and Katie Cook, a sound book on Creatures vs. Aliens written by Pablo Hidalgo and including rathtars described as “rolling meatballs with teeth,”
Alexander Freed’s Alphabet Squadron:
Hera Syndulla helps hold together a team of rag-tag New Republic pilots after the Battle of Endor.
Master & Apprentice:
Queen’s Shadow (SWCC Exclusive Cover):
Book Review | Star Wars: Queen’s Shadow (US Edition)
Star Wars: Thrawn Treason:
Timothy Zahn revealed that Eli Vanto will return for Star Wars: Thrawn Treason
Wow, these titles look incredible and we cannot wait to immerse ourselves in more awesome Star Wars action as we approach Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Stay tuned to The Future of the Force for latest reviews as they approach release.
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Source: StarWars.com