This is a timeline for books considered canon in the new continuity. As of april 25, 2014, the only previously published materials that are considered canon are the six star wars films and the star wars. So far there are 12 star wars adult novel canon books. But i have never been at ease about the situation on tatooine, not since leaving it almost four years ago. Many derivative star wars works have been produced in conjunction with, between, and after. For any art books related to marvel comics, check out the collections tpbhc page. Nov 18, 2016 this list of the top 15 non canon star wars stories includes books that examine sith mythology, jedi training, ancient worlds and the murderous rampage of darth vader. A rumor surfaced shortly after star wars rebels premiered in 2014 a followup to cartoon networks the clone wars, which was canceled not long after disney acquired lucasfilm that lucasfilm planned on making another star wars animated series in 2017 or 2018 after rebels concluded. Though presented as a flashback, this 2017 story is the first one to take. In other words, in what disney now calls legends, here are the best non canon stories we wish were still part of the continuity. They either included everything being published, or left off the. See photos of the 501st and rebel legions, the mandalorian mercs, and more from. Some cancelled the clone wars episodes were adapted into canon books and comics in the clone wars legacy multimedia project. Aftermath may take place following the events of return of the jedi, but.
Unless youre an eagleeyed star wars superfan, viewers of 2017s the last jedi. Star wars timeline gold star wars datapad swdatapad is the ultimate chronological timeline and release date lists for. Reys new yellow lightsaber has a hidden meaning in rise. Delve into the history of the sinister count dooku in this audio original set in a galaxy far far away. I think it gets built up quite heavily around most star wars subreddits and while it is good, i dont think its for everyone and distant 11 and 12 for the first aftermath book and heir to the jedi. The force awakens novel has been revealed, along with some plot details. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created by george lucas that includes star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980, and return of the jedi 1983. Page 116 of 116 s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. This article is about prose novels and anthologies and other books. All listed chronologically based on the events they describe. Which novels in the new star wars canon are worth reading. New movies and other stories arent based on these books, and will sometimes contradict them.
This timeline constitutes a mutimedia of films, tv episodes, novels, short stories, comics, young adult novels, and childrens books and comics. For graphic novels and comics, see list of star wars comic books. Novels and novelizations are separated, as are junior novels and junior novelizations. Not included are novelty books, collectors guides, lego titles, or similar releases. A new post about star wars will be posted every day for 40 days leading up to the franchises 40th birthday on may 25th.
All novels here are published in collaboration with the lucasfilm story group, and are canon with the films and animated tv series. See photos of the 501st and rebel legions, the mandalorian mercs, and more from the biggest celebration ever. Its like writing books of the bible, chuckles producer star wars rebels, the xmen films as he ponders the increasing trend toward tying various film and television projects with a bigname. The star wars legend, who has spent 43 years acting as the golden droid, reflects on the end of the skywalker. The best canon books in the galaxy by richard lynch welcome back to the jedi archives, today we take a break from the minutia of star wars lore to take a look at some of the best books that have come out since disney rebooted the expanded universe. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Yodas secret war, by jason aaron, salvador larroca, kelly thompson, and emilio laiso though presented as a flashback, this 2017 story is the first one to take us back to a time prior to episode i, even if just. Since 2014, the official star wars canon includes all of the. After the force awakens, multiple films have been released, including spinoffs rogue one 2016 and solo. The phantom menace 1999, by terry brooks 32 bby a attack of the clones. Bloodline is now, by far, my favorite star wars book in the canon, ranking as high as some of my.
Mar 17, 2015 the cover to del reys first journey to star wars. The novel was released on april 11, 2017, and a sequel was released in 2018. Star wars insider fiction part of official canon the. These books are part of the original star wars expanded universe, and follow an internally consistent timeline. Twilight company, by alexander freed 2015s battlefront reboot was a. With this new star wars canon timeline, you can now stay current on.
Nonfiction books are also listed and include art collections, making of books, etc. Star wars canon timeline aug 2019 kenobi series update. The novel is about the character thrawn, who was canonically reintroduced in the third season of star wars rebels. The names of them are dark disciple, rouge one catylst, a new dawn, ahsoka, heir to the jedi, tarkin, lords of the sith, battlefront twighlight company, lost stars, blood line, life debt, and. Not only because it metaphorically encapsulates star wars. New canon star wars book by timothy zahn spring 2017.
My 6 year old wanted a star wars party, so i was delighted to find this book. By book i am going to be refering to the original novels that are part of the new star wars canon as approved by the lucasfilm story group. The definitive ranking of all 12 star wars moviesyes, 12. New star wars canon novel reveals what happens after. Today during the star wars rebels panel, timothy zahn announced a new book entitled thrawn. The clone wars television series and film, while the expanded universe is no longer considered canon and was re. Yoda is called to a planet of child warriors in the middle of a tribal conflict. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. The clone wars 2008 the animated clone wars film is a little difficult to rate on its own merits, because it served as the starting point for.
Young readers books are almost always an adaptation of a previously released piece of content. Jun, 2016 by book i am going to be refering to the original novels that are part of the new star wars canon as approved by the lucasfilm story group. The list contains all disney and marvel officially released and published stories. Star wars timeline the ultimate star wars canon timeline. The new star wars expanded novel universe that includes all star wars novels and media created after the legends rebranding of the old eu.
I cannot say i hated or disliked any entire book, but there are some things in some books i didnt care for, etc. Star wars timeline of canon movies, books and comics. Please help improve this list or discuss it on the talk page. A lot of random tie ins to scenes from the movies that can feel a bit forced. New canon the newly standardized star wars canon includes all the movie episodes, the clone wars and rebels tv shows, and new books since. Star wars new canon book club by the19 published on 20151217t10. The content of the page may change dramatically as the product release approaches and more information becomes available. The last jedi in 2017, the future only holds more for the franchise. This is a list of star wars comics, comic books set in the fictional star wars universe. There has been no piece of star wars new canon media that i have not enjoyed. Why star wars canon shouldnt include the expanded universe. Simple star wars book list timeline of star wars novels. The color photos were great, especially the ones that featured my sons beloved action figures.
This is a list of novels considered canon in the new continuity of star wars. Below are our picks of the best star wars booksfrom both the legends timeline and current canon. I wanted to keep track of my slow progress reading through all the star wars canon novels, but i couldnt find a good list. Star wars timeline gold star wars datapad swdatapad is the ultimate chronological timeline and release date lists for star wars media in the official canon. We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. A red saber, unsheathed in the an unexpected offer threatens the bond between quigon jinn and obiwan kenobi as the two jedi navigate a dangerous new planet and an uncertain future. The force awakens graphic novel adaptation, august 2017, 34 aby, alessandro ferrari. This will be the first canon book to introduce thrawn into the star wars universe. Zahn was the creator of the original character in the authors thrawn trilogy. For reference books, see list of star wars reference books. Jul 04, 2019 this is the full and complete list of all officially released star wars timeline of canon books novels, novelizations of the movies, comic books and all movies and tv shows. Theyre among the worst star wars books ive read including legends.
Considering the past few years, which had star wars. Community content is available under ccbysa unless otherwise noted. Since disney bought lucasfilm in 2012, there has been a substantial amount of new star wars material, including comic books, novels, tv series, and games. How darth vader danced at a party and became a savage. Many derivative star wars works have been produced in conjunction with. Young readers adaptation of the star wars prequel trilogy. Continuity canon, tiein media like books and comics that connect the time periods between g and t canon properties. It is not hosted, operated, or sponsored by lucasfilm ltd. Dec 31, 2016 so far there are 12 star wars adult novel canon books. This page contains information about a confirmed future group of books. Hopes were high for the sequel, but unfortunately it still.
The rise of skywalker, you have to admit that reys final scene is one of the coolest in saga history. Jedi council forums star wars books, comics, and expanded universe literature. Books thrawn new canon star wars book by timothy zahn spring 2017 discussion in literature started by diego lucas, jul 16, 2016. Jul 16, 2016 brace yourself thrawn fans, this will be a huge day for you. Star wars inspires a love that can border on obsession. Star wars canon novels a reading order justin beeson. This era contains stories taking place within 32 and 7 years before star wars episode iv. The projects were definitely for adults, so i ended up making everything, but i kind of expected that anyway. List of canon books that have been recorded or may soon be recorded. Star wars canon novels a reading order justin beeson medium. With movies out every year, is star wars heading down. When new books are released, well charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the preorder period. What casual fans may not know is that all of these productions and publications are now officially part of the new canon, meaning that they are included in the. This timeline is organized chronologically and in six different categories.
I know i am late to the party on this one, but is it me or is. Im a big fan of the star wars universe, but i havent been drawn in by many of. The first force unleashed was a fun but flawed game. Stream star wars new canon book club, a playlist by the19 from desktop or your mobile device. The star wars universe that introduced in the original trilogy was expanded into tv shows, comic books, video games, novels, and more. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Comics published prior to 2015 have been rebranded as noncanon with the designation legends. Mar 12, 2018 star wars isnt currently on the threefilmsayear schedule like marvel, but it could some day.
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