This timeline is organized chronologically and in six different categories. However, it makes the cut because it currently is the only canon information we have right now between jedi and the force awakens. For example, droids are referred to as mechanicals, yoda was blue, and ben and owen were brothers. Darth vader and the emperor are dead, but the empire lives on, and the alliance must continue to struggle with dwindling supplies of cash and resources. Simple list of star wars books in order of when they take place, with sidebyside timelines for legends and the new canon. Which novelizations of the star wars movies are considered. Zahn is best known for his star wars novels heir to the empire, dark force rising, the last command, specter of the past, vision of the future, survivors quest, outbound flight, allegiance, choices of one, and. Grand admiral, a main bad guy of many of the nolongercanon legends books. A new star wars audioonly novel will explore count dooku and.
This is a list of novels considered canon in the new continuity of star wars. Not included are novelty books, collectors guides, lego. Universe and a new series of books that fall in the official canon. Which novelizations of the star wars movies are considered canon. Start a trial of audible and your first audiobook is on us. List of canon books that have been recorded or may soon be recorded. Ask any star wars reader what book to start with, and nine times out of. Expanded edition star wars audiobook written by rae carson. 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.
Jodi picoults a spark of light is read by awardwinning narrator bahni turpin free download. And when disney bought lucasfilm and announced that the old books would no longer be canon, one of the biggest outcries was over losing thrawn and another zahn creation, mara jade, from the universe. Star wars just nuked its entire expanded universe the. Timothy zahn is the author of more than forty novels, nearly ninety short stories and novellas, and four shortfiction collections. Free star wars audio books free star wars free star. Thrawns comic mini series is essentially an abridged retelling of timothy zahns bestselling novel about the titular star wars villain. 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. Karen millers writing is some of one of the most enjoyable i have actually ever had with the old star wars eulegends. It is often based on a recording of commercial printed material. 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. Timothy zahn says we shouldnt assume that all star wars expanded universe books are noncanon stubby the rocket fri jul 11, 2014 11.
This era contains stories taking place within 32 and 7 years before star wars episode iv. In other words, in what disney now calls legends, here are the best non canon stories we wish were still part of the continuity. A red saber, unsheathed in the an unexpected offer threatens the bond between quigon jinn and obiwan kenobi as the two jedi. Thenpresident of lucas licensing, howard roffman, estimated that there were more than 65 million star wars books in print. But fosters luke and leia adventure isnt actually the first star wars book. Delve into the history of the sinister count dooku in this audio original set in a galaxy far far away. Its not an incredible read like some of the others on this list, but its not terrible either. I am not the owner of any of the content in this video other. I follow star wars and have read most of the novels in the sw universe. Mar 22, 2020 star wars fans might feel like theyre lost in a void right now.
She is a longdead jedi knight who was trapped in the computers of. 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. The list is presented in inuniverse chronological order. Here is the new star wars canon timeline, which presents all of the disneyapproved star wars canon movies, tv shows, books, games in chronological order. Star wars fans might feel like theyre lost in a void right now. Overlapping timelines, canon shifts, film companion novels, and an endless cast of. It was a bitter pill to swallow for timothy zahn, who was best known for his trilogy of books after return. Princess leia, seeking new allies to bring into the alliance and a new planet as home for the influen.
This is no longer canon, for those concerned, but this story had much to do with influencing current canon. That is to say, i still recommend reading the novel or listening to the audiobook. Enjoy these six haunting star wars stories on halloween. With a new saga trilogy, new standalone anthology movies, tv shows, comics, books, and video games all coming out in a rapidly expanding new canon, has there ever been a better time to be a star wars fan.
The nightsisters of dathomir had a long run on the clone wars and rebels, and this is where that all started. Some of star wars bestproduced works are audiobooks cbr. Yoda is called to a planet of child warriors in the middle of a tribal conflict. Many derivative star wars works have been produced in conjunction with, between, and after. Since then many major stories, particularly novels, have been adapted for audio either as a dramatisation that continues in the same vein as daleys work on the original film trilogy for. Some cancelled the clone wars episodes were adapted into canon books and comics in the clone wars legacy multimedia project. The star wars novelizations of the original trilogy are considered canon where they align with the films which means they add no new canon material and actually contain content that is not canon. Disney has been engaged in a secret war against the star wars expanded universe in order to sell more books, comics and toys. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone.
For a certain generation, the answer may be yes star wars fans who grew up in the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s are probably familiar. The entire star wars community was up in arms when disney said the eu is no longer canon. They take place 40 aby after the battle of yavin, so 36 years after endor and the founding of the new republic and covers a tremendous story of interfam. In april 2014 lucasfilm and disney publishing stated that the existing. Reference books that add to canon continuity are listed here.
As of april 25, 2014, the only previously published materials that are considered canon are the six star wars films and the star wars. This star wars day, explore audibles list of best star wars audiobooks, and be. Novels and novelizations are separated, as are junior novels and junior novelizations. When i think about terrifying and star wars at the same time, i. Star wars audiobooks may the fourth be with you audible. One of the most beloved figures from the old star wars extended universe, most of thrawns adventures had been relegated to the legends imprint of stories no longer. The force awakens february 2016, by unknown author approx. Star wars canon audiobook timeline penguin random house. Continuity canon, tiein media like books and comics that connect the time periods between g and t canon properties. Star wars canon books in chronological order youtini. Additionally, it includes audio adaptations of films and original audio stories. Young readers books are almost always an adaptation of a previously released piece of content.
Well my favorite star wars books both print and audio are the legacy of the force series. Lucasfilm announced a new audioonly star wars novel today. Likewise, many of the books within the new canon add new layers of depth to beloved star wars characters and events. A complete list of all fulllength star wars novels in chronological order. Simple star wars book list timeline of star wars novels. Free star wars audio books audio books an audiobook is a recording that is primarily spoken word. Disney lucasfilm press september 4, 2015 tiaras rating. And if you dig into the animated series and novels in canon and legends, youll find some tales that will give you chills. As of 2004, over 1,100 star wars titles had been published, including novels, comics, nonfiction, and magazines. Heir to the jedi was good as well, but first person books arent always my fave. This is a timeline for books considered canon in the new continuity. For a long time now, ive only been listening to newer books or ones that i know arent part of a series ive. Can anyone recommend any good star wars books to start with or a timeline.
Star wars canon timeline aug 2019 kenobi series update. Dec 02, 2019 for a little while, that meant it was less intimidating to jump into the wider star wars universe but the number of works has grown once again. Timothy zahn says we shouldnt assume that all star wars. New star wars canon timeline in chronological order. Now, the aftermath trilogy is regarded as a middle of the road star wars book. Star wars has existed longer on the page than on the big screen. The phantom menace 1999, by terry brooks 32 bby a attack of the clones. Personally, my favorites have been aftermath, lost stars and the first half of lords of the sith. Here are the only star wars books that are considered canon. Jun 10, 2017 my top 10 star wars canon books these are excluding all legends eu books and im also not including the novelizations of the films. Not included are novelty books, collectors guides, lego titles, or similar releases. Thrawn has been a favourite star wars character of mine ever since i first read timothy zahns awesome trilogy back in the mid 90s.
Aug 09, 2015 well my favorite star wars books both print and audio are the legacy of the force series. Whether they are canon or just legends, here are 15 star wars stories you need to read. The audiobook is actually voiced by ashley eckstein, who voices the character in the series. Even if its no longer canon, or at least most of it no longer. Star wars canon novels a reading order justin beeson medium. Both books in the series follow fanfavorite xwing pilot wedge antilles and a slew of. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a. Nonfiction books are also listed and include art collections, making of books, etc. 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. Disneys secret war against star wars expanded universe. The clone wars television series and film, while the expanded universe is no longer considered canon and was re. My top 10 star wars canon books these are excluding all legends eu books and im also not including the novelizations of the films. Actually, every star wars films novelization remain canon where they align with what is seen on screen, as stated by del rey books source.
Where dookus history was covered in books such as darth plagueis and a. Thrawn book 1 of the canon thrawn trilogy by timothy zahn. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. And like all things star wars, the audiobook versions of these titles pull out all the stops. He said, the books are a way of extending the fantasy of star wars. For any art books related to marvel comics, check out the collections tpbhc page. This list of audiobooks includes all novels, junior novels, and graphic novels that have been recorded as an audiobook or audio drama, whether abridged or unabridged. After the force awakens, multiple films have been released, including spinoffs rogue one 2016 and solo. It was a bitter pill to swallow for timothy zahn, who was best known for. One of the most beloved figures from the old star wars extended universe, most of thrawns adventures had been relegated to the legends imprint of stories no longer considered canon. Oct 28, 2016 and if you dig into the animated series and novels in canon and legends, youll find some tales that will give you chills. In the meantime, wed like to drop some star wars knowledge and share the chronological listening order of the star wars canon audiobooks that we publish, presented in line with the original films which.
However, this series in general is beginning to become predictable. 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. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Even if its no longer canon, or at least most of it no longer is, its a wonderful read. Dec 25, 2015 the entire star wars community was up in arms when disney said the eu is no longer canon. Star wars inspires a love that can border on obsession. Recommending to read ahsoka novel even if its no longer canon. This latest book is just as well written and is one of the most enjoyable reads in the new star wars canon. The book was palatable because a it continues to develop the story line and b once again my favorite characters were brought to life by a great narrator.
If you read the original trilogy novelizations, they make some departures from on. She is a long dead jedi knight who was trapped in the computers of. Oct 25, 2016 actually, every star wars films novelization remain canon where they align with what is seen on screen, as stated by del rey books source. Audio adaptations of star wars stories have existed since brian daleys radio dramatisation of star wars was first broadcast on us national public radio in 1981. Lucasfilm has just issued a statement saying that the entire expanded universe is no longer official canon.