This is the realtime chronological novel publishing timeline. Updated regularly, with new releases and upcoming titles highlightesd. In april 2014, lucasfilm rebranded the expanded universe material as star wars legends and declared it. This reading order contains all the necessary issues to enjoy the star wars comics by dark horse. The complete legends star wars book timeline youtini. In april 2014, lucasfilm rebranded the expanded universe material as star wars legends and declared it non. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Novels and novelizations are separated, as are junior novels and junior novelizations. A much lesser known period in the star wars timeline is the old republic. So, with that in mind, heres the new star wars canon as it stands now, including star wars battlefront ii and the upcoming book, star wars. Star wars legends is too massive to fit into a single 100 book list, therefore this is part 1 of a multiple part list that contains all novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the expanded universe legends continuity in order of the timeline.
This position was maintained for the duration of star wars spinoff materials, and was only contradicted by disney after their decision to decanonize the star wars expanded universe in aprilmay 2014, with the final official eu story published in late august 2014. The legends of luke skywalker is a canon junior original novel, set in the sequel era, written by ken liu. Heading back to the legends era, if you werent the biggest fan of han solos origin. Must read star wars legends books, and where to start. This article is about prose novels and anthologies and other books. Mar 28, 2019 it was renamed star wars legends, and considered sort of an alternate timeline to the main events of the star wars saga, similar to what happens in comic book series. Legends splinter of the minds eye by alan dean foster the first star wars novel gives us a hint of what might have been, had the movie not been a hit. Should you read star wars books in chronological order. Visit the site for a simple timeline of all fulllength star wars novels, with legends and new canon side by side. Euonly material can be found in the individual eras. There are plenty of fans for whom the movies arent nearly enough, and the people behind one of the alltime great science fantasy sagas have always been more than happy to oblige.
This timeline is organized chronologically and in six different categories. Star wars timeline from phantom menace to rise of skywalker. Jul 25, 2019 here are the best star wars books and book series ever written for the series, both new and old. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. This is a timeline for novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the expanded.
The exact chronology of the events described in this article is currently unknown. Featured prominently in timothy zahns heir to the empire novel and beyond, she had still not finished her final mission when the emperor was killed. For graphic novels and comics, see list of star wars comic books. The 10 best star wars legends books, ranked screenrant. Ive also found that there are just amazing stories being written about specific characters that tie into the main timeline. Star wars timeline the complete chronology from phantom menace to the rise of skywalker and how to watch them online right now. Sticking to the current storytelling universe cuts the number of star wars book options. The best legends star wars book timeline in the galaxy. The jedi path and book of sith deluxe box set star wars gifts, sith book, jedi code, star wars book set. Does a comprehensive recommended reading order exist for star wars legends. Star wars canon novels a reading order justin beeson medium. Using the films as the anchors and the battle of yavin as a date point bby means before the battle of yavin, aby means after the battle of. These novels were officially declared noncanon to the star wars franchise in april 2014. Star wars legends books chronological order part 1 100.
Colorfully illuminated with detailed illustrations and featuring a replica of amidalas treasured amulet, this keepsake jewelry box, hardcover book, and necklace is a fun gift for star wars fans of all ages. As we gear up for star wars celebration 2019, we thought it would be helpful to compile a list of canon audiobooks for fans of the franchise. The star wars expanded universe timeline home facebook. If you are at a used bookstore, its not quite as simple because if the book was printed before the disneystar wars purchase, there isnt a legends banner. So, what does the star wars canon timeline look like. The legends of luke skywalker book star wars timeline. This is a timeline for all star wars media considered canonical in the legends continuity, including films, novels both adult and young reader, ebooks, comics, short stories, television episodes, and video games. Lucasfilm later rebranded the expanded universe as star wars legends and declared it noncanonical to the franchise. This complete saga page follows the one canon approach, allowing eucompatible stories from the postdisney era of star wars literature. See where every star wars book falls in the timeline or use the list to pick your next book.
The star wars expanded universe timeline endeavors to present those tales stories which did and did not happen in the star wars universe and have designated the page, infinities, for. Today, we take a close look at the star wars legends expanded universe, examining which books a new reader should check out, and how to start reading star wars expanded universe content including. Star wars legends is too massive to fit into a single 100 book list. The force awakens ushered in an entirely new generation of fans looking for more adventures in the galaxy far, far away, but with the whole issue of legends canon vs. New star wars canon timeline in chronological order. Please help improve this list or discuss it on the talk page. Star wars legends series found in space opera for decades, the legends novels have expanded the universe of star wars in novels as varied and vibrant as the planets and star systems that compose this epic saga. Jan 25, 2019 ive also found that there are just amazing stories being written about specific characters that tie into the main timeline. A new hope, this collection features star wars stories by bestselling authors. This era took place long before the events that happen in episode i. As regards the ongoing controversy over the disney universe and the expanded universe, this page which is an extension of the star wars expanded universe timeline website regards the latter as canon and the former as infinities, though it accepts workable elements from the du into the eu. You might have different choices, and thats okay, too. The old star wars expanded novel universe that includes all star wars novels created after the legends rebranding of the old expanded universe by disney.
The official site for star wars, featuring the latest on star wars. For reference books, see list of star wars reference books. Timeline novel publishing timeline star wars books. The list includes only star wars novels, shortstories and comic books are not included here. It was renamed star wars legends, and considered sort of an alternate timeline to the main events of the star wars saga, similar to what happens in comic book series. Canon material should be treated as the true source timeline material. A definitive legends clone wars timeline was never established by lucasfilm. Is the novel darth plagueis by james luceno considered canon in the star wars universe no. Community content is available under ccbysa unless otherwise noted.
The best star wars novels from the new canon and legends. Each novel is attributed to its respective era, along with name, timeline, authors name and date of release. The clone wars project a definitive legends clone wars timeline was never established by lucasfilm. This timeline is organized by chronology, and separated by era, as defined by lucas licensing.
Therefore, story conflicts and contradictions are inevitable and so stories from this era on this timeline are placed in approximate order and should be considered as. Although an excellent book widely considered a fan favorite, darth plagueis now falls under the banner of legends tiein fiction from the vast star wars expanded universe conceived before disney bought lucasfilm and essentially hit the reset button on all those novels, comics and. Star wars books timeline of books, novels, comics and short stories. This is star wars book and it saddens me that some people who love my wesshar series probably wont read it because its a media tiein. See the complete star wars legends series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. 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. Oct 20, 2017 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 page 4 of 12 the ultimate star wars. Star wars legends books represent the original star wars expanded universe which is now known as star wars legends. Simple list of star wars books in order of when they take place, with sidebyside timelines for legends and the new canon. Favorite book, comic or game from legends jedi master wysk, apr 26, 2020 at 1. The old republic, rise of the empire, the rebellion, the new republic and the new jedi order. Complete with every legends star wars book ever written.
Star wars dark horse reading order comic book reading orders. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series. A mostly complete star wars canon timeline nerdist. Quite possibly the most popular star wars legends novel is shadows of the empire, which spawned a game of the same name in 1996. Just because its no longer canon doesnt mean it isnt awesome. Star wars canon audiobook timeline penguin random house. It was published on october 10, 2017, by disney lucasfilm press as part of journey to the last jedi. From the adventures of luke skywalker in december 1976 to the latest novel, this timeline tracks the month and year of every star wars novel excluding childrens and graphic novels published.
Here are the best star wars books and book series ever written for the series, both new and old. This timeline includes published and approved unpublished star wars stories. With a rich cast of characters that includes beloved favoritesluke skywalker, han solo, and princess leia organaalong with. The book takes place during the time period following star wars. Dec 10, 2019 below are our picks of the best star wars booksfrom both the legends timeline and current canon. Star wars legends books chronological order part 1 100 books. The clone wars decide your destiny, heir to the empire, and several more. Does a comprehensive recommended reading order exist for. If theres golden legends banner on the cover, its a legends book. 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. May 04, 2016 watch thirteen billion years of star wars history. Oct 10, 2019 ive put together a list of the best star wars booksand before anyone says anything, i realize that 20 books is a drop in the bucket.
The star wars legends book series by multiple authors includes books bounty hunters vs. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading i, jedi. The star wars franchise is kind of in uncharted territory following the release of the rise of skywalker, as theres no telling what corners of the saga are going to be explored next. Simple star wars book list timeline of star wars novels. Young readers books are almost always an adaptation of a previously released piece of content. This is a timeline for novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the. The force awakens ushered in an entirely new generation of fans looking for more adventures in the galaxy far, far away, but with the whole issue of. An absolute must have for any dedicated star wars fan, the galactic timeline tells the entire journey from the beginning of the universe through the prerepublic order right up until the legacy era with everything inbetween. Faq, special features and guide to posting in the cantina. The rise of skywalker and the mandalorian, as well as star wars series, video games, books, and more. 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 in the first canon star wars novel to take place before the events of star wars. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for. This star wars legends article contains information that is affected by the star wars. Ezra lebt gefahrlich, ezras duel with danger, chapter books03chapter books, 201505mai 2015.
The content of the page may change dramatically as the product release approaches and more information becomes available. A complete list of all fulllength star wars novels in chronological order. Star wars star wars legends kindle edition by stackpole, michael a download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. But many fans consider the novels to represent the true essence of star wars, and for that reason, the force will always be with them. Everything you need to know about the cantina is explained in this thread. This is a timeline for books considered canon in the new continuity. In 1991, del rey books launched a new novel from author timothy zahn.
This is a timeline for all star wars media considered canonical in the legends continuity, including films, novels both adult and young reader, ebooks, comics. This page contains information about a confirmed future group of books. Your favorite might not be on here, and thats okay. Ive included canon and legends on the list, but i have not. Twenty years have passed since darth bane, reigning dark lord of the sith, demolished the ancient order devoted to the dark side and reinvented it as a circle of two. More like the way people put together recommended reading orders for comic books, yunno. With a rich cast of characters that includes beloved favoritesluke skywalker, han solo, and princess leia organaalong with new villains and heroes, sith lords and jedi knights. Star wars legends is too massive to fit into a single 100 book list, therefore this is part 1 of a multiple part list that contains all novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the expanded universelegends continuity in order of the timeline. Return to a time of great upheaval in the galaxy, the final years of the republic, in this. Finally published in one complete authoritative edition and in limited numbers.
Aside from toys, clothes, and the obscenely large death star co. This doesnt include all the young adultyoung reader novels because this list is already long enough as it is. Below are our picks of the best star wars booksfrom both the legends timeline and current canon. The legends timeline collects only hardback novels falling in the star wars legends category, all works since before the april 25th announcement since the original trilogy and prequel trilogy novels are important to the events in this timeline, they are also included with this listing. They either included everything being published, or left off the. One of the most popular characters from the star wars legends catalog, mara jade was the emperors secret right hand, an ultra assassin that fulfilled secret missions not even known to darth vader. Im not asking about an inuniverse chronology or a release order or a recommendation on whats good. The clone wars battle tales is a canon trade paperback that collects the fivepart comicbook series star wars adventures. Such as young jedi knights or jedi apprentice, there are several series of books for younger readers. When in doubt, check out whether there are books written about a villain or hero, and see what you find. Star wars legends characters fans want to see return. Star wars legends books represent the original star. With the exception of the cgianimated the clone wars tv series, nonfilm material produced prior to april 2014 was collectively known as the star wars expanded universe eu. Dozens of science fiction authors created exciting narratives featuring all the sagas beloved characters, as well.
Apr 21, 2019 before lucas continued his epic saga with a trilogy of prequels, and before the latest trilogy was announced, the star wars legends existed as a means to expand on the star wars universe with novels, video games, and comic books. While the star wars canon timeline presents the stories in chronological order, that might not be the order that you should experience the story. Readers will thrill to this epic tale of adventure set in the faraway, longago galaxy of star wars. Where does star wars battlefront 2 fit in the timeline. I am not the owner of any of the content in this video other. Star wars legends stories cover a timeframe that stretches back to 25,000 years before the battle of yavin and up to 140 years after it, so to make it easier to place a storys chronological setting, lucasbooks introduced five eras of adventure in 2000.
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