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Insight Editions Announces Upcoming ‘Star Wars’ Books Schedule

Insight Editions Announces Upcoming 'Star Wars' Books Schedule
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In honor of Star Wars Day, Insight Editions has announced its upcoming schedule of “Star Wars” -themed books to be released in 2024.

These can all be pre-ordered from your favorite book retailer, and if you order by May 6th at 11:59pm PT, you’ll get 40% off most of these and other books by Insight Editions (see links below).


Star Wars: Return of the Jedi: A Visual Archive

Just released is the “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi: A Visual Archive,” by Kelly Knox, Clayton Sandell, and S.T. Bende, a deluxe volume that presents incredible photography and concept art, complemented by anecdotes about the film’s production.

Drawing connections from the film to contemporary Star Wars storytelling, this book also offers a fresh perspective on its indelible influence.

Featuring a wealth of inserts such as booklets and foldout pages, this book is a fascinating tribute to the epic conclusion of the original trilogy.

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Star Wars: The High Republic: The Lightsaber Collection

Discover more than 50 lightsabers from the golden age of the Jedi with this essential guide to the elegant weapons from “Star Wars: The High Republic: The Lightsaber Collection,” by Daniel Wallace, Lukasz Liszko, and Ryan Valle

A follow-up to the bestselling “Star Wars: The Lightsaber Collection,” this exciting volume is an exploration of High Republic hilts, including designs that are illustrated in a photo-real manner for the first time.

It will be released September 3, 2024

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Star Wars Bestiary, Volume 1

Explore the creatures of “Star Wars” in the first of two books by S.T. Bende and Iris Compiet, this one featuring beautiful illustrations of the wondrous non-sentient species from a galaxy far, far away.

From Naboo to Hoth, Tatooine to Kashyyyk, and beyond, “Star Wars” is packed with otherworldly species and monstrous creatures. Dive into the lives, habitats, and behaviors of the non-sentient inhabitants from across the galaxy through original, detailed illustrations and insightful text, to include wampas, banthas, porgs, the fearsome Mythosaur, and so much more. This is a must-have comprehensive compendium for any Star Wars fan who wants a closer look at the fascinating lifeforms from the beloved franchise.

It will be released October 1, 2024, but the book’s cover hasn’t been revealed yet.


Star Wars Icons: Darth Vader

Unmask one of the most memorable villains of all time and discover the incredible story behind the creation and the legacy of the galaxy’s most complex character, in “Star Wars Icons: Darth Vader,” written by Anthony Breznican.

Featuring exclusive interviews from key cast and crew, as well as including candid on-set photography, stunning concept art, and collectible inserts, this comprehensive history regarding one of cinema’s most compelling villains is something fans will not want to miss.

It will be released November 5, 2024.

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