May 04, 2019 this is the entire history of the star wars canon as of may 4, 2019. An up to date list of the star wars novels in chronological order. The phantom menace lucasfilm has divided their titles into different eras with symbols designating such. This means that there are now two star wars timelines or chronologies. At present it primarily consists of visual material. 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. Ive also found that there are just amazing stories being written about specific characters that tie into the main timeline. Where does star wars battlefront 2 fit in the timeline. 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. Chuck paskovics a star wars expanded universe timeline and guide to hardback books and novels from the old republic era, rise of the empire era, rebellion era, new republic era, the new jedi order era and legacy era. 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. The complete star wars novelization canon timeline aipt. This timeline is organized chronologically and in six different categories. What are the star wars novels in chronological order. In cases where series were not published in their chronological order, we have noted that as well. Star wars timeline random house books star wars audio books canon. Complete with every legends star wars book ever written. This is a timeline for books considered canon in the new continuity.
Books fiction graphic novels novel timeline young adult novels short story timeline free official stories ingalaxy ingalaxy reference rpg sourcebooks nonfiction behind the scenes biographies collecting unofficial books other media star wars audiobooks star wars dvds. Books whose stories overlap within the same timeline are listed in recommended reading order based on my own judgement. Now we have at least a fighting chance of explaining the entire star wars timeline in a coherent order. Into the void by tim lebbon old republic era 5,000 4975 bby lost tribe of the sith. The following roleplaying game adventure supplements are the main source of new and exclusive star wars expanded universe stories, apart from the seventeen star wars adventure journals. It gathers all events into one chronological continuity. Novel publishing timeline this is the realtime chronological novel publishing timeline.
Dark horse comics owned the license to publish star wars comics from lucasfilm exclusively from 1991 to 2014. What are all the books in star wars of the yuuzhan vong. Lucasfilm reveals official timeline of the star wars saga. Aug 24, 2019 yesterday at the d23 conference, disney unveiled the new official timeline of star wars films and television. Del rey releases digitized timeline of star wars novels. Precipice by john jackson miller an ebook novella lost tribe of the sith. The clone wars battle tales is a canon trade paperback that collects the fivepart comic book series star wars adventures. The force awakens is set to unveil its new storyline to all fans worldwide as the first film in the star wars sequel trilogy.
This chronological list of all known star wars audio books includes all novels, junior novelizations and graphic novels that have been recorded either as an abridged or unabridged audio book, or an audio drama. May 04, 2016 the star wars timeline tracks the canonical stories and events of the star wars universe. We have listed all of these star wars series by their chronology. 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. The star wars movies were a total success and they still are in our days. This list does not include journals, graphic novels or comic books, which can be found in the list of star wars comic books. The star wars timeline tracks the canonical stories and events of the star wars universe. The star wars expanded universe timeline home facebook.
This star wars legends article contains information that is affected by the star wars. The clone wars chronological episode order lucasfilm presents the official sequential order for the beloved animated series, including all 121 shows and the original feature film. Not according to the timeline published in the front of star wars. The timeline operates on an interactive basis, as users are able to scroll across the timeline and discover where each novel is situated in the current canon timeline. During this incredible 4andahalfhour discussion, members from all the aforementioned programs came together to discuss their detailed since the original ultimate star wars was released back in, weve seen the release of four movies, with a fifth one imminent, multiple tv series, with more in the works and nearly. For these to fit into any kind of linear timeline it must be assumed that the protagonists emerged successful, though the details of their campaigns cannot be entirely ascertained, as they are part of the game mechanics, and not spelled out in detail to allow for the gamers to have their own unique adventures. Ive seen the movies, the 2008 clone wars series, read some wookieepedia articles, im subscribed to star wars channels and follow the st. Simple list of star wars books in order of when they take place, with sidebyside timelines for legends and the new canon. This content was uploaded by our users and we assume good faith they have the permission to share this book. This complete saga page follows the one canon approach, allowing eucompatible stories from the postdisney era of star wars literature. For example, droids are referred to as mechanicals, yoda was blue, and ben and owen were brothers. For those wishing for a journal of the making of star wars, j.
It was published on september 04, 2015, by del rey as part of the aftermath trilogy, journey to. This is a simple list of all of the fulllength star wars novels to date, in chronological order of when the stories take place. A star wars books reading order for fans of the classic series. This is a list of star wars comics, comic books set in the fictional star wars universe. It is not hosted, operated, or sponsored by lucasfilm ltd. This timeline includes published and approved unpublished star wars stories. The rise of skywalker novel, poe dameron, general leia organa, rey, and finn must struggle to rebuild the resistance after their defeat at the hands of the first order in star wars. Consequently this list does not include journals, graphic novels, or comic books.
Return to a time of great upheaval in the galaxy, the final years of the republic, in this. Timeline novel publishing timeline star wars books. Rinzlers authoritative book on the subject is your onestop source that will forever remain as the source of information on the film, and provided invaluable supplemental information for the second edition of the secret history of star wrs. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. Novels and novelizations are separated, as are junior novels and junior novelizations. Lucasfilms nowcorporate sibling marvel comics, which published star wars comics from 1977 to 1986, are once again publishing star wars titles that started in 2015. Tie fighter trouble is a young readers book in the star wars rebels series from disneylucasfilm press. 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. This is a timeline for novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the expanded. This timeline is organized by chronology, and separated by era, as defined by lucas licensing. This reading order contains all the necessary issues to enjoy the star wars comics by dark horse. This list does not include most young readers books or short novellas.
Online shopping for star wars from a great selection at books store. Download a free printable star wars novel timeline pdf file. It was published on september 04, 2015, by del rey as part of the aftermath trilogy, journey to the force awakens. Star wars books march 6, 2012 the downloadable pdf timeline of the bantam and del rey novels has been updated on suvudu. Ezra and zeb dodge imperial patrols while on a special mission from hera. The rise of skywalker and the mandalorian, as well as star wars series, video games, books, and more. Actually, the star wars movies are more known as the book series and this trilogy has millions of fans around the globe. A complete list of all fulllength star wars novels in chronological order. Ask any star wars reader what book to start with, and nine times out of 10. When in doubt, check out whether there are books written about a villain or hero, and see what you find. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created. The star wars series began in 1978 with splinter of the minds eye, to be followed by hundreds of novels by many different authors. A crash of fate must therefore also be set in 34 aby.
Every new star wars movie coming until 2021 and beyond. West end games the star wars expanded universe timeline. Star wars magazines star wars sheet music strategy guides star wars games. Delve into the history of the sinister count dooku in this audio original set. The timeline moves in chronological order from early events to later events.
Oct 15, 2012 at lastan analysis of the historical patterns that influenced the creation and storyline of the star wars saga star wars took place long ago in a galaxy far, far away, but its epic stories are based on our own history. Updated regularly, with new releases and upcoming titles highlightesd. The timeline now divides the entire star wars saga into three eras. Star wars books timeline of books, novels, comics and short stories. Timeline lists star wars novels only, not comic books or young adult novels. This is a list of star wars novels, novellas, and short stories.
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. Attack of the clones compiled by new republic era 5. Del rey has today released an online chronological timeline of all the canonized star wars novels. Gon 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. The new essential chronology to star wars paperback october 25, 2005. Pinpointing exact settings for this timeline is quite difficult, with many settings for the novels and comics spanning a number of years. It is not for comics or short stories in legends continuity. In 1991, del rey books launched a new novel from author timothy. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it. Five years ago star wars was purchased by disney and became incorporated within their juggernaut of a system.
The exact chronology of the events described in this article is currently unknown. George lucas it goes without saying that 18th december has been marked as a special date for most of us. Star wars novel timeline swbookzone shows star wars book. Star wars books the downloadable pdf timeline of the. Star wars adventures has joined the festivities with an exciting weekly series of comic books that explores all corners of the star wars universe, showing how choices both big and small ultimately shape the destinies of beloved characters, such as princess leia, rey, padme, ahsoka, and hera along with your soontobe favorites from the last. Release date, title, authors, publisher, notes, fictional timeline, maturity rating. Euonly material can be found in the individual eras. From 1987 to 1998, the pennsylvania based company west end games released official star wars roleplaying game sourcebooks, adventure supplements, guides, and the star wars adventure journal, all of which contained new stories set in the star wars universe, some as prose, but most as adventure scenarios for use in the game. The phantom menace, in the era of the glorious high republic, the noble and wise jedi knights must face a frightening threat to themselves, the galaxy.
The movies were extraordinary and the sceneries were really detailed and it was like you were actually reading the books. This is a list of original novels, novel adaptations, original junior novels, junior novel adaptations, young readers, and short stories in the star wars franchise. Star wars canon timeline aug 2019 kenobi series update. 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. The hugely complicated star wars timeline from all the canon movies, tv shows, comics, and novels explained. Star wars timeline the complete chronology from phantom. Star wars novel timeline from old republic era to legacy of. A frequently updated list of every star wars books in the official canon. This is the realtime chronological novel publishing timeline. The phantom menace 29 bby r ueplanet 27 outbound flight 22. Shortly after that the old universe of novels and comics known as the expanded universe, or eu was wiped away for a new canon, where this time everything will be equal and all the stories will matter. The new legends clone wars timeline was never established by lucasfilm. A crash of fate takes place months after the hosnian cataclysm, which is dated to 34 aby by star wars.
Yesterday at the d23 conference, disney unveiled the new official timeline of star wars films and television. This is a timeline for novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the expanded universelegends continuity. Canon material should be treated as the true source timeline material. The complete legends star wars book timeline youtini. Star wars battlefront 2 is going to be part of this brand new canon, which actually allows all the star wars content to flow in one single timeline. Star wars legends books chronological order part 1 100 books. The official site for star wars, featuring the latest on star wars. Wookiee cookies and other galactic recipes sep 1, 1998. This is a list of all known star wars audiobooks in chronological order.
The high republic publishing campaign in 2020 new stories will explore the star wars galaxy set 200 years before the events of the phantom menace later this year, lucasfilm will launch an epic new era of star wars storytelling that will be explored through multiple voices in adult and young adult novels, childrens books, and. Swbookzones star wars novel timeline provides an up to date list of the novels in chronological order. This site is like a library, you could find million book here by using search box in the header. According to that timeline dark disciple should be at the top, though most of these books including lost stars arent listed on that timeline, so its clearly incomplete. Since then, new star wars stories have entered the fray, including novels, comics and another animated series called star wars. The films, tv shows, books, comics, video games, and short stories are all summarized into the most important moments in. Aug 29, 2019 with this new star wars canon timeline, you can now stay current on everything star wars, and how these materials are connected with both the old and new films. Galaxys edge, which is also placed in 34 aby by a timeline shown at d23 2019. The best legends star wars book timeline in the galaxy.