OUT NOW IN UK HARDBACK: 'THE HIGH REPUBLIC - CATACLYSM'

The High Republic multi-media success story continues soaring to new heights of adventure, acclaim and popularity, as another new hardback release from Century proves perfect Spring reading for fans...

Official release blurb:

After the thrilling events of The High Republic: Convergence, the Jedi race to confront the Path of the Open Hand and end the Forever War.

After five years of conflict, the planets Eiram and E'ronoh are on the cusp of real peace. But when news breaks of a disaster at the treaty signing on Jedha, violence reignites on the beleaguered worlds. Together, the royal heirs of both planets - Phan-tu Zenn and Xiri A'lbaraan - working alongside the Jedi, have uncovered evidence that the conflict is being orchestrated by outside forces, and all signs point to the mysterious Path of the Open Hand, whom the Jedi also suspect of causing the disaster on Jedha. 

With time- and answers - in short supply, the Jedi must divide their focus between helping quell the renewed violence on Eiram and E'ronoh and investigating the Path. Among them is Gella Nattai, who turns to the one person she believes can unravel the mystery but the last person she wants to trust: Axel Greylark. The chancellor's son, imprisoned for his crimes, has always sought to unburden himself of the weight of his family name. Will he reconcile with the Jedi and aid in their quest for justice and peace, or embrace the Path's promise of true freedom?

As all roads lead to Dalna, Gella and her allies prepare to take on a foe unlike any they've ever faced. And it will take all their trust in the Force, and in one another, to survive.

Get it here:

Star Wars: Cataclysm: Star Wars: The High Republic: Prequel Era, Book 2 (Audio Download): Lydia Kang, Mark Thompson, Penguin Audio: Amazon.co.uk: Audible Books & Originals

OUT NOW IN HARDBACK: 'THE HIGH REPUBLIC - THE BATTLE OF JEDHA'

First introduced in Rogue One - A Star Wars Story, the fabled planet of Jedha was shown to us onscreen as a wrecked, troubled world of diverse chaos and dissident action, whose holy temples were continually ransacked and its natural resources mined by the evil and tyrannical Empire for use against the galaxy. Now, with the latest adventure in the all-new world popular The High Republic multi-media event series, we go back in time to discover the once spiritually enlightened world as it was before the dark times were prevalent, when many of its people, and other pilgrims, worshipped the Jedi and their spirit of Force goodness working to benefit peoples across the galaxy, in an all-new adventure script from George Mann - The Battle of Jedha, available now in the UK from Century Publishing.

The official release info:

After the events of The High Republic: Convergence, the Jedi travel to Jedha in this full script for the Star Wars audio original The Battle of Jedha.

Jedha, The worn streets of this ancient world serve as a confluence for the galaxy. Visited by all, yet owned by none. Here, the Jedi are but one creed among many worshipping and studying the Force. From the Guardians of the Whills to the Path of the Open Hand, countless beings come to learn, and to share, in peace. 

As all of Jedha prepares for its Festival of Balance, the galaxy still reels from the violence on Eiram and E'ronoh. But after foiling a plot to escalate the war between the two planets, the Jedi believe that a lasting peace may be within reach. Master Creighton Sun and Jedi Knight Aida Forte arrive on Jedha with delegations from both planets to formally end the 'Forever War." The Jedi hope that the harmony of Jedha's many factions, along with the signing of a peace treaty, will create a symbol to the rest of the galaxy of what can be accomplished through unity. 

But not all are happy with the Jedi's involvement or ready to concern themselves with peace. Rumours begin to swirl that the Jedi bring war in their wake. The distrust and anger that for for so long fuelled he Forever War now threaten to corrupt the communities of Jedha. When violence breaks out on the sacred moon, the war that was meant to end on Jedha may soon engulf the entire world . 

Get it here: Star Wars: The Battle of Jedha: Amazon.co.uk: Mann, George: 9781529907803: Books

OUT THIS MONTH: 'THE ART OF STAR WARS: THE HIGH REPUBLIC (VOLUME ONE)'

Surely the most successful multi-media franchise tie-in since the beloved Shadows of the Empire in 1996, Star Wars - The High Republic has become a smash-hit with modern all-age fans of the pre-prequels-set saga, showcasing multi-layered adventures and relationships of a truly diverse group of powerful and dedicated Jedi Knights fighting for justice across the galaxy. To say that its devoted readership have taken this non-Lucas created saga into their hearts would be an understatement. And with such acclaim in books and comics, surely an animated series must be in the future offing from Disney?

Charting the evolutionary course of the well-planned storytelling concept, the clever mix of characters and the equally zestful universe of aliens, droids and worlds the Jedi encounter, highly-enthused journalist/ Lucasfilm multimedia custodian and official StarWars.com associate Kristin Baver takes fans on a dedicated exploration of the intense and rewarding creative and artistic behind the scenes work of bringing The High Republic to such expansive and popular life.

Once again another classy essential must-have coffee table book form ABRAMS, The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic is out this month.

Here's the official release blurb:

Featuring exclusive concept art, character and costume sketches, and vehicle and creature designs by the Lucasfilm art department, this official companion to Star Wars: The High Republic (Phase One) offers fans a definitive, behind-the-scenes look at an ambitious new era of Star Wars storytelling.

The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic takes fans behind the scenes of Phase I of Lucasfilm Publishing’s massive crossover story. Collecting the very best concept art of the new characters, worlds, ships, and creatures of The High Republic―designed jointly by the Lucasfilm Visualists and a team of legendary comic book and Star Wars artists, including Phil Noto, Iain McCaig, and Ryan Church, among many others―and presented alongside development materials and interviews with High Republic architects Claudia Gray (Star Wars The High Republic: Into the Dark), Justina Ireland (Star Wars The High Republic: A Test of Courage), Daniel José Older (Star Wars The High Republic: Race to Crashpoint Tower), Cavan Scott (Marvel Comics’s The High Republic), and Charles Soule (Star Wars The High Republic: Light of the Jedi), The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic is an essential guide to the creation, design, and realization of a new era of Star Wars storytelling.

The High Republic Phase I: Light of the Jedi finds the Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic at the height of their respective powers, but following the events of “The Great Disaster,” the Jedi, led by Jedi Knights Avar Kriss, Loden Greatstorm, Keeve Trennis, and Stellan Gios and joined by a diverse group of Padawans and Jedi Masters, are confronted by the looming threat of the Nihil―a marauding group of Outer Rim anarchists who stand opposed to all the Galactic Republic represents. 

In The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic, readers will discover the origins of the fan-favorite new characters taking on this threat, as well as exciting new Lightsaber and weapon designs, beautifully rendered environments, and detailed models of Starlight Beacon―the shining symbol of hope in the Republic.The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic is the only book to explore all facets of the design and artistic direction of a story that spans comic books, novels, and young adult books, taking Star Wars fans of all ages on a deep dive into the development of the New York Times bestselling series.

Get the book here: 

The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic: (Volume One) : Baver, Kristin, Kennedy, Kathleen: Amazon.co.uk: Books

OUT THIS MONTH: 'THE HIGH REPUBLIC - CONVERGENCE'

A continuing all-new novel franchise diversion that so far hasn't put a creative foot wrong for its dedicated audience base, The High Republic saga continues with ambition and zest in its latest fast-paced adventure, Convergence, from popular Brooklyn Brujas young adults series creator Zoraida Cordova, available in UK Del Rey Hardback from 22nd November, 2022.

Official release blurb:

It is an age of exploration. Jedi travel the galaxy, expanding their understanding of the Force and all the worlds and beings connected by it. Meanwhile, the Republic, led by its two chancellors, works to unite worlds in an ever-growing community among near and distant stars.

On the close orbiting planets of Eiram and E'ronoh, the growing pains of a galaxy with limited resources but unlimited ambition are felt keenly. Their hatred for each other has fueled half a decade of escalating conflict and now threatens to consume surrounding systems. The last hope for peace emerges when heirs from the two planets' royal families plan to marry.

Before lasting peace can be established, an assassination attempt targeting the couple tilts Eiram and E'ronoh back into all-out war. To save both worlds, Jedi Knight Gella Nattai volunteers to uncover the culprit, while Chancellor Kyong appoints her son, Axel Greylark, to represent the Republic's interests in the investigation.

But Axel's deep distrust of the Jedi sparks against Gella's faith in the Force. She's never met such a puffed-up, privileged party boy, and he's never met a more self-serious, relentless do-gooder. The more they work to untangle the shadowy web of the investigation, the more complicated the conspiracy appears to be. With accusations flying and potential enemies in every shadow, the pair will have to work together to have any hope of bringing the truth to light and saving both worlds.

Get it here:

Star Wars: Convergence (Star Wars: The High Republic, 5): Amazon.co.uk: Córdova, Zoraida: 9781529150117: Books

'STAR WARS - THE HIGH REPUBLIC: THE FALLEN STAR' - COMING SOON

Critically acclaimed author Claudia Gray returns to the Star Wars Expanded Universe, taking on fresh creative challenges within the popular all-new The High Republic series of bestseller adventures, as The Fallen Star comes to UK paperback from Century on 4th January, 2022.

Here's the official release blurb.

In this gripping sequel to Star Wars: The Rising Storm, the light of the Jedi faces its darkest hour.

Time and again, the vicious raiders known as the Nihil have sought to bring the golden age of the High Republic to a fiery end. Time and again, the High Republic has emerged battered and weary, but victorious thank to its Jedi protectors-and there is no monument to their cause grander than the Starlight Beacon.

Hanging like a jewel in the Outer Rim, the Beacon embodies the High Republic at the apex of its aspirations: a hub of culture and knowledge, a bright torch against the darkness of the unknown, and an extended hand of welcome to the furthest reaches of the galaxy. As survivors and refugees flee the Nihil's attacks, the Beacon and its crew stand ready to shelter and heal.

The grateful Knights and Padawans of the Jedi Order stationed there finally have a chance to recover-from the pain of their injuries and the grief of their losses. But the storm they thought had passed still rages; they are simply caught in its eye. Marchion Ro, the true mastermind of the Nihil, is preparing his most daring attack yet-one designed to snuff out the light of the Jedi.

Get it here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Star-Wars-Fallen-High-Republic/dp/1529150140/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3TV6T748C3CR8&keywords=the+fallen+star+star+wars&qid=1639660042&sprefix=the+fallen+star%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1

Also released that month (6th January, 2022) in the paperback edition of Cavan Scott's earlier book in the series: The Rising Storm.

More info here:

https://starwarsaficionado.blogspot.com/2021/06/out-this-month-high-republic-rising.html

Get it here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Star-Wars-Rising-Storm-Republic/dp/0593357310/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+rising+storm+star+wars+paperback&qid=1639660414&sr=8-1

OUT NOW IN UK PAPERBACK: 'STAR WARS - THE HIGH REPUBLIC: LIGHT OF THE JEDI'

If you haven't yet discovered the publishing acclaim and excitement linked to the all-new Star Wars - The High Republic novel series, then now's the time to catch-up, what with the UK Arrow paperback release of Book One: Light of the Jedi, by Charles Soule.

Here's the publishing details:

Long before the First Order, before the Empire, before even The Phantom Menace . . . Jedi lit the way for the galaxy in The High Republic.

It is a golden age for the galaxy.

Intrepid hyperspace scouts expand the reach of the Republic to the furthest stars, worlds flourish under the benevolent leadership of the Senate, and peace reigns, enforced by the wisdom and strength of the renowned order of Force users known as the Jedi. With the Jedi at the height of their power, the free citizens of the galaxy are confident in their ability to weather any storm But the even brightest light can cast a shadow, and some storms defy any preparation.

When a shocking catastrophe in hyperspace tears a ship to pieces, the flurry of shrapnel emerging from the disaster threatens an entire system. No sooner does the call for help go out than the Jedi race to the scene. The scope of the emergence, however, is enough to push even Jedi to their limit. As the sky breaks open and destruction rains down upon the peaceful alliance they helped to build, the Jedi must trust in the Force to see them through a day in which a single mistake could cost billions of lives.

Even as the Jedi battle valiantly against calamity, something truly deadly grows beyond the boundary of the Republic. The hyperspace disaster is far more sinister than the Jedi could ever suspect. A threat hides in the darkness, far from the light of the age, and harbours a secret that could strike fear into even a Jedi's heart.

Get it here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Light-Jedi-Star-Wars-Republic/dp/1529101468/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=star+wars+the+high+republic+light+of+the+jedi&qid=1625330609&sr=8-1

And don't forget, Book Two: The Rising Storm is also out now in hardback, from Century:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Star-Wars-Rising-Republic-Middle/dp/1529101891/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=star+wars+the+high+republic+light+of+the+jedi&qid=1625331029&sr=8-4

OUT THIS MONTH: 'THE HIGH REPUBLIC - THE RISING STORM'

The current Star Wars Story Group at Lucasfilm/ Disney have clearly been having lots of fun coming up with all-new drama, action and excitement for its new band of diverse Jedi heroes within a time frame long, long before the events of the Prequels, of which critical plaudits and strong book/multi-media tie-in sales have been swiftly resultant.

Book Two of The High Republic saga, The Rising Storm, by bestselling British talent Cavan Scott, debuts on UK Century hardback later this month (29th June, 2021).

Here's the official release details:

The heroes of the High Republic era return to face a shattered peace and a fearsome foe, following the dramatic events of Light of the Jedi.

In the wake of the Great Hyperspace Disaster and the heroism of the Jedi, the Republic continues to grow, bringing more worlds together under a single unified banner. Under the leadership of Chancellor Lina Soh, the spirit of unity extends throughout the galaxy, with the Jedi and the newly established Starlight Beacon station at the vanguard.

In celebration, the chancellor plans The Republic Fair, a showcase of the possibilities and the peace of the expanding Republic-a peace the Jedi hope to foster. Stellan Gios, Bell Zettifar, Elzar Mann, and others join the event as ambassadors of harmony. But as the eyes of the galaxy turn toward the Fair, so too does the fury of the Nihil. Their leader, Marchion Ro, is intent on destroying this unity. His storm descends on the pageantry and celebration, sowing chaos and exacting revenge.

As the Jedi struggle to curb the carnage of the rampaging Nihil, they come face-to-face with the true fear their enemy plans to unleash across the galaxy-the kind of fear from which even the Force cannot shield them.

Get it here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Star-Wars-Rising-Republic-Middle/dp/1529101891/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+high+republic+the+rising+storm&qid=1622395034&sr=8-1