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These Are the 'Star Wars' Books You've Been Looking For

If you're not living under a rock you know that the much-anticipated Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the third and final chapter in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, hits theaters today. While there is another trilogy and spinoff series for Obi Wan Kenobi and Cassian Andor in the works, you don't have to wait to further your adventures in the Star Wars universe. Below is just a small sampling of holdings in the library catalog, across genres and formats.

DVDs

Looking to catch up with the series or revisit one of the earlier movies? We have many of the feature movies on DVD as well as DVDs of the animated Star Wars Rebels series and episodes of LEGO Star Wars for even younger viewers.

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens, DVD
 

As Kylo Ren and the sinister First Order rise from the ashes of the Empire, Luke Skywalker is missing when the galaxy needs him most. It's up to Rey, a desert scavenger, and Finn, a defecting stormtrooper, to join forces with Han Solo and Chewbacca in a desperate search for the one hope of restoring peace to the galaxy.

 

 

 

Audiobooks

Traveling over the holidays? You won't jump to lightspeed but a Star Wars audiobook, many available through the Overdrive app, might make the time pass more quickly.

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Outcast by Aaron Alston
 

This is the first audiobook in a new series featuring the franchise's most popular characters. The immense popularity of the New York Times bestselling Legacy of the Force series has set the stage for Fate of the Jedi #1, the first installment in a bold, new Star Wars story arc.

 

 

 

Graphic novels

Graphic novels bring these stories to life in a unique way combining exciting imagery with text-driven storytelling. Perfect for reluctant readers, visual learners and for people wanting a break from a screen.

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Star Wars. The Original Trilogy : a graphic novel adapted by Allesandro Ferrari


Everyone's favorite tale of good versus evil takes on a whole new look in this graphic novel! Join Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Darth Vader, and the rest of the heroes and villains from a galaxy far, far away in this graphic novel collection that retells the original three films: A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi. You'll experience the saga in a way you never have before!

 

Children's

For padawans too young to experience the movies we have dozens of Star Wars titles for children including beginning readers and Little Golden Books.

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I Am a Jedi by Christopher Nicholas


In this Little Golden Book edition, meet Luke Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, and all the brave Jedi from the epic Star Wars space saga. Featuring stunning retro illustrations, this book is perfect for the youngest Star Wars fans.

 

 

Non-Fiction

For super fans, try a non-fiction offering to delve deeper into the making of the movies and their cultural impact.

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Star Wars : Absolutely Everything You Need to Know by Adam Bray


Crammed with weird and wonderful Star Wars trivia, strange-but-true facts and fascinating "Did you know?" Q&As via a highly engaging infographic design. Find out who cleans the floors of the Death Stars and what takes 1,000 years to digest its victims! From movie-making trivia to quirky facts you never knew, this guide will excite new and old fans alike.

 

 

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The World According to Star Wars by Cass R. Sunstein


In this fun, erudite, and often moving book, Cass R. Sunstein explores the lessons of Star Wars as they relate to childhood, fathers, the Dark Side, rebellion, and redemption. As it turns out, Star Wars also has a lot to teach us about constitutional law, economics, and political uprisings. 

 


 

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Star Wars : Women of the Galaxy by Amy Ratcliffe
 

The women of the Star Wars galaxy drive its stories and saga forward at every level. This beautifully illustrated, fully authorized book profiles 75 fascinating female characters from across films, fiction, comics, animation, and games. Featuring Leia Organa, Rey, Ahsoka Tano, Iden Versio, Jyn Erso, Rose Tico, Maz Kanata, and many more, each character is explored through key story beats, fresh insights, and behind-the-scenes details by author Amy Ratcliffe. 

 

Summaries provided via NYPL’s catalog, which draws from multiple sources. Click through to each book’s title for more.

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There are a whole lot more

There are a whole lot more books than these although they are not "canon". The old series take han, leia, and luke through the death of two of leia and han three children and the death of lukes wife to the marriage of the leias daughter. The republic Lives and the rebellion succeeds. It is a much happier series, and is much better than these movies.