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These are all tentative release dates for new Star Wars books. Most pictures are from the Official Site or Amazon.com unless noted.

This list was compiled with help from Starwars.Com, Amazon.Com, Amazon.Com UK, Previews Magazine, Barnes and Noble, Del Rey, Random House, and Wookieepedia. (See Links for the URL's of some of these sites.)

2009

Coruscant Nights III: Patterns of Force
by Michael Reaves, January 27

Conclusion of the trilogy:

After the Empire's bloody purge of the Jedi, one lone Knight still fights for those who cannot, unaware that he's about to be swept into a cataclysmic battle against the Master of Darkness himself.

Throughout the galaxy, a captured Jedi is a dead Jedi, even in Coruscant's most foul subterranean slums, where Jedi Knight Jax Pavan champions the causes of the oppressed with the help of hard-nosed reporter Den Dhur and the wisecracking droid I-5YQ. But Jax is also involved in another struggle -- to unlock the secrets of his father's death and his own past.

While Jax believes that I-5YQ holds some of those answers, he never imagines that the truth could be shocking enough to catapult him to the frontlines of a plot to kill Emperor Palpatine. Worse yet, Darth Vader's relentless search for Jax is about to end... in triumph.

The future looming over the valiant Jedi and his staunch pals promises to be dark and brief, because there's no secret whatsoever about the harshest truth of all: Few indeed are those who tangle with Darth Vader... and live to tell the tale.

2009

Fate of the Jedi #1: Outcast
by Aaron Allston, March 24

First book of the new nine-novel hardcover series:

After violent civil war, and the devastation wrought by the now-fallen Darth Caedus, the Galactic Alliance is in crisis -- and in need. From all corners, politicians, power brokers, and military leaders converge on Coruscant for a crucial summit to restore order, negotiate differences, and determine the future of their unified worlds. But even more critical, and far more uncertain, is the future of the Jedi.

In a shocking move, Chief of State Natasi Daala orders the arrest of Luke Skywalker for failing to prevent Jacen Solo's turn to the dark side and subsequent reign of terror as a Sith Lord. But it's only the first blow in an anti-Jedi backlash fueled by a hostile government and suspicious public. When Jedi Knight Valin Horn, scion of a politically influential family, suffers a mysterious psychotic break and becomes a dangerous fugitive, the Jedi become the target of a media-driven witch-hunt. Facing conviction on the damning charges, Luke has only one choice. He must strike a bargain with the calculating Daala: his freedom in exchange for his exile -- from Coruscant and from the Jedi Order.

Now, though forbidden to intervene in Jedi affairs, Luke is determined to keep grim history from being repeated. With his son, Ben, at his side, Luke sets out to unravel the shocking truth behind Jacen Solo's corruption and downfall. But the secrets he uncovers among the enigmatic Force mystics of the distant world Dorin may bring his quest -- and life as he knows it -- to a sudden end. And all the while, another Jedi Knight, consumed by the same madness as Valin Horn, is headed for Coruscant on a fearsome mission that could doom the Jedi Order . . . and devastate the entire galaxy.

2009

Rebel Force #3: Renegade
by Alex Wheeler, May 1

Deadly assassin X-7 has infiltrated the Rebel Alliance. Trained by ruthless Commander Rezi Soresh, X-7 is the best there is: he feels nothing, but sees everything. And now, he�s gunning for the ultimate prize: Luke Skywalker, the pilot that destroyed the Death Star. The seemingly clueless kid from Tatooine proves more resourceful and difficult to eliminate than X-7 could ever have imagined�or would be, if the assassin had any imagination. Surrounded by friends and allies, and with a connection to the Force that grows stronger every day, Luke seems all but impervious to the usual tactics. But X-7 isn�t done with him yet.

Indiana Jones and the Pyramid of the Sorcerer
by Ryder Windham, May 1

Early August, 1941. Indiana Jones' luck has finally run out. He's stuck in jail in Puerto Bolivar, Ecuador, with one failed escape already under his belt, when Colonel Musgrove of the US Army comes knocking with an official release -- with strings attached.

Musgrove wants Indy to track down the fabled Hall of Records. But Indy soon discovers he's not the only one on the trail. He'll will have to outsmart and outmaneuver his enemies -- but first, he'll have to figure out exactly who his enemies are . . .

Indiana Jones and the Mystery of Mount Sinai
by J.W. Rinzler, May 1

After finding a long-lost inscription in a Mayan pyramid, Indiana Jones is hot on the trail of the world's most dangerous weapon � something so important it could decide the fate of World War II. Not surprisingly, a horde of Nazis are after the very same thing!

The chase will take Indy from the Yucat�n jungles to Rome, Italy; all the way to Egypt, where the heart of the mystery lies. But to discover the fantastic secret, Indy will have to survive battles with one of the most lethal enemies he's ever met!

The Clone Wars: No Prisoners
by Karen Traviss, May 19

Third in the series of original novels accompanying the TV series:

A training session turns into a full-scale hostile action when Anakin asks Rex to get Ahsoka out of his hair for a while. Rex, Ahsoka, and a squad of young clone troopers new to Torrent Company join Captain Gilead Pellaeon's assault ship Leveler, fresh out of refit, for a 72-hour acquaint. But an emergency tests their training as Leveler responds to a call for support from Master Djinn Altis -- leader of a dissident Jedi sect. The Leveler crew must rescue a captured Republic agent, whose undercover mission has been compromised. And for the first time, Ahsoka learns that war against the Separatists isn't just clone troopers against battle droids, and that sometimes the enemies are real living beings.

Republic Commando: Order 66
by Karen Traviss, May 19

Paperback reprint.

Lost Tribe of the Sith: Precipice
by John Jackson Miller, May 28

First in a free eBook tie-in series for Legacy of the Force

For the ruthless Sith Order, failure is not an option. It is an offense punishable by death -- and a fate to which Commander Yaru Korsin will not succumb. But on a crucial run to deliver troops and precious crystals to a combat hotspot in the Sith's war against the Republic, Korsin and the crew of the mining ship Omen are ambushed by a Jedi starfighter. And when the Sith craft crash-lands, torn and crippled, on a desolate alien planet, the hard-bitten captain finds himself at odds with desperate survivors on the brink of mutiny -- and his own vengeful half brother, who's bent on seizing command.

No matter the cost, Korsin vows that it will not be his blood and bones left behind on this unknown world. For the way of the Sith leaves little room for compromise -- and none for mercy.

2009

Fate of the Jedi #2: Omen
by Christie Golden, June 23

Second in the Fate of the Jedi series:

The Jedi Order is in crisis. The late Jacen Solo's shocking transformation into murderous Sith Lord Darth Caedus has cast a damning pall over those who wield the Force for good. Two Jedi Knights have succumbed to an inexplicable and dangerous psychosis. Criminal charges have driven Luke Skywalker into self-imposed exile. And power-hungry Chief of State Natasi Daala is exploiting anti-Jedi sentiment to undermine the Order's influence within the Galactic Alliance.

Forbidden to intervene in Jedi affairs, Luke is on a desperate mission to uncover the truth behind Jacen's fall to the dark side -- and to learn what's turning peaceful Jedi into raving lunatics. But finding answers will mean venturing into the mind-bending space of the Kathol Rift, and bargaining with an alien species as likely to destroy outsiders as deal with them. Still, there is no other choice and no time to lose, as the catastrophic events on Coruscant continue to escalate. Stricken by the same violent dementia that infected her brother, Valin, Jedi Knight Jysella Horn faces an equally grim fate after her capture by Daala's police. And when Han and Leia Solo narrowly foil another deranged Jedi bent on deadly destruction, even acting Grand Master Kenth Hamner appears willing to bow to Daala's iron will -- at the expense of the Jedi Order.

But an even greater threat is looming. Millennia in the past, a Sith starship crashed on an unknown, low-tech planet, leaving the survivors stranded. Over the generations, their numbers have grown anew, the ways of the dark side have been nurtured, and the time is fast approaching when this lost tribe of Sith will once more take to the stars to reclaim their legendary destiny as rulers of the galaxy. Only one thing stands in their way to dominance, a name whispered to them through the Force: Skywalker.

2009

Lost Tribe of the Sith: Skyborn
by John Jackson Miller, July 21

Second in a free eBook tie-in series for Legacy of the Force

A Jedi ambush leaves the Sith ship Omen marooned on a remote alien world, its survivors at the mercy of their desolate surroundings and facing almost certain death. But Sith will no more bow before the whims of fate than they will yield to the weapons of their enemies. And Omen's cunning commander Yaru Korsin will let nothing keep him and his crew from returning to the stars and rejoining the Sith order's conquest of the galaxy. Murdering his own brother has proven Korsin's ruthless resolve -- but now an entire race stands in his way.

The primitive, superstitious Keshiri worship unseen gods called the Skyborn, shun science, and punish unbelievers with death. Branded a heretic the widowed young geologist Adari Vaal is running for her life. Among the mysterious Sith castaways she finds powerful sanctuary - and her saviors find the means of survival. With Adari as their willing pawn, the Skyborn as their Trojan horse, and the awesome power of the dark side of the Force at their command, the lost tribe of the Omen set out to subjugate a planet and its people - and lay the foundation for a merciless new Sith nation.

Decide Your Destiny: The Lost Legion
by Tracey West, July 23

Do you have what it takes to be a clone trooper in the Republic Army? In this Decide Your Destiny story you can choose from multiple characters, such as medic, commander or demolitions expert, and dozens of paths to create your own adventure. With over twenty-five different endings, every time you read the book it�ll be a whole new adventure.

2009

Star Wars: The Essential Atlas
by Daniel Wallace and Jason Fry, August 18

Navigate the Star Wars universe as you never have before�with this fully illustrated, full-color guide that maps the entire galaxy.

You know the planets�from Alderaan and Corellia to Tatooine and Zonama Sekot�and the star systems, from the Deep Core to the Outer Rim. But now, for the first time, you can pinpoint their locations and chart the travels of your favorite characters through the vast reaches of space. Star Wars: The Essential Atlas is a galaxy-spanning trove of vital statistics and information ranging from the astronomical and geographical (�Systems, Sectors, Oversectors, and Regions�) to the historical and political (�The Sith Empire� and �The Great Hyperspace War�). Encompassing the entire Star Wars canon, including all the films, and the Clone Wars television series, plus the novels, comic books, video games, and more, this volume is packed with dozens of detailed maps and charts, as well as pertinent data and accompanying facts on

� the Empire: its length and breadth, political regions, populations, trade routes, major attractions, and trouble spots

� the Clone Wars: the trajectory of this decisive conflict across the universe, data on key battles and major Loyalist and Separatist worlds

� the adventures of Han Solo: the heroic rogue�s exploits throughout the galaxy�including his captaincy of the Millennium Falcon and his first, fateful meeting with Chewbacca�before his life-changing alliance with Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi

� the Sith Wars: the progression of the universal clash between the ancient Jedi Order, their dark side counterparts, and the Mandalorian warriors who fought against both orders

� and much, much more

From Hutt Space to the Unknown Regions, from the Knights of the Old Republic and Episode I to the Fate of the Jedi and Legacy era, Star Wars: The Essential Atlas is the ultimate gateway to space fantasy�s most brilliantly imagined and endlessly intriguing galaxy.....

Fate of the Jedi #3: Abyss
by Troy Denning, August 18

The third installment in the post Legacy of the Force series. Following a trail of clues across the galaxy, Luke Skywalker continues his quest to find the reasons behind Jacen Solo�s dark downfall and to win redemption for the Jedi Order. Sojourning among the mysterious Aing-Tii monks has left Luke and his son Ben with no real answers, only the suspicion that the revelations they seek lie in the forbidden reaches of the distant Maw Cluster. There, hidden from the galaxy in a labyrinth of black holes, dwell the Mind Walkers: those whose power to transcend their bodies and be one with the Force is as seductive and intoxicating as it is potentially fatal. But it may be Luke�s only path to the truth.

Meanwhile, on Coruscant, the war of wills between Galactic Alliance Chief of State Natasi Daala and the Jedi Order is escalating. Outraged over the carbonite freezing of young Jedi Knights Valin and Jysella Horn after their inexplicable mental breakdowns, the Jedi are determined to defy Daala�s martial tactics, override Council Master Kenth Hamner�s wavering leadership, and deal on their own terms with the epidemic of madness preying on their ranks. As Han and Leia Solo, along with their daughter Jaina, join the fight to protect more stricken Knights from arrest, Jedi healers race to find a cure for the rapidly spreading affliction. But none of them realize the blaster barrel is already swinging in their direction�and Chief Daala is about to pull the trigger.

Nor do Luke and Ben, deep in the Maw Cluster and pushing their Force abilities beyond known limits, realize how close they are�to the Sith strike squad bent on exterminating the Skywalkers, to a nexus of dark-side energy unprecedented in its power and its hunger, and to an explosive confrontation between opposing wielders of the Force from which only one Master�good or evil�can emerge alive.

The Force Unleashed
by Sean Williams, August 25

Paperback reprint.

2009

A New Hope: The Life of Luke Skywalker
by Ryder Windham, September 1

A young readers novel about the hero of the original trilogy, by the author of The Rise and Fall of Darth Vader and The Life and Legend of Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Rebel Force #4: Firefight
by Alex Wheeler, September 1

Deadly assassin X-7 has never failed to complete a mission--until now.

Unmasked and unarmed, he narrowly escapes from the Rebels with his life and little else. His cover may be blown, but he's not returning to Commander Rezi Soresh until his target has been eliminated. This time, he has a new plan. He'll gather six of the best pilots in the galaxy-all of them roguish mercenaries who care nothing about money-and turn them loose on Red Squadron.

He counts on his pilot's mercenary instincts to keep them in line. But one of them has a secret that could cost X-7 his victory.

Secret Missions #1: Breakout Squad
by Ryder Windham, September 3

A new young adult tie-in series to The Clone Wars

Immediately following the destruction of the Separatist battleship Malevolence, a small team of clones and their Jedi General are sent deep into the dangerous Wild Space to uncover the secret of the mysterious ship�s origin.

Indiana Jones and the Army of the Dead
by Steve Perry, September 29

There�s no rest for the weary treasure hunter, but that�s how Indiana Jones likes it. Fresh from spying for the Allies in the thick of World War II Germany, the globe-trotting archaeologist doesn�t need much persuading to join his cohort �Mac� McHale in searching for one of the most coveted of artifacts: the fabled black pearl known as the Heart of Darkness. But the partners in adventure are not alone on their foray into the mysterious jungles of Haiti. German and Japanese agents are in hot pursuit, determined to possess the ebony artifact�and its secrets�for their own sinister purposes. And shadowing them all is an infamous voodoo priest, with powers of both diabolical science and black magic at his command.

On a treacherous odyssey across the Island of the Dead, where the legend of the zombi looms large, spiders, snakes, and booby traps will prove the least of Indy�s challenges. And capturing the prize will be child�s play compared to confronting an enemy unlike any other, whose numbers are legion and nearly impossible to kill�because they�re already dead. . . .

2009

The Clone Wars: Visual Guide Ultimate Battles
by Jason Fry, October 1

See the brave Jedi and fearless clone troopers fight the evil Sith and their Separatist army! DK Books showcases all the action and adventure as the forces of the Republic battle the Separatist threat in an all new book that serves as a sequel to Star Wars: The Clone Wars Visual Guide.

See all the exciting edge-of-your-seat action in Star Wars: The Clone Wars Visual Guide: Ultimate Battles, packed with images from Seasons One and Two of The Clone Wars. Written by Star Wars expert Jason Fry, this hardcover book is a fantastic visual resource for Clone Wars fans of all ages.

The Art of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars"
by Frank Parisi and Gary Scheppke, October 1

"Star Wars: The Clone War", the blockbuster 3D animated movie and TV series, covers events between the live-action movies "Attack of the Clones" and "Revenge of the Sith" and features characters and events previously unseen anywhere else in the "Star Wars" saga, alongside Anakin, Obi-Wan, Yoda and Mace Windu. This full-color book is bursting with final images and development artwork for characters, creatures, planets and vehicles, covering every aspect of the creation of the hit movie and TV series, accompanied by comment from the creative team. With a Foreword by George Lucas and packed with previously unseen artwork, this book is a must for fans of "Star Wars", cutting-edge animation and beautiful artwork.

LEGO Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary
by DK Publishing, October 5

In true DK style, LEGO� Star Wars �: The Visual Dictionary elucidates, illuminates, and excites even the most discerning LEGO Group, Star Wars�, and minifigure fans around the world.

Darth Vader, Boba Fett, Yoda, Luke Skywalker, and more are brought to life with dozens of little-known facts and hundreds of photos, as are accessories, vehicles, weapons, and even the Death Star! Learn about the history, manufacture, and construction of the minifigures of the Star Wars galaxy, and come away a LEGO� Jedi Master.

Death Troopers
by Joe Schreiber, October 13

From the first appearance of Darth Vader in the groundbreaking movie Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, Star Wars fans have known what terror feels like -- and they loved it. But never before has Star Wars publishing ventured into the unknown territory of true horror . . . until now.

Then the Imperial prison barge Purge breaks down in a distant, uninhabited part of space, its only hope seems to lie with a Star Destroyer found drifting, derelict and seemingly abandoned. But when a boarding party is sent to scavenge for parts, only half of them come back -- bringing with them a horrific disease so lethal that within hours, nearly all aboard the Purge will die. And death is only the beginning.

For aboard the Star Destroyer, amid its vast creaking emptiness that isn't really empty at all. For the dead are rising, soulless, unstoppable, and unspeakably hungry.

Imperial Commando: 501st
by Karen Traviss, October 27

First in the Imperial Commando series, a follow-up to the Clone War era Republic Commando series.

The Clone Wars are over, but for those with reason to run from the new galactic Empire, the battle to survive has only just begun....

The Jedi have been decimated in the Great Purge, and the Republic has fallen. Now the former Republic Commandos -- the galaxy's finest special forces troops, cloned from Jango Fett -- find themselves on opposing sides and in very different armor. Some have deserted and fled to Mandalore with the mercenaries, renegade clone troopers, and rogue Jedi who make up Kal Skirata's ragtag resistance to Imperial occupation. Others -- including men from Delta and Omega squads -- now serve as Imperial Commandos, a black ops unit within Vader's own 501st Legion, tasked to hunt down fugitive Jedi and clone deserters.

For Darman, grieving for his Jedi wife and separated from his son, it's an agonizing test of loyalty. But he's not the only one who'll be forced to test the ties of brotherhood. On Mandalore, clone deserters and the planet's own natives, who have no love for the Jedi, will have their most cherished beliefs challenged. In the savage new galactic order, old feuds may have to be set aside to unite against a far bigger threat, and nobody can take old loyalties for granted.

Star Wars: The Complete Vader
by Pete Vilmur and Ryder Windham, October 27

Fully licensed with Lucasfilm, VADER will be the definitive book on the history, myth, and cultural impact of Darth Vader. From his early development by George Lucas in the original classic films, to the new legends created in comics and novels, to his appearances on everything from commercials to bedspreads, VADER will present a complete view of the character. This book will contain unique pieces both printed flat and removable, including never-before-seen concept sketches, rare promotional materials, early comic books, video games, action figures, merchandise, movie posters, and more.

The Clone Wars: The Official Episode Guide: Season 1
by Jason Fry, October 29

Packed with details and exclusive behind-the-scenes information about the first season of The Clone Wars, this book is a must have for fans of all ages. It contains 192 pages of full-color illustrations, a perforated season one poster, and exclusive behind-the-scenes commentary by Dave Filoni (Supervising Director) and Henry Gilroy (Head Writer).

2009

Millennium Falcon
by James Luceno, November 24

Paperback reprint.

2009

Darth Bane: Dynasty of Evil
by Drew Karpyshyn, December 8

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: one Master to wield the power and pass on the wisdom, and one apprentice to learn, challenge, and ultimately usurp the Dark Lord in a duel to the death. But Bane�s acolyte, Zannah, has yet to engage her Master in mortal combat and prove herself a worthy successor. Determined that the Sith dream of galactic domination will not die with him, Bane vows to learn the secret of a forgotten Dark Lord that will assure the Sith�s immortality�and his own.

A perfect opportunity arises when a Jedi emissary is assassinated on the troubled mining planet Doan, giving Bane an excuse to dispatch his apprentice on a fact-finding mission�while he himself sets out in secret to capture the ancient holocron of Darth Andeddu and its precious knowledge. But Zannah is no fool. She knows that her ruthless Master has begun to doubt her, and she senses that he is hiding something crucial to her future. If she is going to claim the power she craves, she must take action now.

While Bane storms the remote stronghold of a fanatical Sith cult, Zannah prepares for her Master�s downfall by choosing an apprentice of her own: a rogue Jedi cunning and cold-blooded enough to embrace the Sith way and to stand beside her when she at last wrests from Bane the mantle of Dark Lord of the Sith.

But Zannah is not the only one with the desire and power to destroy Darth Bane. Princess Serra of the Doan royal family is haunted by memories of the monstrous Sith soldier who murdered her father and tortured her when she was a child. Bent on retribution, she hires a merciless assassin to find her tormentor�and bring him back alive to taste her wrath.

Only a Sith who has taken down her own Master can become Dark Lord of the Sith. So when Bane suddenly vanishes, Zannah must find him�possibly even rescue him�before she can kill him. And so she pursues her quarry from the grim depths of a ravaged world on the brink of catastrophe to the barren reaches of a desert outpost, where the future of the dark side�s most powerful disciples will be decided, once and for all, by the final, fatal stroke of a lightsaber.

2010

Rebel Force #5: Trapped
by Alex Wheeler, January 1

When valuable prisoner Lune Divinian disappears from his cell on Yavin 4, Luke is determined to find him. As the only link to X-7, the assassin sent to kill Luke, Div is the only hope to staying a step ahead of the Empire.

Across the galaxy, X-7 has escaped from Imperial custody. Caught between the past and the present, X-7 must fight the only battle for which he's not prepared: the battle with his identity. But his desperate confusion makes him more dangerous than ever.

A chance encounter and a figure from the past bring X-7, Luke, and Div together for a final showdown that will reveal everything�or destroy them all!

Crosscurrent
by Paul Kemp, January 26

An ancient Sith ship hurtles into the future carrying a lethal cargo that could forever destroy Luke Skywalker's hopes for peace.

The Civil War is almost over when Jedi Knight Jaden Korr experiences a Force vision so intense he must act. Enlisting two salvage jocks and their ship, Jaden sets out into space. Someone -- or something -- appears to be in distress.

But what Jaden and his crew find confounds them. A five-thousand-year-old dreadnaught -- bringing with it a full force of Sith and one lone Jedi -- has inadvertently catapulted eons from the past into the present. The ship's weapons may not be cutting-edge, but its cargo, a special ore that makes those who use the dark side nearly invincible, is unsurpassed. The ancient Jedi on board is determined to destroy the Sith. But for Jaden, even more is at stake: for his vision has led him to uncover a potentially indestructible threat to everything the Jedi Order stands for.

2010

Lost Tribe of the Sith #3
by John Jackson Miller, February 9

The Fate of the Jedi e-book tie-in series continues.

Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor
by Matt Stover, February 23

Paperback reprint.

2010

Fate of the Jedi #4: Backlash
by Aaron Allston, March 9

The series continues.

The Making of Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back: The Definitive Story Behind the Film
by J.W. Rinzler, March 23

A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Star Wars sequel.

Star Wars Blueprints: Rebel Edition
by DK Publishing, March 29

A unique and incredibly in-depth look at the locations, starships, weapons, and inner workings of the Rebel Alliance, Star Wars Blueprints: Rebel Edition features five double-sided posters showing Rebel fortresses, hideouts, weapons, droids, and is packed with floor plans, technical drawings, diagrams and more.

The Clone Wars: Gambit: Stealth
by Karen Miller

Fourth in the series of original novels accompanying the TV series.

Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker are on a secret mission to one of the many worlds caught in the middle of the struggle between the Republic and the Separatists. A pastoral planet, Lanteeb wants only to be left alone to survive - but it is the source of what could be one of the most devastatingly destructive weapons ever. If this potential weapon were to fall into the hands of the Separatists, uncounted worlds would fall. But should the Republic succeed in destroying it first, one world that needs it to survive will be annihilated. A frightening dilemma that Obi-Wan and Anakin will have to untangle, if they can get in and out of the occupied planet alive.

2010

Rebel Force #6: Uprising
by Alex Wheeler, May 1

Luke, Leia, Han, and Chewbacca have been sent to the planet Tessacor, a long-time Rebel sympathizer. In need of some help on that side of the galaxy, Luke is looking forward to a mission that doesn't involve risking his neck.

That is, until they show up and find that a group of teenage Imperials has staged a coup, overthrowing the capital city's government and taking control, enacting the Empire's protocols and ruthlessly suppressing dissent.

Caught off-guard, our heroes must persuade the young leaders to join their cause . . . or find themselves at the mercy of the Empire once more.

Star Wars: Head to Head
by Pablo Hidalgo, May 1

The wildest Star Wars battles that never happened! What would happen if Chewbacca had faced the Wampa? Could General Grievous defeat the Emperor? Would Yoda triumph over Darth Vader? Each spread offers a different showdown, along with the competitors� stats and all the information you need to decide who you think would win�and why. The STAR WARS: Head-to-Head reference guide lets you get to know the characters, creatures, and machines of Star Wars like never before.

Fate of the Jedi #1: Outcast
by Aaron Allston

Paperback reprint.

The Clone Wars Gambit: Siege
by Karen Miller, May 25

Sequel to The Clone Wars Gambit: Stealth.

Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker are trapped on the Separatist controlled planet Lanteeb, on the run from General Lok Durd and his droid army. After being forced to abandon their jerry-rigged groundcar they continue on foot, hunted, as they try to find a safe place to hide and regroup before escaping the planet altogether. Eventually they seek shelter in a remote Lanteeban village, but the Separatists track them down. Now they're under siege...and the little time they've bought themselves is running out.

2010

Fate of the Jedi #5: Allies
by Christie Golden

Fifth in the series.

2010

Fate of the Jedi #2: Omen
by Christie Golden, July 27

Paperback reprint.

2010

Death Troopers
by Joe Schreiber

Sixth in the series.

2010

Untitled
by Joe Schreiber, October 5

Untitled Schreiber hardcover, which is not a sequel to Death Troopers.

Fate of the Jedi #3: Abyss
by Troy Denning, October 26

Paperback reprint.

2010

Imperial Commando #2
by Karen Traviss

Second in the Imperial Commando series.

Darth Bane: Dynasty of Evil
by Drew Karpyshyn, November 23

Paperback reprint.

Fate of the Jedi #7
by Aaron Allston

Seventh in the series.

2010

Fate of the Jedi #6: Vortex
by Troy Denning

Sixth in the series.

2011

Untitled Nomi Sunrider Hardcover
by Alex Irvine

A hardcover featuring Nomi Sunrider from the Tales of the Jedi comics.

2011

Fate of the Jedi #4: Backlash
by Aaron Allston

Paperback reprint.

Holostar
by Michael Reaves and Maya Kaathryn Bohnhoff

A rags to riches story featuring a rising holostar and Dash Rendar in the early Rebellion era.

2011

Fate of the Jedi #7: Conviction
by Aaron Allston

Seventh in the series.

2011

Fate of the Jedi #5: Allies
by Christie Golden

Paperback reprint

2011

Untitled Crosscurrent Sequel
by Paul Kemp

A sequel to Crosscurrent.

2011

Fate of the Jedi #8
by Christie Golden

Eighth in the series.

2011

Choices
by Timothy Zahn

A follow-up to the 2007 hardcover Allegiance.

2011

Untitled Jeff Grubb novel
by Jeff Grubb

An untitled novel by the RPG author.

2011

Fate of the Jedi #6: Vortex
by Troy Denning

Paperback reprint.

2011

Fate of the Jedi #9
by Troy Denning

The final in the series.