Post by Jedimom/Cor-Al Gelkar on Nov 27, 2004 8:19:59 GMT -5
Looks like Jude Watson will be returning to a Galaxy Far Away, maybe writing about Obi-Wan's life on Tatooine...
Thanks from Starwars.com:
With each Star Wars prequel release in the theaters, there is a flurry of fan activity in the preceding month. Final preparations are made for premiere parties, whether informal get-togethers, or huge Celebration III-style affairs. Collectors start clearing space for the new Episode III goodies set to hit stores; for Episode III, April 2 is the big date for collectors to circle on their calendars, for that's when product begins premiering in stores.
For fans of Star Wars literature, that on-shelf date means it's time to add to your bookshelves with new publications exploring Revenge of the Sith. Those fans not afraid of spoilers can dive into the books right away, while those waiting for the movie experience must stave off temptation for a few more weeks, and keep the books shut on their shelves.
Here's a look at the Episode III tie-in books scheduled for release on April 2, 2005, as well as other titles also available that month (publication dates are tentative for some titles; keep checking starwars.com for more developments).
Ballantine Books / Del Rey
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
The novelization of the final Star Wars film adapts the story of Anakin's fall to the dark side. Novelist Matthew Stover met with George Lucas to discuss the storyline of the film. As a result, the novel includes all new sequences that won't be found in movie theaters. But more importantly, Stover gets inside the heads of the characters, and depicts these dramatic events from their points of view. This book will be released in hardcover with simultaneous audio release on CD and cassette.
The Art of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
This hardcover release collects some of the most stunning pieces of concept and development art created for the film. The artists of Episode III are spotlighted here, alongside their costume, character, and technology designs, storyboards and production paintings, planetary vistas, ILM models and digi-matte paintings, and much more. Text by J.W. Rinzler.
The Making of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Author J.W. Rinzler tracks the entire production of the film, from the earliest Art Department explorations to the evolution of the script, from the start of principal photography in Sydney, Australia, to the additional photography in England as well as the visual effects wizardry of Industrial Light & Magic. Witness the changing face of cinema as detailed from a Lucasfilm insider who has followed Episode III from its earliest days.
Dark Horse Comics
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Dark Horse presents the epic visuals and dramatic story of Episode III in comic book format, with illustrations by Doug Wheatley and a script by Miles Lane. The comic version will be available as four single issues in April, and as a trade paperback graphic novel that same month. The covers are by Dave Dorman.
Star Wars: Visionaries
Dark Horse Comics and the concept artists behind Episode III are teaming to produce a Star Wars graphic novel like no other. This collection of 12 exciting tales are told by the artists that helped envision the worlds, creatures, technologies and characters of Revenge of the Sith. These new stories -- some within continuity, some most definitely not -- will showcase new designs from the artists most responsible for the dazzling imagery in Episode III.
Star Wars: General Grievous
Learn more about the evil leader of the Separatist military forces in this four-part comic series by Chuck Dixon and Rick Leonardi. The first issue comes out in March, with the remainder of the series available in monthly installments. Also, the Episode III lead-in series, Star Wars: Obsession, wraps up before the release of Revenge of the Sith. Read about that series here.
Dorling Kindersley (DK Books)
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Incredible Cross-Sections
DK continues their tradition of peeling back the hulls and bulkheads of the most awesome vehicles and vessels in the Star Wars galaxy with amazingly detailed illustrations and authoritative descriptive text. Peer inside the new Jedi starfighter, the Republic's Juggernaut turbo-tank, General Grievous' flagship and much more, with illustrations by Hans Jennsen and Richard Chasemore, and text by Curtis Saxton.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Visual Dictionary
Covering more worlds and action than any other Star Wars film, Episode III promises to be a wealth of visuals to explore. The Visual Dictionary continues DK's popular series of photo-packed books that explain the many tiny details of Star Wars characters, technology, artifacts and locales. Written by James Luceno, and featuring special sculpts by John Goodson and Robert Barnes.
DK Readers: Star Wars: Galactic Crisis! and Star Wars: Star Pilot
Amazing photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories in the DK Reader series, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. Two installments of the series chronicle the exciting stories of the Clone Wars, from the first battles to the dramatic events of Episode III. Star Wars: Galactic Crisis! by Ryder Windham is for level 4 proficient readers, while Star Wars: Star Pilot by Laura Buller is for level 3 "reading alone" readers.
Random House Children's Books
Random House has a number of story and activity books in the works for younger fans. Here are some of the first that will debut in April:
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Movie Storybook
The story of Episode III is told with full color photos throughout in a 48-page paperback written by Alice Alfonsi.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Movie Scrudbook
This paperback is a wealth of trivia on all things Episode III. Full color photos and illustrations fill this 48-page scrudbook, written by Ryder Windham
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Trivia Quest
Do you know the secrets of the dark side? Do you know who Tion Medon is? Test your knowledge with this trivia quizbook. Written by Benjamin Harper.
Star Wars: Episode III Step Into Reading: Obi-Wan's Foe
Designed to help younger Star Wars fans learn to read, this book focuses on Obi-Wan Kenobi's adventures in the movie, and is filled with exciting illustrations by Tommy Lee Edwards. Written by Jane Mason and Sarah Stevens.
Star Wars: Episode III Sticker Book
This oversized sticker book comes with reusable stickers and full-color backdrops to let kids recreate scenes from the movies, or create scenes of their own.
Scholastic, Inc.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, Junior Novelization
Author Patricia Wrede adapts the Episode III storyline for young readers in this digest-sized paperback edition.
Star Wars: Last of the Jedi Book 1
Fan-favorite Jude Watson launches another Star Wars series that picks up where Episode III leaves off.
IDG Entertainment
Star Wars Insider Episode III Souvenir Edition
In addition to their regular installments of the most Episode III-intensive issues of Star Wars Insider, IDG Entertainment will produce a special souvenir magazine completely dedicated to Revenge of the Sith. Stay tuned for more details.
Thanks from Starwars.com:
With each Star Wars prequel release in the theaters, there is a flurry of fan activity in the preceding month. Final preparations are made for premiere parties, whether informal get-togethers, or huge Celebration III-style affairs. Collectors start clearing space for the new Episode III goodies set to hit stores; for Episode III, April 2 is the big date for collectors to circle on their calendars, for that's when product begins premiering in stores.
For fans of Star Wars literature, that on-shelf date means it's time to add to your bookshelves with new publications exploring Revenge of the Sith. Those fans not afraid of spoilers can dive into the books right away, while those waiting for the movie experience must stave off temptation for a few more weeks, and keep the books shut on their shelves.
Here's a look at the Episode III tie-in books scheduled for release on April 2, 2005, as well as other titles also available that month (publication dates are tentative for some titles; keep checking starwars.com for more developments).
Ballantine Books / Del Rey
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
The novelization of the final Star Wars film adapts the story of Anakin's fall to the dark side. Novelist Matthew Stover met with George Lucas to discuss the storyline of the film. As a result, the novel includes all new sequences that won't be found in movie theaters. But more importantly, Stover gets inside the heads of the characters, and depicts these dramatic events from their points of view. This book will be released in hardcover with simultaneous audio release on CD and cassette.
The Art of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
This hardcover release collects some of the most stunning pieces of concept and development art created for the film. The artists of Episode III are spotlighted here, alongside their costume, character, and technology designs, storyboards and production paintings, planetary vistas, ILM models and digi-matte paintings, and much more. Text by J.W. Rinzler.
The Making of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Author J.W. Rinzler tracks the entire production of the film, from the earliest Art Department explorations to the evolution of the script, from the start of principal photography in Sydney, Australia, to the additional photography in England as well as the visual effects wizardry of Industrial Light & Magic. Witness the changing face of cinema as detailed from a Lucasfilm insider who has followed Episode III from its earliest days.
Dark Horse Comics
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
Dark Horse presents the epic visuals and dramatic story of Episode III in comic book format, with illustrations by Doug Wheatley and a script by Miles Lane. The comic version will be available as four single issues in April, and as a trade paperback graphic novel that same month. The covers are by Dave Dorman.
Star Wars: Visionaries
Dark Horse Comics and the concept artists behind Episode III are teaming to produce a Star Wars graphic novel like no other. This collection of 12 exciting tales are told by the artists that helped envision the worlds, creatures, technologies and characters of Revenge of the Sith. These new stories -- some within continuity, some most definitely not -- will showcase new designs from the artists most responsible for the dazzling imagery in Episode III.
Star Wars: General Grievous
Learn more about the evil leader of the Separatist military forces in this four-part comic series by Chuck Dixon and Rick Leonardi. The first issue comes out in March, with the remainder of the series available in monthly installments. Also, the Episode III lead-in series, Star Wars: Obsession, wraps up before the release of Revenge of the Sith. Read about that series here.
Dorling Kindersley (DK Books)
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Incredible Cross-Sections
DK continues their tradition of peeling back the hulls and bulkheads of the most awesome vehicles and vessels in the Star Wars galaxy with amazingly detailed illustrations and authoritative descriptive text. Peer inside the new Jedi starfighter, the Republic's Juggernaut turbo-tank, General Grievous' flagship and much more, with illustrations by Hans Jennsen and Richard Chasemore, and text by Curtis Saxton.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Visual Dictionary
Covering more worlds and action than any other Star Wars film, Episode III promises to be a wealth of visuals to explore. The Visual Dictionary continues DK's popular series of photo-packed books that explain the many tiny details of Star Wars characters, technology, artifacts and locales. Written by James Luceno, and featuring special sculpts by John Goodson and Robert Barnes.
DK Readers: Star Wars: Galactic Crisis! and Star Wars: Star Pilot
Amazing photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories in the DK Reader series, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. Two installments of the series chronicle the exciting stories of the Clone Wars, from the first battles to the dramatic events of Episode III. Star Wars: Galactic Crisis! by Ryder Windham is for level 4 proficient readers, while Star Wars: Star Pilot by Laura Buller is for level 3 "reading alone" readers.
Random House Children's Books
Random House has a number of story and activity books in the works for younger fans. Here are some of the first that will debut in April:
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Movie Storybook
The story of Episode III is told with full color photos throughout in a 48-page paperback written by Alice Alfonsi.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Movie Scrudbook
This paperback is a wealth of trivia on all things Episode III. Full color photos and illustrations fill this 48-page scrudbook, written by Ryder Windham
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Trivia Quest
Do you know the secrets of the dark side? Do you know who Tion Medon is? Test your knowledge with this trivia quizbook. Written by Benjamin Harper.
Star Wars: Episode III Step Into Reading: Obi-Wan's Foe
Designed to help younger Star Wars fans learn to read, this book focuses on Obi-Wan Kenobi's adventures in the movie, and is filled with exciting illustrations by Tommy Lee Edwards. Written by Jane Mason and Sarah Stevens.
Star Wars: Episode III Sticker Book
This oversized sticker book comes with reusable stickers and full-color backdrops to let kids recreate scenes from the movies, or create scenes of their own.
Scholastic, Inc.
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, Junior Novelization
Author Patricia Wrede adapts the Episode III storyline for young readers in this digest-sized paperback edition.
Star Wars: Last of the Jedi Book 1
Fan-favorite Jude Watson launches another Star Wars series that picks up where Episode III leaves off.
IDG Entertainment
Star Wars Insider Episode III Souvenir Edition
In addition to their regular installments of the most Episode III-intensive issues of Star Wars Insider, IDG Entertainment will produce a special souvenir magazine completely dedicated to Revenge of the Sith. Stay tuned for more details.
