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Star Wars: Movie Novelizations

by Alan Dean Foster

11 books Started 1976 Latest 2020
Publication Reading Order

The Star Wars: Movie Novelizations is a Science Fiction / Fantasy series by Alan Dean Foster, made up of 11 books published between 1976 and 2020. It begins with A New Hope ( With: George Lucas) (1976), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Rise of Skywalker ( By: Rae Carson) (2020), spanning 44 years of storytelling.

11books
44years active
6decades
~4.4yrs between books
2020latest release
# Title Year Buy
1970s
1 A New Hope ( With: George Lucas) 1976 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1980s
2 The Empire Strikes Back ( By: Donald F. Glut) 1980 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Return of the Jedi ( By: James Kahn) 1983 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1990s
4 The Phantom Menace ( By: Terry Brooks, George Lucas) 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
5 Attack of the Clones ( By: R.A. Salvatore) 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Revenge of the Sith ( By: Matthew Woodring Stover) 2005 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
7 The Force Awakens 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 Rogue One ( By: Alexander Freed) 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 The Last Jedi ( By: Jason Fry) 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Solo ( By: Mur Lafferty) 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
11 The Rise of Skywalker ( By: Rae Carson)Latest 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series?

Start with A New Hope ( With: George Lucas) (1976), the first book in the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series by Alan Dean Foster. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series?

There are 11 books in the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series by Alan Dean Foster, published between 1976 and 2020.

What is the first book in the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series?

The first book in the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series is A New Hope ( With: George Lucas), published in 1976 by Alan Dean Foster.

What is the latest book in the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series?

The most recent book in the Star Wars: Movie Novelizations series is The Rise of Skywalker ( By: Rae Carson) (2020) by Alan Dean Foster.

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About Alan Dean Foster

Alan Dean Foster (born November 18, 1946) is an American science fiction and fantasy author. Foster began writing in the late 1960s and has since published over 100 novels and short stories. His works are known for their vivid imagination, complex characters, and engaging plots. Some of his most famous works include "The Tar-Aiym Krang" series, "The Humanx Commonwealth" series, and the novelizations of several popular movies, including "Star Wars," "Alien," and "The Chronicles of Narnia." Foster has won numerous awards for his work, including the Nebula Award, the Hugo Award, and the Bram Stoker Award. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and have sold over 10 million copies worldwide. Alan Dean Foster is considered one of the most successful and influential science fiction and fantasy authors of our time. His works continue to be enjoyed by readers of all ages and inspire new generations of writers.

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