Star Wars Book Community Podcast

In this weeks Canon Catch-Up, regulars Dan, Chris and Morgan discuss the junior Luke Skywalker adventure, The Weapon of a Jedi, and dive into some heated Luke Skywalker debate, some sequel tie-in chat, and much more! Enjoy the episode and keep up to date with our podcast @swbcpodcast everywhere! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian & Cassia from The Old Republic Podcast return to chat to Jonny about the definitely flawed but deservedly well-loved sequel to Knights of The Old Republic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's Canon Catch-Up, Dan, Chris and Jonny reunited to talk about the junior novel Smuggler's Run, diving into how well it works as a Han and Chewie adventure, and the advantages of these short, fast-paced kids books that definitely aren't just for kids... Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Morgan (@notaforceuser) jumps into the host's chair to lead a deep dive into Inquisitor: Rise of the Red Blade. It's a full roundtable with guests Chelsea (Space Wizards Book Club), Danielle (Tik Tok's @WrittenInTheStarWars), Chris (@swbookcollector) and Jonny (@journalsofthewhills). Do Jedi make good teachers? Is Mace Windu unfairly maligned? Do we want more Inquisitor books? Listen and find out!...

Darth Revan, immersive storytelling and dodgy swoop racing! In this episode of Legends Library, Jonny is joined by Brian and Cassia from The Old Republic Podcast (go check them out!) to discuss 2003's Knights of The Old Republic video game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks Canon Catch-Up, Dan, Chris and Morgan chat all about Claudia Gray's masterpiece Lost Stars! They dive into what makes this YA love story so great, debate some of the themes and potential problems of having 'Imperial' protagonists, and much more! Hope you enjoy the episode and make sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast feed to never miss an episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

In this special episode of the main show, Jason (@ThisDadReads) hops into the hosting chair to talk with three other parents about the Star Wars books we share with our children. Featuring Laura (@SithPrincessAnakin), Beth (@snips_sabers) and Jonny (@JournalsOfTheWhills). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this very special episode, Dan and Chris are joined by Star Wars/The High Republic author Daniel Josè Older, he talks all about the wit and whimsy of Star Wars, baking and friendships from his High Republic Adventures comic series, this fantastic novel Midnight Horizon, and much much more! Enjoy the episode and follow/subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss our future episodes. Follow us on...

A Padawan framed for murder goes on run while seeking truth and vindication. In this week's episode of Legends Library, Jonny, Jesse and Alex talk about the whole run of John Jackson Miller's epic Knights of The Old Republic comic series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Comics Roundup - the monthly show where your favourite chaos crew Dan & Jon (of vaderscastlelibrary) and Chris (swbookcollector) explore all the past months new comic releases from Marvel and Dark Horse, discussing each new issue and sharing their thoughts. This month saw the start of the Dark Droids event, the finale of Yoda, and the continuation of all the ongoing series. We love...

In todays episode of Canon Catch-Up, Dan sits down with Meg (host of Now This Is Lit Pod) and Chelsea (of Space Wizards Book Club) to dive into Christie Golden's fantastic adult novel Dark Disciple, that adapts an unproduced Clone Wars story into a dark and detailed story about Asajj Ventress and Quinlan Vox... If you enjoyed this episode don't miss future episodes of Canon Catch-Up, dropping ever...

In this very special episode, Dan and Chris sit down with Star Wars author Justina Ireland, to discuss the new phase of the High Republic, writing for Star Wars, the new Tales of Light and Life anthology, and much, much more! Justina even shares some exclusive teases that you don't want to miss! If you enjoyed this episode or if you're new to our podcast, please follow/subscribe to the show so you...

In this episode of the newly-rebranded Legends Library, Jonny, Jesse and Alex talk about the final story arcs of the Tales of the Jedi comics: Dark Lords of the Sith, The Sith War, and Redemption. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks Canon Catch-Up, host Chris (swbookcollector) is joined by Mark and Becca from Tarkin's Top Shelf, and Morgan (notaforceuser) to dive deep into the novel Lords of the Sith, exploring the depths of Darth Vaders soul, the tragedy of the people of Ryloth and much more! Enjoy and follow/subscribe to the podcast for new Canon Catch-Up episodes every week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Host Jonny Mayner talks to editors Emily Strand and Amy H. Sturgis, not only about their new book Star Wars: Essays Exploring a Galaxy Far, Far Away, but about exploring Star Wars through academic lenses, acafans, cosplay, favourite Star Wars books and a lot more. **Book discount code 24% off** - if you purchase the book through the Vernon Press website and use coupon code CFC10822213C4. (Expirati...

In todays episode we a joined by a great panel of Star Wars fans to discuss the 2 episode premiere of the new Disney Plus show Ahsoka. Host Dan is joined by Jon, Jonny, Jonny and Chris to give their thoughts on the new show, the first live action appearances of beloved Rebels characters, and where they hope the show might be headed, expect some chaos! If you enjoyed, follow/subscribe to this podca...

In this episode of Legends Library, Jonny is joined by Alex and Jesse to discuss writer Tom Veitch's early story arcs in the 1990s Tales of the Jedi comic run: Ulic Qel-Droma and the Beast Riders of Onderon The Saga of Nomi Sunrider The Freedon Nadd Uprising Find us on social media and let us know what you think! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Star Wars book and comic fans brace for the next phase of The High Republic, Dan (@VadersCastleLibrary) is joined by Chris (@swbookcollector), Jason (@thisdadreads) and Morgan (@notaforceuser) to chat about the journey so far and look ahead at what's coming up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Canon Catch Up, usual suspects Jonny Mayner and Chris Davies are joined by Jonny Oliff to discuss 2015 canon novel Heir to the Jedi., whether canon Luke is asexual and whether this book is really considered canon by current Star Wars creators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What did George Lucas intend Star Wars to mean? What real-world events have inspired Star Wars stories? Is Star Wars pro-democratic? Continuing our series of specials with academic Star Wars fans, Jonny (@JournalsOfTheWhills) talks to historian and author Chris Kempshall (Battles That Changed The Galaxy, The History and Politics of Star Wars: Death Stars and Democracy). Also - you can get 25% off...

Ahead of the launch of our new monthly 'Comics Roundup' series, join Dan and Chris as they give an introduction to the new show, what to expect ahead, and they give a brief overview and guide of the world of Star Wars comic books. Tune in every month from the beginning of September to hear our reviews of each months new comic releases! Get involved @swbcpodcast on instagram and threads! Enjoy Host...

Wibbly-wobbly timey-wimey. In this episode Jonny and Jesse talk about Crosscurrent; a Legends novel that straddles both the Great Hyperspace War from the Tales of the Jedi era comics, and later storylines from the post-Return of the Jedi era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks episode of Canon Catch-Up, join Dan, Jonny and Chris as they dive into James Luceno's Tarkin, talking everything from this books unique style to the menacing characters of the Empire! Hope you enjoy. Follow us on insta @swbcpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for some Star Wars and booky chit-chat as Jonny and Dan catch up with Jason Muñoz (aka This Dad Reads) to talk about formative Star Wars experiences, San Diego Comic Con and what’s making us happy in Star Wars right now. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into the history of the Sith and the development of the Sith in Star Wars storytelling in today’s episode of Legends Library. Host Jonny Mayner and guest Alex Taylor begin looking at the Tales of the Jedi comics, starting with Kevin J. Anderson’s prequel arcs The Golden Age of the Sith and The Fall of the Sith Empire, with enough lore-filled asides and tangents to fill an ancient Sith meditat...