The Star Wars Celebration has always been a hub for fans of the beloved franchise, showcasing not only the film and television projects that have captivated audiences for decades but also the expansive universe created through the pages of its novels. Lucasfilm Publishing, a key player in this literary branch, has amassed a dedicated following, especially with its ambitious High Republic initiative. This initiative, which began in January 2021, is nearing its conclusion with the highly anticipated release of Charles Soules Trials of the Jedi in June, marking the end of the third phase of this narrative arc.

With the end of the High Republic era on the horizon, many fans are left wondering what exciting content Lucasfilm Publishing has in store. The Star Wars Celebration panel, titled Stories From a Galaxy Far, Far Away, served as an exceptional platform to unveil some upcoming projects. Held in Tokyo, the panel promised to deliver the latest news spanning from the prequel trilogy to the sequel trilogy and beyond. Esteemed authors and creators were present at the event, including Adam Christopher, Tessa Gratton, and Marc Guggenheim, among others, to share their insights and announcements.

One of the most thrilling revelations was the announcement of an upcoming art book dedicated to the popular Disney+ series, Andor. Titled The Art of Star Wars: Andor (The Complete Series), this book will delve deeply into the creative process behind the show, which explores the early days of the Rebellion and follows Cassian Andors evolution from a petty thief to a crucial rebel spy. As detailed in the official press release, the book will feature interviews conducted by Phil Szostak, who previously authored The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian, with key figures involved in the series, including Academy Award-nominated showrunner Tony Gilroy.

This art book is touted as the ultimate visual companion to Andor, showcasing hundreds of breathtaking designs, including ships, vehicles, character concepts, weapons, and storyboards that illustrate the unique storytelling of the Star Wars universe. However, fans should prepare their wallets, as the book will retail for $50 and is set to be released in March 2026.

In addition to the much-anticipated art book, the panel offered further insights into the final High Republic installment, Trials of the Jedi, and unveiled a slew of new titles. These included comic series such as Star Wars: The High Republic The Battle of Eriadu and Star Wars: The High Republic The Beacon, alongside a new adventure featuring Jecki and Yord titled The Acolyte: The Crystal Crown. Additionally, fans can look forward to another art book, Industrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of Innovation, and comics like Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories Codebreaker, which will undoubtedly appeal to Poe Dameron enthusiasts.

In a pre-panel announcement, Lucasfilm Publishing also revealed several upcoming releases that have fans buzzing with excitement. Noteworthy titles include Adam Christophers Star Wars: Master of Evil Darth Vader novel, a lavish two-volume art book titled Doug Chiang: The Cinematic Legacy, and a Halloween-themed release called Star Wars: I Find Your Lack of Candy Disturbing, featuring whimsical artwork by Jeffrey Brown. There will also be behind-the-scenes content, including The Art of Star Wars: The Acolyte and the accompanying visual guide, among other updated editions of beloved titles like Star Wars: The Blueprints and Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy.

Additionally, during a separate panel called Manga Mania!, Lucasfilm Publishing shared exciting news about upcoming manga projects. This includes a Kickstarter initiative aimed at producing a two-volume edition of The Art of Star Wars: A New HopeThe Manga, manga adaptations of Star Wars: Thrawn and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, as well as an intriguing new story titled Star Wars: Path of the Lightsaber, which promises to explore the journey of aspiring Jedi.