Welcome to this week’s publications breakdown.
The scheduled releases for this week will be;
| Tuesday 11th August 2026 | ||||
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The Essential Legends Collection: Cloak of Deception by James Luceno (Random House Worlds – ISBN 979-8-217-09361-8) From New York Times bestselling author James Luceno comes an all-new Star Wars adventure that reveals the action and intrigue unfolding directly before Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Mired in greed and corruption, tangled in bureaucracy, the Galactic Republic is crumbling. In the outlying systems, where the Trade Federation maintains a stranglehold on shipping routes, tensions are boiling over—while back in the comfort of Coruscant, the hub of civilized space and seat of the Republic government, few senators seem inclined to investigate the problem. And those who suspect Supreme Chancellor Valorum of having a hand in the machinations are baffled—especially when Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi foil an assassination attempt on the Chancellor. With the crisis escalating, Valorum calls for an emergency trade summit. As humans and aliens gather, conspiracies sealed with large sums of money run rampant, and no one is entirely above suspicion. But the greatest threat of all remains unknown to everyone except three members of the Trade Federation who have entered into a shadowy alliance with a dark overlord. While the trio will be content with more money and fewer problems, Darth Sidious has grander, far more terrifying plans. It is a time that tests the mettle of all those who strive to hold the Republic together—none more so than the Jedi Knights, who have long been the galaxy’s best hope for preserving peace and justice. Yet despite their most valiant efforts, the meeting will explode into fiery chaos beyond everyone’s worst fears. Available from Amazon UK and Amazon US |
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The Essential Legends Collection: Labyrinth of Evil by James Luceno (Random House Worlds – ISBN 979-8-217-09362-5) The war that erupted in Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones is nearing its boiling point, as the dauntless Separatist forces continue their assault on the teetering Republic–and the diabolical triumvirate of Count Dooku, General Grievous, and their Master, Darth Sidious, fine-tune their strategy for conquest. In Episode III Revenge of the Sith the fates of key players on both sides of the conflict will be sealed. But first, crucial events that pave the way to that time of reckoning unfold in a labyrinth of evil… Capturing Trade Federation Viceroy–and Separatist Councilmember–Nute Gunray is the mission that brings Jedi Knights Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker, with a squad of clones in tow, to Neimoidia. But the treacherous ally of the Sith proves as slippery as ever, evading his Jedi pursuers even as they narrowly avoid deadly disaster. Still, their daring efforts yield an unexpected prize: a unique holotransceiver that bears intelligence capable of leading the Republic forces to their ultimate quarry, the ever-elusive Darth Sidious. Swiftly taking up the chase, Anakin and Obi-Wan follow clues from the droid factories of Charros IV to the far-flung worlds of the Outer Rim . . . every step bringing them closer to pinpointing the location of the Sith Lord–whom they suspect has been manipulating every aspect of the Separatist rebellion. Yet somehow, in the escalating galaxy-wide chess game of strikes, counterstrikes, ambushes, sabotage, and retaliations, Sidious stays constantly one move ahead. Then the trail takes a shocking turn. For Sidious and his minions have set in motion a ruthlessly orchestrated campaign to divide and overwhelm the Jedi forces–and bring the Republic to its knees. Available from Amazon UK and Amazon US |
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| Wednesday 12th August 2026 | ||||
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The Fall of Kylo Ren (Marvel Comics) THE LEGACY OF VADER CREATES A NEW EMPIRE OF FEAR! Kylo Ren returns from devastation, wielding total fury! As Generals Hux and Pryde tear the First Order apart with treacherous ambition, Kylo cuts through their schemes with merciless clarity. His wrath forges unity through fear and unleashes a Supreme Leader neither general can escape…nor survive disappointing. A pivotal turning point for Kylo, Hux and Pryde and essential reading for every Star Wars fan. |
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Virgin Variant – Noto |  |
Variant – Dorman | |
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Rogue One 10thAnniversary Variant – Sprouse | |
| Thursday 13th August 2026 | ||||
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LEGO Star Wars: Bricktivity – The Dark Lord (Buster Books – ISBN 978-1-83725-216-9) Build your awesome Darth Vader LEGO minifigure and mouse droid mini-build, before using both to help you with the activities and adventures in this fun-packed puzzle book. In this cosmic Bricktivity book you can use your minifigure and accessories on the page, completing the puzzles and joining in with the imaginative play ideas. Find out all about Darth Vader, and how he went from Anakin Skywalker to Dark Lord of the Sith and Emperor Palatine’s most feared enforcer. As you journey through the book, colour in pictures, spot differences and make your way through mazes. Find Vader’s spare helmets, help him beat his master at dominoes, count the droids in the Death Star’s Fire Control Room and loads more. As well as Lord Vader, this book also includes other LEGO Star Wars favourites, such as Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, R2-D2 and C-3PO. Also included are two awesome comics and a fun story where you get to decide the ending. Plus, there are ideas for new adventures to play out with your LEGO Star Wars minifigure and builds. Fans of LEGO Star Wars will love seeing their favourite heroes and villains come to life through imaginative play, fun activities and engaging reading. Available from Amazon UK |
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You will be able to find these on sale from your usual high street bookstores, news-stands, and online retailers. Please help support Jedi News by purchasing your books using the links to the Amazon websites in this article – happy reading!
