The Star Wars Stacks

The Episode VII trailer came out, so the three of us got together to chat about it!

We hope you enjoy the discussion!

Next episode, we’ll be discussing John Jackson Miller’s recent novel, A New Dawn.

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In episode eight of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss Shadows of the Empire, written by Steve Perry (Publication Date: April 1, 1996).

Before the book though, we discuss a little bit about the major episode 7 concept art leak.
Next, we get into the spoiler free section where we give a “back cover” overview of the novel and our initial general impressions.

Finally, we spoil the heck out of the book. After the alerts we get into the spoiler seciton. If you haven’t finished the book, or haven’t started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion.

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of the newly released novel, A New Dawn by John Jackson Miller. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome!

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In this second special edition episode, Chris interviews John Jackson Miller, author of Kenobi (http://www.amazon.com/Kenobi-Star-Wars-Legends-ebook/dp/B00BO4GR08) in addition to the upcoming TV-tie in novel, A New Dawn (http://www.amazon.com/New-Dawn-Star-Wars-ebook/dp/B00IWTSGKC) amongst many other things.

We hope you enjoy the discussion!

Also, don’t forget our upcoming regular episode covering Shadows of the Empire, coming up soon! As always, we want your comments!

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In the fourth episode of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss the second novel in the Thrawn trilogy, Dark Force Rising, written by Timothy Zhan (Publication Date: June 1, 1992).

We begin by discussing a bit of Episode VII news including casting and general secrecy surrounding the production, in addition to what small tidbits have been let out for public consuption.

Next, we get into the spoiler free section where we give a “back cover” overview of the novel and our initial general impressions.

Finally, the good stuff. After the alerts we get into the spoiler seciton. If you haven’t finished the book, or haven’t started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion.

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of The Last Command by Timothy Zahn. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome!

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Happy Star Wars Day! In celebration of May the 4th, we’re giving you all a special episode!

On April 25th, 2014 Disney/Lucasfilm announced their future plans for the existing and futre Star Wars EU (http://starwars.com/news/the-legendary-star-wars-expanded-universe-turns-a-new-page.html).

In light of this Alderaan-shattering news, we sit down for a quick discussion of the news along with the first set of books that have been announced.

May the 4th be with you!

Don’t forget about our next full episode covering the second book in the Thrawn Trilogy, Dark Force Rising.

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In the second edition of The Star Wars Stacks, we discuss the novel that rebooted the Star Wars EU, Heir to the Empire, written by Timothy Zhan (Publication Date: May 1, 1991).

The first portion of this episode is spoiler free and alerts are given before spoilers are discussed. If you haven’t finished the book, or haven’t started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion.

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of Dark Force Rising by Timothy Zahn.

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In our first official edition of The Star Wars Stacks, we discuss the Star Wars Expanded Universe novel: “Millennium Falcon”, written by James Luceno (Publication Date: October 21, 2008).

The first portion of this episode is spoiler free and alerts are given before spoilers are discussed. If you haven’t finished the book, or haven’t started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to episode one of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. WARNING: This novel contains spoilers regarding the outcome of the Legacy of the Force series (Jacen Solo in particular).

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of Heir to the Empire by Timothy Zahn.

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Here we are! The Beta show!

This is our first stab at trying to figure out what we’re going to be doing. We discuss a little bit about ourselves, how we came to the Star Wars Expanded Universe and why we decided to do a podcast about it.

We also chat a little bit about our hopes for the Star Wars universe in general in light of the recent acquisition of Lucasfilm by Disney.

In the next episode, we’ll be discussing the 2008 novel Millennium Falcon by James Luceno.

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