The High Republic: Tales of Light and Life[2] is an anthology of young-adult short stories that was published on September 5, 2023 as part of the Star Wars: The High Republic multimedia project. The stories in the anthology are connected to all three phases of the project, and were authored by all of the writers involved.[5] The Barnes & Noble edition features an additional short story entitled "Rogue Element."[1] An audiobook version was published the same day.
Publisher's summary[]
Thrilling short stories featuring fan favorite characters from the beloved High Republic series each written by a New York Times bestselling author.
The High Republic authors share unmissable short stories that bridge Phases, resolve mysteries, and offer tantalizing hints of what is to come.
Rejoin the adventures of the Jedi and Padawans, Pathfinders and Path members, heroes and villains ahead of the launch of Phase III.[4]
Contents[]
| Story | Author | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| "The Queen's Bloom" | Zoraida Córdova | c. 396 BBY[6] |
| "A Closed Fist Has No Claws" | Tessa Gratton | During or after 382 BBY[7] |
| "Shield of the Jedi" | George Mann | c. 379 BBY[8] |
| "The Lonely Traveler is Home" | Daniel José Older | 231 BBY[9] |
| "After the Fall" | Claudia Gray | c. 230 BBY[10] |
| "The Force Provides" | Justina Ireland | Between 230 BBY and 229 BBY[11] |
| "All Jedi Walk Their Own Path" | Charles Soule | c. 230 BBY[12] |
| "Light in the Darkness" | Cavan Scott | c. 229 BBY[13] |
| "The Call of Coruscant" | Lydia Kang | 230 BBY[14] |
| "Rogue Element" | Alyssa Wong | 229 BBY[15] |
Media[]
Editions[]
- ISBN 9781368093798; September 5, 2023; Disney–Lucasfilm Press; US hardcover[4]
- ISBN 9781368101288; September 5, 2023; Disney–Lucasfilm Press; Barnes & Noble edition[16]
Cover gallery[]
Reveal cover
Final cover
Barnes & Noble edition
