This unique anthology celebrates 40 years of *Star Wars: A New Hope* by retelling the iconic original film’s events through the eyes of side characters, background players, creatures, and lesser-known figures. Forty diverse stories by different authors explore hidden moments and fresh perspectives from across the galaxy — from droids and stormtroopers to X-wing pilots, Jawas, and even characters glimpsed briefly on screen. These interwoven tales add depth, humor, and heart to familiar scenes, revealing surprises, untold struggles, and new insights that enrich the legacy of the beloved saga. Spanning tragedy, adventure, and wit, this collection is a must-read for Star Wars fans eager to experience the Force from many unexpected angles and discover that every character’s story matters in a galaxy far, far away.
Authors: Renée Ahdieh, Meg Cabot, Pierce Brown, Nnedi Okorofor, Sabaa Tahir, Gary Whitta, Christie Golden, Ken Liu, Wil Wheaton, Claudia Gray, E. K. Johnston, Cavan Scott, Pablo Hidalgo, Elizabeth Wein, Caleb Azumah Nelson, Annalee Newitz, Daniel José Older, Alastair Reynolds, Jen Brown, Delilah S. Dawson, Mira Grant, Alexander Freed, Kendare Blake, Jason Fry, George Mann, Jason Aaron, Charles Soule, Justina Ireland, Greg Rucka, Michael Moreci, Zoraida Córdova, Matt Owens, Tom Angleberger, Maria Dahvana Headley, Matthew Herring, Terry Brooks, Matt Wallace, Leslye Walton, Amy Ratcliffe, and Tiffany L. Snow.
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