Books + Comics // NOVEMBER 1, 2021 In this excerpt from issue #206, performance artist Misty Rosas talks about bringing The Mandalorian’s fan-favorite Ugnaught to life. While many characters from The Mandalorian have resonated with Star Wars fans, Kuiil remains particularly beloved. The wise Ugnaught risked everything so that Grogu might live, proving to be […]
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This October, the greatest bounty in the galaxy will be books: Star Wars Reads, a month-long celebration of reading and Star Wars, is back! Celebrating its 10th year, Star Wars Reads blasts off on October 1 with special events and offers throughout the month. For everyone from the youngest Padawans to the wisest Jedi Masters, there will be […]
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