Star Warsand Mad Cave Studios Announce New Original Graphic Novels – Exclusive Reveal
New all-ages comics and graphic novels from thepublisher’s first foray into theStar Warsgalaxywill debut in the fall of 2026.
This fall, Lucasfilm Publishing and Mad Cave Studios will team up to tell original stories set in a galaxy, far, far away! Prepare to make the jump into hyperspace with two all-newStar Warsgraphic novels aimed at middle grade readers. The first story brings together beloved smugglers and scoundrels, followingHan SoloandChewbaccaon the hunt forJabba the Hutt’s bounty. Then, return toTatooinefor a new tale asLuke Skywalkerand his best friendBiggs Darklightertake on the legendaryBeggar’s Canyon.
Smugglers and ScoundrelsandTales from the Outer Rimset the tone for Mad Cave’s upcoming line of original galactic graphic novels, with age-appropriate stories that span all eras ofStar Warsstorytelling. This collaboration with Lucasfilm Publishing marks Mad Cave Studios’Star Warsdebut and leverages their Papercutz imprint for young readers.
Read on to learn more about both titles, starring some of the galaxy’s most infamous crimelords and storied heroes!
Star Wars:Smugglers and Scoundrels
Notorious crime boss Jabba the Hutt has lost a precious family heirloom… and he knows just the scoundrels who can help him get it back!
Race to the finish line with some of the galaxy’s most infamous rascals and see who will get their hands on the treasure first! Will it be Han Solo and Chewbacca aboard the trustyMillennium Falcon? Or Han’s old rival, everyone’s favorite fast-talking Lepi, Jaxxon T. Tumperakki, and his luckyRabbit’s Foot? Or will it beBoba Fett,Greedo, or another competitor who takes the crown?
Find out in this rip-roaring ride full of risky maneuvers, double-crosses, and questionable morals as smugglers and scoundrels from across the galaxy race to recover Jabba’s prize!
“Jaxxon isStar Wars‘ great underdog… well, under-rabbit. Doomed never to be taken seriously by his fellow scoundrels, the Lepi smuggler was one of the very first characters I ever experienced inStar Wars, long before I saw the films,” reveals longtimeStar Warscomic writer Cavan Scott. “And now he’s back in his very first original graphic novel, chronicling his very first meeting with long-term rival, Han Solo!”
The graphic novel marks illustrator Christian Colbert’sStar Warsdebut with this graphic novel. “As a lifelongStar Warsfan, this project was a chance to bring together everything I love about visual storytelling: scale, character, and atmosphere,” the artist notes. “Working alongside Cavan Scott is turning out to be both creatively challenging and deeply rewarding.”
Star Wars:Tales from the Outer Rim
The Legend of Beggar’s Canyon
Return to Tatooine ahead of the 50th anniversary ofStar Wars: A New Hopein this all-new graphic novel by comics legend Greg Pak! Encounter womp rats, T-16s, krayt dragons, and more in this action-packed adventure.
Like most kids his age, Luke Skywalker longs for adventure, but growing up on the distant desert planet of Tatooine, he feels more than a little stuck. And with Luke’s best friend, Biggs Darklighter, already daydreaming about leaving to enroll in theImperial Academy, Luke feels like he’s sinking into aSarlacc Pit! So he decides it’s time to embark on an unforgettable summer adventure of his own and brave the legendary Beggar’s Canyon!
Some Tatooine locals say Beggar’s Canyon is haunted by terrifying spirits. Others say it’s home to ferocious beasts. Luke, Biggs, and their friends are determined to conquer this mysterious abyss. But will they discover the truth behind the tall tales, or be lost in the harsh desert sands forever?!
“I’m thrilled to be writing moreStar Warsand especially to be working with artist Brent Schoonover and editor Charles Beacham, who are just killing it!” sharesStar Warscomic writer, Greg Pak. “We’ve got a great Luke story on tap exploring a key moment in his young life – with aching teenaged loneliness under the twin suns of Tatooine, an eerie adventure in the depths of Beggar’s Canyon, and a rare study of Luke’s relationship with his seldom-seen childhood friends and enemies. Big fun, big emotions, and gorgeous art! Dontcha dare miss it!”
“Getting the honor to draw aStar Warsstory is a bucket list project for me,” adds illustrator Brent Schoonover. “The story Greg has written is wonderful for lifelong fans, while also being the perfect entry for those who have always wanted to get into a galaxy far, far away. I can’t wait to share it with everyone!”
Pick up these books in the fall and stay tuned toStarWars.comfor moreStar Warscomics news!
