The thirty-eighth edition of Star Wars Insider magazine is Star Wars Insider 38. It was released during the months of June and July of 1998. A significant aspect of this issue is that it marked the beginning of Scott Chernoff's tenure as Managing Editor, a role he assumed after being a regular contributor.
- " Pulp Jedi: An Interview with Episode I Star Samuel L. Jackson " (Authored by Scott Chernoff) Celebrated actor Samuel L. Jackson shares with Scott Chernoff the story of how he realized his aspiration to be a part of the Star Wars saga.
- " I Bent My Wookiee! Celebrating the Star Wars/Simpsons Connection " (Authored by Scott Chernoff) A comprehensive overview of all Star Wars references featured in the beloved animated sitcom. Scott Chernoff uncovers from Simpsons writers and artists the reasons behind their affinity for the Force.
- " Among the Clouds: An Audience with Billy Dee Williams " (Authored by Scott Chernoff) Star Wars luminary Billy Dee Williams recounts to Scott Chernoff his approach to making Lando Calrissian an unforgettable character, while also discussing his prominent position as a leading African-American actor in the film industry.
- " Top 20 Star Wars Characters " (Authored by Jon Bradley Snyder) Jon Bradley Snyder presents the results of the Insider's extensive reader survey, accompanied by quotations from readers regarding their most cherished characters.
- "From the Editor's Desk" (by Jon Bradley Snyder)
- " Rebel Rumblings "
- " Prequel Update with Rick McCallum " (by Dan Madsen)
- " Prequel Profile : Nick Gillard" (by Jamie Painter)
- " In the Star Wars Universe : Drewe Henley" (by Scott Chernoff)
- " Star News "
- " The Wonder Column " (by Anthony Daniels)
- " Straight from the Horse's Mouth " — The Passing of a Legend: Archive Goodwin (by Peet Janes)
- " Scouting the Galaxy " – Toy Fair, Episode I And the Elusive B'omarr Monk (by Stephen J. Sansweet)
- " Jawa Trader "