Star Wars Insider 47, released in January of 2000, represents the forty-seventh edition of the Star Wars Insider publication. This particular issue, number 47, notably presented the inaugural "real-life" depiction of the Star Wars Legends persona, Mara Jade. The character was embodied by Shannon McRandle, a model, for the Star Wars Customizable Card Game produced by Decipher, Inc..
- " Natalie Portman & Pernilla August: Women of the Force " (Authored by Kevin Fitzpatrick): Anakin Skywalker's female influences reflect on Episode I and glimpse into Episode II using the Force. Insider's Kevin Fitzpatrick documents the words of the Queen and Mother of the Star Wars universe.
- " Peter Mayhew: Chewie Lives! " (Authored by Scott Chernoff): The actor who plays Chewbacca speaks for the first time concerning Chewie's "demise" in the novel Vector Prime, along with the character's new comic, classic trilogy memories, and his powerful night at the MTV Movie Awards. In addition, Del Rey Books clarifies its controversial choice. Scott Chernoff, a Chewie devotee, covers it all.
- " Mara Jade: Flesh and Blood " (Authored by Scott Chernoff): A comprehensive examination of the Star Wars Expanded Universe's most beloved character! Scott Chernoff provides behind-the-scenes coverage of the photo session for Mara Jade's latest Decipher card—the first "live-action" portrayal of Mrs. Skywalker—and engages in conversation with Timothy Zahn, the character's creator, about the evolution and trajectory of the former Emperor's Hand. It's a Mara Jade extravaganza!
- " Creatures of Episode I " (Authored by Terryl Whitlatch): A fresh collection of unforgettable creatures, ranging from Naboo's waters to Tatooine's sands, makes its debut in the Star Wars saga's initial installment. Daniel Wallace, the writer of the forthcoming Essential Guide to Episode I, engages in a dialogue with artist Terryl Whitlatch regarding creature design in this visually stunning, photo-rich piece.
- " Star Wars Rocks II: Jedi Boogaloo " (Authored by Jon Bradley Snyder): Jon Bradley Snyder revisits the record shop to explore more of the occasionally strange, often amusing, and consistently energetic music inspired by the Star Wars franchise. Rock, rap, metal, lounge, calypso—it's all included, accompanied by a brand-new Star Wars Rocks painting by Insider's Hugh Fleming. We salute those who are ready to rock!
- "From the Editor's Desk"
- " Rebel Rumblings "
- " Prequel Update with Rick McCallum " (Authored by Dan Madsen)
- " Star News " (Authored by Scott Chernoff)
- " In the Star Wars Universe : Mike Quinn " (Authored by Scott Chernoff)
- " Straight from the Horse's Mouth " – Wedding Bells and Wookiee Yells (Authored by Peet Janes)
- " Scouting the Galaxy " – There's Gold in Them Thar Cans (Authored by Stephen J. Sansweet)
- " Prequel Profile : Ty Teiger " (Authored by Jamie Painter)
- " The Jawa Trader "
- " The Last Page "