This young-readers adaptation of the original trilogy film, Star Wars_: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, titled The Empire Strikes Back, is considered canon. Geof Smith penned the book, which was released by Golden Books on July 28, 2015. Additionally, Disney–Lucasfilm Press put out an audio version of the book on September 19, 2024.
In anticipation of the release of Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens, the initial six Star Wars movies have been adapted into Little Golden Books!
The iconic Little Golden Book format now features the retelling of the famous space opera, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back! Following the destruction of the Death Star, the Empire has reorganized, and Darth Vader is spearheading the search for Luke Skywalker. This book, showcasing impressive retro artwork, is ideal for fans of both Star Wars and Little Golden Books of all ages!
- ISBN 9780736435444 ; Released on July 28 , 2015 ; Published by Golden Books ; US hardcover [1]
- ISBN 9780736435451 ; Released on August 25 , 2015; Published by Golden Books; US eBook [2]
- ISBN 9781484780411 ; Released on December 15 , 2015 ; Published by Disney–Lucasfilm Press ; US eBook [5]
- ISBN 9780603574191 ; Published in 2017 ; Published by Egmont UK Ltd ; UK hardcover [6]