The Horse's Mouth


The Horse's Mouth, which was initially known as Straight from the Horse's Mouth, was a recurring section in the Star Wars Insider magazine. This column was authored by both Bob Cooper and Peet Janes. The department provided coverage of the most recent Star Wars comic books published by Dark Horse Comics, including series like _Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi_ and Star Wars: Republic.

Before the magazine became Star Wars Insider, these articles first appeared in the twenty-first edition of The Lucasfilm Fan Club Magazine. Beginning with Star Wars Insider 44, it started to alternate with the Bookshelf department, which was written by Jason Fry.

The Lucasfilm Fan Club Magazine 21

A discussion on the creation and popularity of Dark Empire, along with previews of Star Wars and Indiana Jones comics that would be released in 1994 and 1995.

The Lucasfilm Fan Club Magazine 22

A sneak peek at the upcoming comic book series Dark Empire II and Tales of the Jedi - Dark Lords of the Sith.

Star Wars Insider 23

An interview with Chris Gossett, a comic book artist, about the Tales of the Jedi - Dark Lords of the Sith limited series.

Star Wars Insider 24: The Art of Dave Dorman and Hugh Fleming

Conversations with Dave Dorman and Hugh Fleming, both artists who create covers for Star Wars comics.

Star Wars Insider 25

Bob Cooper offers a preview of the Star Wars comics that Dark Horse has planned for release in 1995 and 1996.

Star Wars Insider 26: "A Guide to the Tales of the Jedi Universe, Part 1"

The first installment of a three-part guide that explores the Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi comic book series.

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Star Wars Insider 27: "A Guide to the Tales of the Jedi Universe, Part 2"

The second part of a three-part guide focusing on the Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi comic book series.

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Star Wars Insider 28: "A Guide to the Tales of the Jedi Universe, Part 3"

The concluding part of a three-part guide dedicated to the Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi comic book series.

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Star Wars Insider 29: "Creating the Shadows Comic Book"

A discussion about the process of creating the Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire comic book series.

Star Wars Insider 30

Bob Cooper describes a typical day for a Star Wars editor and explains how to submit your work to Dark Horse.

Star Wars Insider 31

An interview with Edvin Biuković, the artist behind the Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron: The Phantom Affair story arc.

Star Wars Insider 32

A discussion of Al Williamson's contributions to Star Wars comics, which includes his work on the upcoming Star Wars: A New Hope - The Special Edition miniseries.

Star Wars Insider 33

A new Star Wars comic is developed collaboratively across four cities on two continents.

Star Wars Insider 34: "X-Wing: Rogue Squadron"

"X-Wing: Rogue Squadron" written by Peet Janes

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Star Wars Insider 35

Bob Cooper provides an overview of Dark Horse's 1998 collection of Star Wars comics.

Star Wars Insider 36: "Crimson Empire"

An in-depth preview of Star Wars: Crimson Empire, featuring interviews with Mike Richardson, Randy Stradley, and Paul Gulacy.

Star Wars Insider 37

An article about Kilian Plunkett by Peet Janes.

Star Wars Insider 38: "The Passing of a Legend: Archie Goodwin"

The Passing of a Legend: Archie Goodwin by Peet Janes.

Star Wars Insider 39: "Mara Jade - Who Needs Movies to be a Star?"

An extensive examination of the character Mara Jade, with a focus on her appearances in comic books and the soon-to-be-released Star Wars: Mara Jade – By the Emperor's Hand miniseries.

Star Wars Insider 40: "Dark Forces Rising"

This article promoted Dark Forces: Jedi Knight, the final book in the Dark Forces novella trilogy.

Star Wars Insider 41: "A New Era in Star Wars Comics"

Ki-Adi-Mundi takes center stage in a new wave of Star Wars Comics

Star Wars Insider 42: "Vader & Fett Blast Off In New Comics"

Vader and Fett emerge as the dark heroes on Dark Horse's upcoming releases. Note: The table of contents incorrectly lists the feature as being on Page 76, but it is actually on Page 72.

Star Wars Insider 43

The official Episode I comic adaptation from Dark Horse has arrived!

Star Wars Insider 45: "Aurra Sings the Blues"

A detailed exploration of the character Aurra Sing and her role in Star Wars comics. The department's title is shortened to just The Horse's Mouth for the first time.

Star Wars Insider 47: "Wedding Bells and Wookiee Yells"

Comprehensive previews of both the Star Wars: Union and Star Wars: Chewbacca miniseries.

Star Wars Insider 48

Tale Spinning: Dark Horse Comics delves into anthology storytelling with Star Wars Tales

Star Wars Insider 49: "Episode V Depicted in Comics"

An examination of Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back as portrayed in comics, including Marvel's adaptation and other comic series and stories that relate to the film's events.

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