Lucasfilm and Joe Books celebrate the fortieth anniversary of Star Wars: A New Hope with a deluxe edition cinestory comic adaptation of the film that changed the universe. “When Star Wars: A New Hope premiered in theatres forty years ago, it launched enduring stories and characters that continue to resonate with children and adults alike,” says Joe Books president Steve Osgoode. “We could not be more excited to be celebrating such a milestone with this unique publishing opportunity that allows fans to explore the film that started it all in a brand-new format.” In addition to Star Wars: A New Hope Cinestory Comic, which will be in stores in September 2017, Joe Books is also releasing cinestory comic adaptations of the fan-favourite animated TV show Star Wars Rebels, which include: • Spark of Rebellion: A Star Wars Rebels Cinestory Comic - August 2017 • Path of the Jedi: A Star Wars Rebels Cinestory Comic - November 2017 • Maul: A Star Wars Rebels Cinestory Comic - February 2018 • Grand Admiral Thrawn: A Star Wars Rebels Cinestory Comic - May 2018