Anthony Daniels (C-3PO) narrates the multimedia orchestral tour of “Star Wars: In Concert.” The tour is set to play the United Center. Broadway veteran Paige O’Hara makes a paid-autograph signing appearance at a display of “Disney Animation Art …

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From a galaxy (Hollywood) far, far away, there comes a new multimedia concert tour where generations are coming together to celebrate the power of the Force, Jedi Knights and George Lucas. It’s called “Star Wars: In Concert,” and it comes out of …

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Swinging a lightsaber is straightforward, since Krome decided to go with classic third-person melee controls. A small variety of context sensitive combos and a Force Push button makes the combat somewhat fun but mostly bland. Most of the reviews that …

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Update II:
Editor Sue Rostoni has also confirmed that Paul S. Kemp will be writing a novel for The Old Republic in addition to his sequel to Crosscurrent. That brings Paul up to three novels at this time.

Source: SW.com Message Boards
Update I:
Paul S. Kemp has now confirmed that his The Old …

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There was a lot of anticipation for the concept of bringing Star Wars in Concert to life. Giving homage to the sights and sounds of what is arguably the most popular movie series of all time, Star Wars in Concert is a must-see for anybody who …

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Random House.com updated today with an excerpt for the upcoming Crosscurrent novel. Revealing some of Chapter 1 of the novel by Paul S. Kemp, the excerpt can be read after the cut or here. Enjoy!

Source: NJOE.com

Excerpt: Chapter I:

The Past: 5,000 years before the Battle of Yavin

The crust of Phaegon III’s …

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Sean Williams’ The Old Republic: Fatal Alliance will indeed be a July hardcover. (Though I suspect that date may still be subject to change pending word on the release of the actual game.) But that’s not the only upcoming Expanded Universe work set in the era: The site has announced another Old Republic novel [...]

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Ironically, there are those in Cappadocia who’d like to claim Star Wars for their own. At Selime at the end of the Ihlara Gorge they’re particularly fond of saying that the movie was made locally. It’s a fine instance of Chinese whispers, with …

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After numerous Christmases with children, I learned if my wife and I tried to fill each of their gift requests, we would have needed to purchase a larger house or, more accurately, because of costs been reduced to living in a series of tents in a …

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When you have such a jaw-dropping project it is natural to do movie tie-ins of all types. Lunchboxes, notebooks, party favors, comic books, novels… Hell, I got an Avatar glow-in-the-dark T-shirt for my birthday. It’s cool… But the major cash …

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EUCast is the official podcast of EUCantina.net. This week, join your hosts Austin, Mark, William,  and Riley as they discuss the new Star Wars video game, the best parts of the EU, and more! Sit back, relax, and enjoy your friendly neighborhood Expanded Universe podcast!Listen and/ or Subscribe: (MP3 Download) …

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The California Museum will induct 13 individuals tomorrow into the California Hall of Fame, the governor’s office announce today. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver will recognize these Californians at an induction ceremony …

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The film score many consider the best in history took center stage at Sunday evening’s “Star Wars in Concert” performance at Mellon Arena. The 86-piece orchestra led by Dirk Brosse made abundantly clear just how deep and powerful the music is, and …

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The Star Wars actress, who was married to the rocker for less than a year before they split in 1984, is referenced in a string of songs he recorded during their tumultuous union – including Hearts and Bones, Graceland, She Moves On and Allergies …

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The 35-year-old Scrubs star admits he’s a Star Wars superfan, and has studied the films so intensely he can recite any line on cue. And Faison admits his obsession has become so strong, his own three kids now refuse to watch the films with their dad …

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Saw it with the big crowds last night. That was a mistake to start with since there were constantly little cell phones lighting up all over. Honestly, we need jammers n theaters now. As to the movie itself. It had what pleases the age group its aimed …

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It is an era rich with storytelling opportunities not only for players, but for fans of Star Wars literature.

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I’m going to do a multi-part series on gifts for Star Wars fans (or those trying to get into Star Wars.) To start with, I’m going to start with toys. And I would like to remind everyone that Star Wars toys aren’t just for kids. I would be happy to …

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… our youngest son – who has not quite reached his teens — has an entire planet of Lego’s Star Wars buildings on his list. Each one costs more per square foot than my house. And the millions of intricate pieces will only provide our family …

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Last week’s Star Wars game is off the list. But can you explain the return of Brothers in Arms, which was released over a year ago? New Intro: What follows is the correct list of top-grossing games as of today on the iTunes App Store .

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COD 6 (Modern Warfare 2) might be the world’s most popular game, but that doesn’t mean COD 4 Modern Warfare 1 doesn’t have a fighting chance. Okay, who am I kidding. MW2 is the bomb, but for Star Wars fans the first iteratoin of Modern …

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CARRIE FISHER’s actress mother DEBBIE REYNOLDS called in celebrity pal CARY GRANT to counsel the star about her drug addiction when she was a troubled teen. The 53-year-old Star Wars actress has publicly disclosed her acid use and addiction to …

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The Bay Area has at least six new reasons to boast. California’s Hall of Fame will soon have a handful of new members with ties to the Bay Area. Six of the 13 new members who will be inducted to the California Hall of Fame on Tueday are from the Bay …

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It’s officially the Holiday Season here on the ForceCast and this week brother Billy Mac joins us for the entire show during which we manage to talk about Twilight, Corvette Summer, Phantasm, Star Trek… oh and a little Star Wars, too. Not to mention a holiday-crooning Billy Dee and the outrageous theft of a real-life Shadowtrooper.

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Just a reminder to cast your vote for the next Hasbro Star Wars Fans’ Choice Poll! The Top 30 characters have been revealed, and time is quickly running out for fans to cast their votes for their favorite character destined to be made into an action figure! Voting ends today.

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It’s that time again. Time to look at the top grossing games on iTunes for the iPhone and iPod Touch . Why buy 15 games when you can one game that contains 15 games? That must be the selling point for All-In-1 Gameboox which makes its debut this week …

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For every increment of $25 spent at StarWarsShop, you’ll get free gifts to stuff your stockings full of Star Wars goodness!

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I know it’s America’s national pastime, but I’m going to come right out and say it: I don’t like baseball. I played for fun when I was younger, but the game ended up being the end to my amateur athletic antics when I tore an ACL playing for a …

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30 Rock’s character “Grizz” is Tracy’s money manager. He sat on Tracy when he was too neurotic and overstimulated. Grizz is known for his priceless facial expressions. People ” never see it coming” when Grizz cites his emotional observations. Grizz …

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Today’s your last chance to vote for the best Star Wars podcast in the entire galaxy!

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The Star Wars: The Clone Wars TV series is by most accounts much better than it has any right to be, considering the lousy live-action trilogy and animated movie on which it’s based. One of its better characteristics is the high quality of the art …

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The automotive industry is facing some difficult times these days, and we’re all familiar with their incentives to help stimulate sales such as the “Cash For Clunkers” program and lofty cash back rebates. But those programs have been met with …

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enable JavaScript. Learn how . install Adobe Flash 9 or above. Install now . Then come back here and refresh the page. It’s the title that may’ve spurred the most arguments between kids and their parents over whose turn it is to use the Wii and now …

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Nov 30, 2009 (PRWeb.com via COMTEX) — Hastings Entertainment, Inc. announced today a list of Must-Have Christmas Gifts for the 2009 holiday season. Has gift-giving anxiety gotten the best of customers? With Christmas only 26 days away, Hastings …

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Hastings Entertainment, Inc. (Nasdaq: HAST) announces a list of Must-Have Christmas Gifts for the 2009 holiday season. (PRWEB) November 30, 2009 — Hastings Entertainment, Inc. announced today a list of Must-Have Christmas Gifts for the 2009 holiday …

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The Onions A.V. Club has chosen their “Best
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