Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Michael Kogge the author of Star Wars: The Last Jedi 'A Junior Novel,' to the show. Michael Kogge is also known for Empire of the Wolf, and junior novel adaptations for Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Batman vs. Superman: Crossfire. In this episode, Michael Kogge joins Mark and Becca to discuss his literary adaptation of Star Wars: The Last Jedi 'A Junior Novel.' The hosts of Tarkin's Top Shelf take turns asking questions varying from character perspectives and directions, to conceptual angles and motivations, and so much more. So, tune in now and learn even more about The Last Jedi, for all things are possible in the Force!

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Is it possible that we'll see a literary character(s) crossover in Star Wars Resistance? In this episode, Mark and Becca discuss the possibility of characters from the Star Wars literary universe crossing over into the upcoming animated series, Star Wars Resistance. After all, if one is to understand the great mystery that is Star Wars, one must study all its aspects, not just the films. And so, Tarkin's Top Shelf continues to dive deep into the books and relentlessly look for continuity connections between the pages of the books and everything in between.

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Welcome to a Clone Wars Chat with JAT! Today we are humbled and honored to welcome, James Arnold Taylor (JAT), the voice of Master Obi-Wan Kenobi and Plo Koon from Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Ratchet, Tidus, Johnny Test, Fred Flintstone, Flash, Spidey, Fox Sunday and the author of JAT 365: 365 inspirations for the pursuit of your dreams to our show! In this episode, Mark and Becca sitdown with the man of many voices, James Arnold Taylor to talk about The Clone Wars and everything in between.

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"Tarkin's Top Shelf" welcomes Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano, the creator of Her Universe, and the author of "It's YOUR Universe" to the show! In this episode, Mark and Becca join Ashley in discussing her journey through dreams and hope by delving into her memoir of positivity preparation. Along their journey-filled discussion, they take a moment to touch on Ahsoka Tano and the revival of Star War: The Clone Wars announcement from San Diego Comic Con.

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"Tarkin's Top Shelf" revisits an old friend with Star Wars: THRAWN: Alliances by Timothy Zahn and Del Rey Books. In this episode, Mark and Becca discuss the unlikely duo of General Anakin Skywalker and Commander Mith’raw’nuruodo and then, the fierce rivals of Darth Vader and Admiral Thrawn. It's not just about character dynamics, it's about dark secrets, and plot twists too. And "Tarkin's Top Shelf" is about to uncover, and go over it all!  After all, if one is to face their future, you must first face your past.

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Tarkin's Top Shelf gets back to the basics with Star Wars: Most Wanted by Rae Carson and Disney/Lucasfilm Press. In this episode, Mark and Becca break the binding by taking a closer look, through a critical lens at the prequel to Solo: A Star Wars Story, Star Wars: Most Wanted. Each host takes a turn fleshing out each character and discussing the plot, pace, and flow of the storyline. They even take the time to connect current and past content to this well contained Han and Qi'ra centric adventure. Oh, and that's not all! Mark throws in an extra review as he gives a quick rundown of Star Wars: The Mighty Chewbacca in the Forest of Fear!

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Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Dan Wallace to the show to talk about Star Wars: The Rebel Files. Dan Wallace is the author of Jedi Path, Book of Sith, Imperial Handbook, The Bounty Hunter Code, and the soon-to-be-released, The Rebel Files. In this episode, Mark and Becca sitdown with Dan Wallace to discuss Star Wars and The Rebel Files. This interview takes on a personal perspective by Dan Wallace as he delves into his love for Star Wars and his vision on the galaxy far, far away. It's an interview you don't want to miss!

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Mark and Becca are back to talk about the Force and the Whills. In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts get into some real controversial territory as they discuss the recent conversation between George Lucas and James Cameron. Each host takes a turn shedding light and connecting current continuity to Lucas' ideas for the final Star Wars trilogy. So, give it a listen and you be the judge on should've, could've, would've?

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Solo: A Star Wars Story is NOW playing in theaters, and Tarkin's Top Shelf is ready to talk about it! Mark and Becca have a lot to say about Solo and so much more. Unlike the other Solo reviews you've listened to on other podcasts, Tarkin's Top Shelf has decided to turn it up a notch. Why? Well, because so much can Spawn from Solo! So, you may want to strap yourselves in and keep an eye out for the Maw. Only a complete idiot would go into a place like that.

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Mark and Becca are back to talk about some recent Star Wars News and that 'Mighty Skywalker Blood!' In this episode, they go over a variety of Star Wars literature that focuses on the Skywalker family. In doing so, they tackle that burning question that's circulating the internet: "Were Han and Leia 'Bad Parents?'" So, grab your 'Jedi breathing device' and get ready for a deep discussion on Tarkin's Top Shelf.

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Mark and Becca are back to talk about Daniel José Older's 'Star Wars: Last Shot!' In this episode, they go over the leading cast and the thrilling adventure that links them throughout the ages. Still, it's hard to decide if 'Last Shot' is Han's or Lando's story, or both! So, buckle up and fly casual with Tarkin's Top Shelf.

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Mark and Becca are back to add Star Wars: The Last Jedi to Tarkin's Top Shelf. In this episode, they discuss and go over their initial reactions to Jason Fry's novel adaptation of The Last Jedi. The good. The not so good. And, yeah, the unexpected too. Yes, the cohesion of film to paper, the characters' motivations, and connective continuity. It's a lot to digest, but hey, it's Star Wars! So, grab a mug of Luke's favorite green-milk and get ready for some Tarkin's Top Shelf!

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  Welcome to a special episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf! Mark and Becca are joined by Michael Moreci to talk parallels. Yup, that's right! Parallels and the blurred lines between The Last Jedi and the novelization of Revenge of the Sith. It is a story of love and loss.  Brotherhood and betrayal. Courage and sacrifice. And the death of dreams. It is a story of the blurred line between our best and our worst. It is the story of the end of an age.  And you don't want to miss it! So as always, grab a warm mug of Luke's favorite green-milk and join the conversation.

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A Galaxy of New Books has spawned from Solo! That's right! Disney Books has delivered the upcoming literary list of Solo Adventures:  Star Wars: Last Shot and Star Wars: Most Wanted to name a few. Mark and Becca are ready to jump on that Solo train to an all-new slew of Star Wars stories! So, don't get left behind.  Join the ride and head to the literary-verse of that galaxy far, far away.

Tarkin's Top Shelf is back! In this episode, Becca welcomes guest host Eric Oknenhout to the show. They discuss the upcoming book possibilities for 'Solo: A Star Wars Story.' Afterward, they dive right into their main topic for discussion. The latest Darth Vader Comics, featuring Master Nu! They review issues 8-10 by adding a bit of creative canonical-thinking to the mix. Doing their best to link the Star Wars comic-verse to 'The Last Jedi.' It's all about Darth Vader, Master Nu, and the Jedi texts! So, warm up a mug of Luke's favorite green-milk and settle in with Tarkin's Top shelf.

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Welcome back to another episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf! Mark and Becca go over Disney's: "Chewie and the Porgs!" Afterwards, they dissect and analyze the latest Star Wars Rebels trailer and how it ties-in with the sequel trilogy. And then, it all comes full circle with the next ten stories from Star Wars: From a Certain Point View. So, warm up a mug of Luke's favorite green-milk and settle in with Tarkin's Top Shelf as they talk about Chewie, Porgs, and Star Wars.

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Welcome to Tarkin’s Top Shelf! The only Star Wars Literature Podcast on the internet that dissects and analyzes your favorite, and maybe, least favorite canon books. In this episode, Mark, and Becca welcome the entire cast from Idiot's Array Podcast for a spectacular Roundtable event! It's a combo show! Initial reactions to Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Del Rey's 'Canto Bight!' It's a No-Holds-Barred discussion, upfront and honest reviews, without the negativity.

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Welcome to Tarkin’s Top Shelf, the only Star Wars Literature Podcast on the internet that dissects and analyzes your favorite (and maybe least favorite) canon books. In this episode, Mark and Becca go over Disney's "The Legends of Luke Skywalker." They break down the six stories and go into a bit of creative theoretical thinking as they connect the storytelling to "The Last Jedi." But, before they dive in with both feet on Luke's Legends, your hosts discuss the current Entertainment Weekly News and New TV Spots for Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

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Welcome to another edition of "Tarkin's Top Shelf"! Mark and Becca are back to continue their discussion on Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View. In this episode, they pick up right where they left off. As they discuss the next ten stories, they do a little creative theoretical thinking as well. After all, it's all about connecting canonical content from the books to the screen, and everything else in between.

Mark and Becca have a quick chitchat to catch up on the latest Star Wars Rebels and the impending Star Wars: The Last Jedi art book. Once they're all caught up, they get down to business breaking down the next section of stories. So, get cozy by the fire and check out their assessments on Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View.

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Welcome back to another episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf. The only Star Wars Literature Podcast on the internet that dissects and analyzes your favorite (and maybe least favorite) Canon books. In this episode, Mark, and Becca give their perspectives on Star Wars: From A Certain Point of View. Of course, the book contains 40 stories to commemorate the 40th year of Star Wars. But, your hosts will be looking at the stories in groups of 10 per episode. So, sit back and keep warm by the fire, and allow Tarkin's Top Shelf to shed some light on Star Wars literature.

Welcome back to another episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf. In today's show, Becca, and Mark go over the latest Star Wars novel from Del Rey Publishing: PHASMA! They dissect and analyze her mystique and origins. Phasma Fact 101: if Phasma knows you know her secrets, you will die. So, BEWARE and listen at your own risk.

Star Wars: PHASMA is written by Delilah S. Dawson and is part of "The Journey to The Last Jedi" series.

News:

• Ron Howard is tweeting pictures again using the #UntitledHanSoloMovie hashtag. Was that Kessel?
• Should we see Kessel on the big screen in the Han Solo movie?
• Coming soon! Del Rey's Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View on October 3rd, 2017.

Mentions:

• April Whitney from Chronicle Books "Star Wars: Kirigami"
• Starlight Fun Centers Foundation

Topic and Discussion:

• Star Wars: Phasma--Full Analysis of her Mystique an Origins.
• Essential Characters and their importance.
• Con Star Mining Corporation
• Mad Max "Thunder Dome" scenario and parallels.
• The (Churrk) Oracle and the Rite of Passage.
• Similarities and possible symbolism from "The Never Ending Story"
• Continuity, Connections, and Possibilities for Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
• Will Phasma's backstory be essential going forward?
• Where is Captain Cardinal now?

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