ForceCast #303: Wedge Issues

On this episode, we discuss Episode VII's Abu Dhabi set, Star Wars Rebels news, a mystery Billy Dee Williams project, Denis Lawson bailing on Star Wars, and more. Plus, we interview acclaimed children's book author Tony DiTerlizzi, whose upcoming picture book retells the story of the original trilogy using Ralph McQuarrie's iconic concept art. Friday means ForceCast, and we've got a great one for you this week!

Show Notes:

The HoloNet

• Simon Kinberg: Star Wars Rebels Season Will Be 16 Episodes
  
• Billy Dee Williams Says He Played Lando In An Upcoming Project
  
• Report From The Abu Dhabi Set Of Episode VII: A 'Whole World' In The Desert
  
• Antilles Ain't Interested: Denis Lawson Says He Rejected Episode VII Role
  
• Del Rey Teases Star Wars: Tarkin, Announces New Insider Short Story
  
• Carrie Fisher loses 40 pounds for role as Leia.
  
• New Interview Sheds More Light On Disney Kids Book Retelling Original Trilogy

Discussion

• We interview Tony DiTerlizzi, author of the upcoming picture book The Adventures of Luke Skywalker, Jedi Knight.

Fan Focus

• Celebration Website Relaunches With Host, Event Info
  
• Longer Synopsis For Heir To The Jedi Posted

The Comlink

• We read feedback from Christian, Keri, and Tony.

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