Now This Is Lit: A Star Wars Podcast

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Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

  1. MAR 24

    Mike Chen's Entry Into the Best Star Wars Droids Hall of Fame

    Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell welcomes Star Wars author Mike Chen back onto the show to discuss his latest novel, Outlaws: Low Red Moon!Grab your copy of Low Red Moon here: https://starwarsbooks.info/outlaws-low-red-moon/ Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

    1h 3m

  2. MAR 10

    The Courtship of Princess Leia: A Mildly Problematic Love Story

    Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell and producer Davor celebrate Valentine's Day with a Star Wars book discussion all about The Courtship of Princess Leia. Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

    44 min

  3. JAN 27

    Outlaws: Low Red Moon Is Mike Chen's Best Star Wars Book Yet

    Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell reviews Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon by Mike Chen (spoiler-free review). Get your copy of Low Red Moon here: https://starwarsbooks.info/outlaws-low-red-moon/ Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

    9 min

  4. JAN 20

    50 Years of Light, Magic, and Changing On-Screen Storytelling Forever

    Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell reviews Industrial Light & Magic: 50 Years of Innovation by Ian Failes. Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

    8 min

  5. JAN 13

    Every Star Wars Book Turning 10 in 2026

    Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell looks back at the Star Wars books that were published 10, 20, 30, and 50 years ago this year. Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

    23 min

  6. JAN 6

    Every Star Wars Book Releasing in 2026 (So Far)

    Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell discusses the Star Wars books, comics, manga, and more releasing this year! Read the full list here: https://open.substack.com/pub/starwarslitpod/p/every-star-wars-book-releasing-in-2026 Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

    26 min

  7. 12/30/2025

    Star Wars Reading Resolutions 2026

    Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell and producer Davor reflect on their Star Wars reading goals over the past year -- and share their goals for 2026! Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

    48 min

  8. 12/23/2025

    The Best Star Wars Books of 2025

    The time has come to announce the best of Star Wars publishing this year! Now This Is Lit host Meg Dowell and producer Davor share their picks for the best stories and creators in the franchise from 2025. Special thanks to our NTIL Community members for contributing to a special category for this year's book awards! We couldn't do any of this without you. Stay cool, people. Become an NTIL Community member for access to The Nameless Show and a free sticker! https://www.patreon.com/starwarslitpod/ Get your first Star Wars audiobook free when you sign up for an Audible trial here: http://www.audibletrial.com/faraway/ Subscribe to the Now This Is Lit newsletter on Substack:: https://starwarslitpod.substack.com/ Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

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Now This Is Lit is a podcast celebrating Star Wars books of all shapes and sizes. In an ongoing series of interviews, discussions, and deep dives into the rapidly expanding world of Star Wars storytelling, the show invites Star Wars readers and creators to share their love of Star Wars through its books, short stories, comics, and more. Everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars literature, the people who make it, and the fans who celebrate it, you'll find it here. Follow NTIL on Twitter: https://twitter.com/starwarslitpod Inquiries: starwarslitpod@gmail.com Follow Star Wars Book Reviews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starwarsbookreviews/ Meg Dowell is a journalist, photographer, book reviewer, and Star Wars fan. She has made guest appearances on over a dozen podcasts and is the creator and host of Starbird Dawn, a podcast about finding hope in the stories of Star Wars. Follow Meg on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MegDowell Read Meg's interviews, articles and more: https://muckrack.com/meg-dowell

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