Ryder Windham
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Description
Ryder Windham is an American science fiction author who has written more than 60 Star Wars books, including novels, comics, and reference books.
Books
Breakout Squad
A Jedi general vanishes on a distant world, leaving his young apprentice and a group of untested clone troopers to complete a dangerous secret mission. Trapped in the vast expanse of Wild Space, in the far outskirts of the galaxy, this inexperienced team must look for help among a world of smugglers and criminals while evading Darth Sidious's ruthless bounty hunter, Cad Bane. With few options and time running out, they'll need all the help they can get!
Star Wars - The Rise and Fall of Darth Vader
This is the legendary story of Anakin Skywalker as it's never been told before - through his eyes… From rise to fall, from light to dark, and back again. Born a slave. Raised a Jedi. Feared by a Galaxy.
Jedi vs. Sith
The Ultimate Guide to the Absolute Power at the Heart of the Star Wars Galaxy The Force, in the immortal words of Obi-Wan Kenobi, "surrounds us, it penetrates us, it binds the galaxy together." The fortunate few who are able to tap into this extraordinary power have studied and cultivated the full spectrum of its potential - either embracing its virtuous qualities or succumbing to its evil temptations. The Jedi seek to bring peace and englightenment to the galaxy, while the Sith hunger only for conquest and control. This comprehensive one-of-a-kind overview chronicles the known history of the Force and its wielders down through the ages, from the founding tenents of Jedi and Sith teachings to the landmark events and legendary figures that have shaped the struggle between the light and dark sides. In firsthand accounts by Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa Solo, Darth Bane, Darth Vader, Count Dooku, Emperor Palpatine, and a host of other Jedi Masters, Sith Lords, scholars and sages, Star Wars: Jedi vs. Sith: The Essential Guide to the Force spans the breadth of available knowledge, including The first recorded discovery of the Force Significant battles affected by the Force throughout galactic history The purpose, construction, and importance of Holocrons The evolution of the Jedi and Sith orders Force sensitive abilities - including battle meditation, telekinesis and "mind tricks" A vivid portrayal of the Chosen One, Anakin Skywalker PLUS - More than one hundred brand-new full color illustrations! No Star Wars library is complete without this definitive guide to understanding the Force. Remember: The Force will be with you…always.
Anakin/Vader
Based on all six of the Star Wars movies, tells the story of Anakin Skywalker from his birth in slavery to his death as the powerful Darth Vader.
Galactic Crisis
Galactic Crisis! is a young readers book written by Ryder Windham that was published by DK at reading level 4.
The Ultimate Visual Guide
With more than 1000 images from the movies, cartoons, comics, novels, and TV series, this visual guide uncovers the full story of the amazing Star Wars saga.
Journey Through Space
Describes the planets and their life forms which make up the Star Wars galaxy.
Star Wars Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (Junior)
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.... A rebellion makes its most desperate move. A galaxy hangs in the balance. A new Jedi rises. A circle is completed. The journey ends.
Revenge of the Sith Scrapbook
Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith Movie Scrapbook is a young reader's guide to the events of Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith written by Ryder Windham.
Star Wars Adventures - The Warlords of Balmorra
What Count Dooku wants, Count Dooku gets. Even if it's a Senator. Even if it's a Hutt. He is lucky to have bounty hunters like Jango Fett and Aurra Sing to help him.
Star Wars Adventures - The Shape-Shifter Strikes
Darth Tyranus has placed a bounty on the head of Hurlo Holowan, the diabolical droid engineer. But Holowan has fled to her fortified estate on Kuat. Getting into her headquarters is going to be difficult. Getting out is going to be tougher. Only a shapeshifter could hope to enter. Only a bounty hunter named Zam Wesell could hope to exit…alive.
Star Wars Adventures - The Hostage Princess
Mace Windu and Kit Fisto investigate the sudden siege of a Fondor spaceport by droid forces. The capture of a Nallastian noble leads the Jedi on a pursuit [...] they must act quickly to save the life of the captive princess.
Star Wars Adventures - The Cavern of the Screaming Skulls
Three missing gems. One dangerous cave. One life in the balance. You are on a race against time ... and death. May the Force be with you.
Hunt the Sun Runner
When a legendary spacecraft appears, the planet Fondor and its moon, Nallastia, are on the verge of civil war to claim ownership. Only the Jedi Knights can solve the conflict and bring order back to the people of Fondor.
Star Wars - Episode I Adventures - Pirates From Beyond the Sea
Space pirates have attacked the Gungans' sacred place, hijacking ancient statues and threatening to sell them to the highest bidder. They have also taken Rep Teers hostage. Only a small band of Gungans can save Teers and the treasures. The pirates have invaded—and time is running out.
