Reading recommendations from a galaxy far, far away

Published on 29 April 2026

Ever wondered which book your favourite Star Wars characters would have on their TBR? This Star Wars Day, check out some of our guesses behind the reading preferences of the characters of this iconic series. May the fourth be with you as you explore this list.

Coming-of-age stories of heroism for Luke Skywalker:

• The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss. A story within a story as the renowned Kvothe looks back on his life, from childhood in a travelling performance troupe to feral orphan to becoming a student at a legendary school of magic.
• Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb. The first book in the Farseer trilogy which tells the story of Fitz, an outcast who is adopted into the royal family and must grow from introverted child to skilled assassin.

Fierce female leads loved by Princess Leila:

• A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin. From Arya Stark to Daenerys Targaryen, this series has no shortage of strong female characters overcoming insurmountable challenges in a fantasy world.
• Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte. A coming-of-age novel about a quietly powerful woman, who remains true to herself.

Parenting guides for Darth Vader:

• The #1 Dad Book by James Patterson. A quick and easy guide to being the best dad one can be.
• Strong As A Girl : Your guide to raising girls who know, stand up for, and take care of themselves by Kate Rope. Expert advice for parents and caregivers to build the foundations for raising strong daughters.

Heist books for our favourite smuggler, Han Solo:

• Everyone In This Bank Is A Thief by Benjamin Stevenson. Ten suspects, ten heists and a puzzle only Ernest Cunningham could solve.
• Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo. A ragtag team consisting of a criminal mastermind, a convict, a sharpshooter, a spy and a magic user, take on a dangerous heist that could leave them dead or incredibly wealthy.

Words of wisdom that inspire Yoda:

• Just Saying by Hugh Mackay. An exploration of twenty-five famous quotations by one of Australia’s leading social psychologists.
• The Four Agreements : A Practical Guide To Personal Freedom by Miguel Ruiz. Using ancient Toltec wisdom, Ruiz creates a simple guide for living life based on four principles.