Here’s an unauthorized compendium for Trekkers who are unafraid of pointing the finger at oversights, and who know it’s great fun to find the sloppy mistakes (or cost-cutting cheating) in a show that takes itself very seriously.
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The Impossible Has Happened: The Life and Work of Gene Roddenberry, Creator of Star Trek
September 8, 2016 will mark the fiftieth anniversary of the debut of the world’s most successful science fiction television series: Star Trek. In this new biography Lance Parkin, author of Aurum’s acclaimed Magic Words: The Extraordinary Life of Alan Moore, will go in search of the show’s creator, Gene Roddenberry. This book reveals how an […]
Beyond Uhura – Star Trek and Other Memories
The first African-American woman to have a major, continuing television role tells the inside story of Star Trek and its creator–her onetime lover and lifelong friend–and her struggle to overcome racism and bias against women. 100,000 first printing.
Star Trek Sex: Analyzing the Most Sexually Charged Episodes of the Original Series
The Sexiest Starship Alive. It’s how People Magazine would crown the Enterprise’s crew if the pop culture stalwart warped into the 23rd century. Captain Kirk’s randy reputation old, intergalactic news? Thankfully, this isn’t a ‘How to Score’ guide penned by J.T.K. It’s no tell-all memoir to shock and awe, nor cosmic celebrity sex tape full […]
Fascinating: The Life of Leonard Nimoy
A moving biography of the late Leonard Nimoy, the iconic Spock from Star Trek, whose story exemplifies the American experience and the power of pursuing your dreams. Once there was a boy named Leonard who loved to sing and to act. His parents were immigrants who felt like aliens in America, and certainly didn’t understand […]
Chekov’s Enterprise
The actor who portrays Lieutenant Pavel Chekov of the Starship Enterprise describes his experiences and provides portraits of fellow actors during the filming of the Star trek movie based on the popular television series.
DeForest Kelley: Up Close and Personal: A Harvest of Memories from the Fan Who Knew Him Best
If not for a question I couldn’t answer back in 2000, this book probably would never have been written. When DeForest Kelley’s biographer Terry Lee Rioux asked me, “How did you go from being a fan—on the outermost reaches of fandom—to being at Mr. Kelley’s bedside when he died?” I was struck speechless. Finally, I […]
These Are the Voyages: TOS: Season 3
Marc Cushman’s biography of Star Trek the original series (TOS) takes you back in time for the final season of this iconic television show, to the production offices, the writers’ room, onto the soundstages, and in front of your TV sets for what many thought would be Star Trek’s final voyage. Included are hundreds of […]
Anthropology of Star Trek: exploring core cultural concepts
Explore the world of cultural anthropology through the lens of Star Trek. Star Trek acts as both cultural mirror and cultural teacher through its role as contemporary mythos. Chapters range from exploring the Prime Directive to Languages, Economics, and Political Ideologies. Get to know the rich diversity of the fandom culture that has persevered for […]
Star Trek Psychology: The Mental Frontier
The next entry in Sterling’s pop culture psychology series features 20 chapters and an exclusive interview with Rod Roddenberry–son of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry. In a fun and accessible way, Star Trek Psychology delves deep into the psyches of the show’s well-known and -loved characters. The trailblazing franchise spans five TV series, 13 films, […]
Star Trek: Prey: Book 3: The Hall of Heroes
Continuing the milestone 50th anniversary celebration of Star Trek—an epic new trilogy that stretches from the events of The Original Series movie The Search for Spock to The Next Generation! The Klingon Empire stands on the precipice. In the wake of violence from the cult known as the Unsung, paranoia threatens to break Chancellor Martok’s […]
Star Trek: Voyager: Architects of Infinity
An original novel set in the universe of Star Trek: Voyager, from the New York Times bestselling author. As the Federation Starship Voyager continues to lead the Full Circle Fleet in its exploration of the Delta Quadrant, Admiral Kathryn Janeway remains concerned about the Krenim Imperium and its ability to rewrite time to suit its […]
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: The Long Mirage
More than two years have passed since the destruction of the original Deep Space 9. In that time, a brand new, state-of-the-art starbase has replaced it, commanded by Captain Ro Laren, still the crew and residents of the former station continue to experience the repercussions of its loss. For instance: Quark continues his search for […]
Star Trek: The Next Generation: Headlong Flight
An exhilarating thriller from bestselling author Dayton Ward set in the universe of Star Trek: The Next Generation, following Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his crew as they explore the previously uncharted and dangerous Odyssean Pass. Surveying a nebula as part of their continuing exploration of the previously uncharted “Odyssean Pass,” Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the […]
Star Trek: Prey: Book 2: The Jackal’s Trick
Continuing the milestone 50th anniversary celebration of Star Trek—an epic new trilogy that stretches from the events of The Original Series movie The Search for Spock to The Next Generation! The Klingon-Federation alliance is in peril as never before. Lord Korgh has seized control of the House of Kruge, executing a plot one hundred years […]
Star Trek: Prey: Book 1: Hell’s Heart
Continuing the milestone 50th anniversary celebration of Star Trek—an epic new trilogy that stretches from the events of The Original Series movie The Search for Spock to The Next Generation! When Klingon commander Kruge died in combat against James T. Kirk on the Genesis planet back in 2285, he left behind a powerful house in […]
These Are the Voyages: TOS: Season 1 Revised and Expanded Edition
These are the Voyages: TOS, Season One contains hundreds of previously unpublished insights and recollections from actors, directors, producers, and production crew, capturing what went on from every perspective, including memos dictated by Roddenberry while reading drafts to the series scripts. The book offers a unique look behind-the-scenes in the form of original staff memos, […]
Star Trek Log Six
Includes adaptations of three “Star Trek: The Animated Series” episodes: An adaptation of TAS: “Albatross”. An adaptation of TAS: “How Sharper Than a Serpent’s Tooth”. An adaptation of TAS: “The Practical Joker”.
Star Trek Vault: 40 Years from the Archives
Star Trek Vault charts the remarkable history of the world’s most popular science fiction series, examining the franchise’s first 40 years. Covering all six Star Trek television series and the ten original feature films, the book highlights the far-reaching social and scientific optimism that underpins the franchise, dwelling on milestones such as its groundbreaking mixed-race […]
Star Trek: Klingon Bird-of-Prey Haynes Manual
The Bird-of-Prey is the classic Klingon starship—a tough raiding and scouting vessel that has served at the heart of the Klingon Defense Force for more than a hundred years. Life on board is harsh and brutal, with any sign of weakness leading to a challenge to the death. The ship itself is stripped back and […]
