“A Portrait of Walt Disney World” and Other Books Will Celebrate 50th Anniversary

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A new set of Disney books will be coming later this year to celebrate the anniversary. Take a look below at what will be releasing.

A Portrait of Walt Disney World: 50 Years of The Most Magical Place on Earth

This expansive, must-have coffee table book paints a robust portrait of the Walt Disney World Resort across 50 magical years, through diverse and vibrant voices. Disney fans will love the mostly unseen Disney theme park concept art and photographs in this beautiful and nostalgic collection. Written by Kevin Kern, Tim O’Day and Steven Vagnini, fans can bring home this treasure trove of Walt Disney World Resort history beginning September 28th, available for pre-order here.

Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World

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Attention, foodies! Bring home the magic (and food) of Walt Disney World with the newest title in the Delicious Disney lineup! With beautiful photos and behind-the-scenes anecdotes told by authors Marcy Carriker Smothers and Pam Brandon, this cookbook-meets-coffee-table-book enchants with more than sixty recipes ranging from appetizers to desserts, main courses and libations. Disney foodie fans will love this collection of stories and recipes that goes all the way back to opening day in 1971, to current favorites from around the resort. This book will be exclusively available at Walt Disney World Resort and shopDisney beginning September 28th.

Art of Coloring: Walt Disney World: 100 Images to Inspire Creativity from The Most Magical Place on Earth

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You’re never too old to experience the joy of coloring, right? Well, for the creative spirit, this brand new adult coloring book is ideal for taking pencil to paper and adding your own brand of color and style. Get your colored pencils ready! This book will be exclusively available at Walt Disney World Resort and shopDisney beginning September 28th.

Birnbaum’s 2022 Walt Disney World: The Official Vacation Guide

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Walt Disney World will always be growing and evolving, just as Walt intended it. To keep up to date, you can trust Birnbaum as your 2021-2022 guide for insider tips on how to see and do it all! Get the scoop on what’s new for the 50th Anniversary, including insider updates on new attractions, resorts, and more. Available wherever books are sold beginning September 21st.

Birnbaum’s 2022 Walt Disney World for Kids: The Official Guide

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Kids think they are the experts on all things Disney… and they might just be right! In this book, real kids give honest advice for the most awesome Walt Disney World Resort vacation possible, including insider tips for young readers, must-do attraction and dining recommendations, and a hunt for dozens of Hidden Mickeys throughout the theme parks! Available wherever books are sold beginning September 21st.

New Galaxy’s Edge Books In June; Pre-Order Now

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Though we don’t yet know if they’ll be taking visitors at Black Spire Outpost by then, on June 23rd, you’ll be able to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge like a pro.

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: Traveler’s Guide to Batuu by Cole Horton will be released that day, offering advice on what to see and do, along with maps and materials from Lucasfilm and Walt Disney Imagineering:

From the official description:

“Set your course for the edge of the galaxy to the planet Batuu where you’ll be immersed in the alluring offerings of a mysterious outpost and thriving port that is a haven for scoundrels, rogues and smugglers.

Upon arrival, you will have access to an authentic, in-world environment unlike anything you have ever experienced before! This official guide to Batuu is written completely in-world, as if you are a visitor from another part of the galaxy looking for recommendations on where to eat, shop, and sightsee while on your trip to this exciting location.

Highlighted features:

  • Full-color photos, illustrations, and maps
  • Original content from Lucasfilm and Walt Disney Imagineering
  • Backstories to characters and locations found in Black Spire Outpost

Whether living your adventure in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge or simply being an armchair traveler, this in-depth literary companion will delight any fan of Star Wars.”

The book will retail for $19.99, and is available for pre-order on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble.

And if you’re someone who can’t get enough Star Wars trivia, June 23rd also the release of Star Wars: Book of Lists, also by Horton, offering facts about the worlds and characters of the beloved franchise as well as the people who bring them to life.

The official description reads:

“Star Wars: The Book of Lists takes a fascinating look at the galaxy far, far away through trivia culled from both on-screen and off over the history of the franchise. More than a simple accounting of fan-favorite characters or biggest opening weekends, this book is a compendium of the most compelling facts about the saga and fandom summarized in 100 lists.

Find out these fun facts and more with comprehensive lists covering everything you’d want to know about the characters, creatures, ships, planets, and more:

  • Which character has been to the most planets?
  • What are the deadliest creatures in the galaxy?
  • Who shared the most memorable kisses?
  • Which actors have voiced the most characters?
  • What are some of the most surprising cameos?

Compiling a galaxy’s worth of trivia and information about the Star Wars Universe, Star Wars: The Book of Lists is an entertainingly accessible trivia format for both hardcore fans and casual viewers.”

The book retails for $24.99, and is available for pre-order on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble.