New Kickstarter campaign launches in early 2025 to chronicle the Untold Story of Palitoy’s Star Wars Toys

Get ready to embark on an epic journey into the history of Palitoy, the UK toy company that captivated generations of Star Wars fans. A new Kickstarter campaign, launching in Q1 of 2025 from Total Toy Books, seeks to fund the creation of the definitive tome on Palitoy’s Star Wars legacy: Total Star Wars Toys: The Palitoy Saga.

While many fans associate Palitoy with the iconic cardboard Death Star playset, Total Star Wars Toys: The Palitoy Saga dives much deeper. The book explores the fascinating complexities of bringing Star Wars toys to market in a fledgling era, from navigating limited source material to
responding to retailer shortages and maintaining momentum between films.

The book will include exclusive interviews with the creative minds who shaped Palitoy’s Star Wars output, including Bob Brechin: Chief Designer, Roger Morrison: Tooling Manager, John Holmes: Manufacturing Manager, Geoff Maisey: Marketing and Brand Manager for Star Wars, Carol Deighton: Head of Monroe/Deighton PR, Nick Farmer: creator of iconic Star Wars displays and promotional items; and Dave Barnacle, the Designer at Ray Hastings Studios,, who was responsible for much of Palitoy’s Star Wars marketing materials.

Unveiling the Stories Behind the Toys

The book delves into the fascinating stories behind these beloved toys, from their initial design concepts to the manufacturing processes and marketing campaigns that captivated a generation. The book will be a visual feast, featuring hundreds of stunning images of these iconic toys, including rare photographs and promotional materials.

The upcoming Kickstarter campaign features exciting stretch goals that will elevate the book for fans. Supporters can unlock additional pages, a premium hardcover edition, and even a bespoke-designed, deluxe slipcase.

Beyond the Toys: Exploring the British Comic Book Connection

Total Star Wars Toys: The Palitoy Saga also explores the unique contributions of British comic book creators like Alan Moore, Paul Neary, and John Higgins to the Star Wars universe.

This Kickstarter campaign offers Star Wars fans a chance to be part of preserving this importantpiece of pop culture history.

Total Toy Books is dedicated to creating high-quality publications that explore the fascinating
world of collectible toys and pop culture phenomena

Help bring Total Star Wars Toys: The Palitoy Saga to life: sign up for the pre-launch notification on the Kickstarter page to be notified when the campaign launches in Q1 of 2025



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