Star Trek Comics Checklist

Illustrated Star Trek Books for Children and Young Adults

1977
Star Trek: Giants in the Universe
Random House
Kirk, Spock and Scott explore a gigantic unidentified planet and are captured by a giant.

Star Trek Pop-Up. Hardcover. ISBN 0394835565

Writer: Kay Wood
Artist: ?

1977
Star Trek: Trillions of Trilligs
Random House
The Trillig robots have taken over Ynobe II. Kirk, Spock and Scott beam down in response to emergency calls for help.

Star Trek Pop-Up. Hardcover. ISBN 0394835581

Writer: Kay Wood
Artist: ?

1977
Star Trek: The Truth Machine
Random House
In an attempt to acquire the secret of Warp Drive to power their warships, the Armies of Fomalhaut V trick the crew of the Enterprise into beaming down to their planet. Stardate 3198.4

Hardcover. 45 pages. ISBN 0394835751, 0394935756 (Library Binding)

Writers: Christopher Cerf, Sharon Lerner
Artist: Jane Clark

1977
Star Trek: The Prisoner of Vega
Random House
Captain Kirk and the Enterprise crew confront villains from the Klingon Empire who are holding the beautiful ruler of Vega prisoner.

Hardcover. 45 pages. ISBN 039483576X, 0394935764 (Library Binding)

Writers: Sharon Lerner, Christopher Cerf
Artist: Robert Swanson

Feb 1980
Star Trek: The Motion Picture: The Pop-Up Book
Wanderer Books


Scenes from the film are presented in pop-up dioramas. Hardcover. ISBN 0671955365

Writers: Tor Lokvig, Chuck Murphy
Artist: Tor Lokvig

1980
Viaje a las Estrellas
Editorial Norma


Libros Animados. Spanish translation of Star Trek: The Motion Picture: The Pop-Up Book. Hardcover.

Writer: ?

1983?
Viaje a las Estrellas: Un Gigante en el Universo
Editorial Norma


Libros Animados. Spanish translation of Giants in the Universe. Hardcover.

Writer: ?

1983
Viaje a las Estrellas: La Invasion de los Robots
Editorial Norma


Libros Animados. Spanish translation of Trillions of Trilligs. Hardcover.

Writer: ?

#15 Jun 1984
Star Trek: Voyage to Adventure
Archway Paperback, Pocket Books
You are an ensign assigned to the starship Enterprise. You are given the choice to work in engineering, on the bridge, or in the science laboratory.

Pseudonym of John M. Ford, author of two Star Trek novels, The Final Reflection and How Much for Just the Planet? Gordon Tomei illustrated the interior in black & white, and Kevin E. Johnson painted the cover art. Which Way Books #15, 46 endings. 118 pages. ISBN 0671509896

Writers: Michael J. Dodge
Artist: Gordon Tomei
Cover Artist: Kevin E. Johnson

#15 Jun 1984
Star Trek: Voyage to Adventure
Archway Paperback, Pocket Books


Fourth printing with a new cover design. Which Way Books #15, 46 endings. Mass market paperback. 118 pages. ISBN 067162492X

Writers: Michael J. Dodge
Artist: Gordon Tomei
Cover Artist: Kevin E. Johnson

1985
Star Trek: Voyage to Adventure
Carousel


British edition of Which Way Books #15, 46 endings. Mass market paperback. 118 pages. ISBN 0552522716

Writers: Michael J. Dodge
Artist: Gordon Tomei
Cover Artist: ?

#24 Dec 1986
Star Trek: Phaser Fight
Archway Paperback, Pocket Books
You are an ensign assigned to the Enterprise to gain experience. You get to choose between working with McCoy, Spock, or Kirk.

Gordon Tomei illustrated the interior and Boris Vallejo painted the cover art. Which Way Book #24, 28 endings. Mass market paperback. 118 pages. ISBN 0671632485

Writers: Barbara Siegel, Scott Siegel
Artist: Gordon Tomei
Cover Artist: Boris Vallejo

Nov 1996
These Are The Voyages: A Three-Dimensional Star Trek Album
Pocket Books
The first Star Trek interactive, three-dimensional adventure book, These Are the Voyages celebrates 30 years of the classic television show with 3-D depictions of some of the most incredible voyages of Starfleet's finest vessels, from the original U.S.S. Enterprise to the Starship Voyager. Starfleet's best-known commanders share memorable stories about their amazing adventures, fiercest enemies, and exemplary crews. Climb aboard the outstanding ships of Starfleet and take a three-dimensional journey through space.

Hardcover pop-up book. 8 pages. ISBN 0671551396

Writer: Charles Kurts
Artists: Sinia R. Hillios, Nicholas Jainschigg, John Eaves, Clark Schaffer
Cover Artist: Nadre Davani
Paper Engineering: Chuck Murphy

Jul 2014
Fun with Kirk and Spock: Watch Kirk and Spock Go Boldly Where No Parody has Gone Before!
Cider Mill Press
See the Enterprise. See the Enterprise go boldly. Go Go Go, Enterprise! Go Boldly! Join Kirk and Spock as they go boldly where no parody has gone before! This Prime Directive primer steps through The Guardian of Forever to a simpler time of reading, writing, and red shirts. Fun with Kirk and Spock will help cadets of all ages master the art of reading as their favorite Starfleet officers, Klingons, Romulans, Andorians, and Gorn beam down into exciting adventures.

Hardcover, 72 pages. ISBN 9781604334760

Writer: Robb Pearlman
Artist: Gary Shipman

2016
Fascinating: The Life of Leonard Nimoy
Alfred A. Knopf
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 Leonard's drive to perform. "Learn to play the accordion,"" his father told him. "Actors starve, but at least musicians can eke out a living." But Leonard reached for the stars . . . and caught them. He moved to Hollywood, where he took acting lessons, and drove a taxi and took every role he could get. He worked hard, learned his lines, showed up on time, and studied his craft. Until one day he was offered the role of an alien science officer on a new TV show called Star Trek. Leonard knew what it felt like to be an alien. But did he want the role? Fascinating is the story of how one boy followed his dreams to become one of the most beloved figures of our time.

Hardcover library binding and trade paperback, 40 pages. ISBN 9780375976261

Writer: Richard Michelson
Artist: Edel Rodriguez

Jul 2016
Star Trek: Redshirt's Little Book of Doom
Insight Editions
It's common knowledge that if a Star Trek character is wearing a red shirt, chances are he's going to die. But there are so many other ways red shirt-wearers can be humiliated. By mining the humorous depths of Star Trek's most popular in-jokes--that anyone wearing a red shirt is doomed--this book chronicles the many ways one Starfleet officer's day can be ruined. Poor Red Shirt just can't catch a break. Whether he's dealing with real-life problems we all face like accidentally mixing whites with colors or being stuck sitting behind a very tall Gorn in a movie theater or trying out a standup comedy routine in front of an audience of surly Klingons, our hapless hero faces a universe-sized number of obstacles.

Hardcover, 64 pages. ISBN 9781608877362

Writer: Robb Pearlman
Artist: Anna-Maria Jung

Feb 2017
Star Trek Cats
Chronicle Books
Captain's log: We have entered a galaxy where beloved illustrator Jenny Parks has conjured an astonishingly vivid homage to the original Star Trek series with an unexpected twist: a cast of cats. Featuring a hilarious new take on iconic characters and scenes--from Kirk in the Captain's chair to Spock offering his Vulcan wisdom--this eye-opening adventure stays true to the tone of the classic TV show. Playful, loving, and from a strange new world, Star Trek Cats is the perfect gift for fans of, well, Star Trek and cats.

Hardcover, 64 pages. ISBN 9781452158419

Writer: Jenny Parks
Artist: Jenny Parks

Nov 2017
Search for Spock: A Star Trek Book of Exploration: A Highly Illogical Search and Find Parody
Cider Mill Press
Dr. Spock is missing! Travel through space and time to search and find Dr. Spock among more than 100 other characters, aliens, villains, and crew members. This hidden intergalactic adventure is a perfect challenging and fun activity book for kids, families, and Star Trek fans of all ages! Search all floors, planetary settings, and plots explored by the brave Enterprise fleet members for a certain evasive-yet-adored Vulcan in the entertaining and endearing Search for Spock. The colorful artwork mirrors the famously popular Where's Waldo? activity book series’ charm and simplicity.

Hardcover, 32 pages. ISBN 978-1604337341

Writer: Robb Pearlman
Artist: Craig Boldman

Mar 2018
Star Trek: The Next Generation Cats
Chronicle Books
The cats are back and their continuing mission: to boldly go where no one has gone before. From encounters with the Borg to adventures on the holodeck, Captain Picard, Commander Data, Counselor Troi, Doctor Crusher, and the rest of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701-D crew are reimagined as cats with lovingly detailed and eyebrow-raising scenes from throughout the award-winning series, perfect for Star Trek fans across the Galaxy.

Hardcover, 64 pages. ISBN 9781452167626

Writer: Jenny Parks
Artist: Jenny Parks

Mar 2020
Star Trek: Kirk Fu Manual: A Guide to Starfleet's Most Feared Martial Art
Insight Editions
In unabashed celebration of Captain James T. Kirk's singular fighting skills, Star Trek: Kirk Fu Manual is every Starfleet cadet's must-have training guide for surviving the final frontier. As captain of the legendary U.S.S. Enterprise, James T. Kirk engaged in his share of fisticuffs, besting opponents with a slick combination of moves and guile that remains unmatched. Is there anyone you'd rather have watching your back as you take on Klingons, alien gladiators, genetically engineered supermen, and even the occasional giant walking reptile? Kirk Fu is a series of unarmed combat techniques developed by one of Starfleet's most celebrated starship captains over several years of encounters with alien species on any number of strange new worlds. A blend of various fighting styles, Kirk Fu incorporates elements of several Earth-based martial arts forms as well as cruder methods employed in bars and back alleys on planets throughout the galaxy. It is as unorthodox in practice as it is unbelievable to behold. Including excerpts from Kirk's own notes and personal logs, the Star Trek: Kirk Fu Manual is the perfect training guide for surviving the depths of space. With proper training and practice, every Starfleet cadet can become one with Kirk Fu.

Hardcover, 64 pages. ISBN 9781683835219

Writer: Dayton Ward
Artist: Christian Cornia

Dec 2021
What Is the Story of Captain Kirk?
Penguin Workshop
Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library! Journey to deep space and learn how James Tiberius Kirk became one of the greatest space heroes in the Star Trek universe in this addition to the New York Times bestselling series. From appearances in live action and animated television shows, a series of films, comics, video games, and more, James T. Kirk is an established space captain in pop culture. Star Trek remains one of the most popular science-fiction series of all time, and Captain Kirk is one of the most famous and highly decorated captains in the history of Starfleet. As the commanding officer of starships like the U.S.S. Enterprise, viewers follow his adventures through space. But did you know that Kirk wasn't even the show's first Captain? And that the Star Trek series almost didn't happen? Author M. D. Payne takes readers aboard Starfleet starships as Kirk explores new worlds, encounters new villains, and "boldly goes where no man has gone before."

Hardcover, 112 pages. ISBN 9781524791155

Writer: M.D. Payne
Artist: Robert Squier

May 2022
The Star Trek Book of Friendship: You Have Been, and Always Shall Be, My Friend
Smart Pop
Star Trek has energized friendships for over 50 years. Whether it's exploring a convention, beaming into a movie theater, or joining in on a landing party watch party, generations have been as united in their love of the franchise's bold storytelling and stunning action as they are in the honest fully realized relationships of their favorite characters. Created by fans for fans, with a foreword from Star Trek: Voyager's Robert Picardo and Ethan Phillips, this is a first-of-its-kind, fully authorized celebration of Star Trek's most enduring and endearing friendships, including Kirk and Spock, Picard and Data, Janeway and Seven of Nine, Bashir and Garak, and more! Whether you and your pals think of yourselves as a Sulu and Chekov, a Burnham and Tilly, or even an Archer and Porthos, this is the perfect book to gift to your best Trek friend or keep for yourself! A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book goes to benefit The Planetary Society, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering the world’s citizens to advance space science and exploration.

Hardcover, 128 pages. ISBN 9781637740514

Writers: Robb Pearlman, Jordan Hoffman
Artist: J.K. Woodward
Cover Artist: J.K. Woodward

Aug 2022
Star Trek: The Girl Who Made the Stars
Running Press Kids
A brave girl brings light to her dark world in this empowering and inspiring story officially licensed with Star Trek Discovery. A long, long time ago, a young girl (based on the character of Michael Burnham) found the courage to brave the darkness and to give her people the stars so they would no longer be afraid of the night. Adapted from the Short Trek "The Girl Who Made the Stars," this picture book adapted by New York Times bestselling author Robb Pearlman encourages young readers to be brave, to face their fears and accept challenges, and to always be true to who they are.

Hardcover, 32 pages. ISBN 9780762479023

Writers: Robb Pearlman, Brandon Schultz
Artists: ?

Jul 2022
Star Trek: Baby's First Klingon Words
Insight Kids
The first board book to teach your littlest warriors Klingon. Qapla'! Help your little one learn first words and a new language with this out-of-this-world first words book! A mix of classic and unique first words are presented in English and Klingon with bright, child-friendly illustrations to help with language comprehension. Learn how to greet an enemy, or jagh, to count from wa' to wa'maH, and more. Soon enough your little one will speak with batlh, or honor, with the help of this adorable guide. SCI-FI BONDING: Parents, grandparents, and Trek aunts and uncles can introduce young readers to their favorite series! QAPLA'!: Learn over 40 Klingon words along with their English translations. BUILD EARLY LITERACY SKILLS: Increase your child's vocabulary by associating words in Klingon and English with adorable pictures. THE PERFECT GIFT: Be the talk of the baby shower, birthday party, or Captain Picard Day celebration with this truly unique baby book.

Board book, 20 pages. ISBN 9781647226831

Artist: Ilaria Vescovo

Sep 2022
Star Trek: My First Book of Space
Smart Pop
Go where no board book has gone before with this cosmically awesome exploration of our solar system--and beyond! Thanks to its innovative storytelling, breathtaking special effects, and engaging characters, Star Trek has, for over 55 years, captivated the imaginations of generations of fans. But far more than a simple entertainment, Star Trek has long been cited as the inspiration for countless scientists, engineers, writers, artists, and, of course, astronauts, to enter and succeed in their chosen fields of study. Now, for the first time, the youngest Trekkie can explore strange new worlds and see the universe through a Starfleet Academy telescope. Illustrations of some of Star Trek's most iconic space-faring vessels, including the Enterprise, Voyager, Deep Space Nine, a Klingon Bird of Prey, and the Kataan probe are paired with real photographs of a nebula, the planets, Pluto, the Sun, and even a nebula! And because this pop culture primer is filled with more visual Easter Eggs and jokes than there are stars, it makes the perfect gift for the adult collector, too! When enjoyed along with Star Trek: My First Book of Colors, Star Trek: My First Book of Space offers readers and fans of all ages an age-appropriate, entertaining, and energizing first contact with a comprehensive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education.

Board book, 22 pages. ISBN 9781637741665

Writer: Erin Macdonald
Artist: Jason Kayser

Sep 2022
Star Trek: My First Book of Colors
Smart Pop
Go where no board book has gone before with this exploration of colors seen across the galaxy! Thanks to its innovative storytelling, breathtaking special effects, and engaging characters, Star Trek has, for over 55 years, captivated the imaginations of generations of fans. But far more than a simple entertainment, Star Trek has long been cited as the inspiration for countless scientists, engineers, writers, artists, and, of course, astronauts, to enter and succeed in their chosen fields of study. Now, for the first time, the youngest Trekkie can explore strange new worlds and see the universe through the eyes of a Starfleet cadet. Enjoy illustrations of a SHINY SILVER space station, a GORN GREEN captain wearing a GOLD lame tunic and BROWN gauntlets, and of course Starfleet officers wearing BLUE, YELLOW, and RED shirts! And because this pop culture primer is filled with more visual Easter Eggs and jokes than there are tribbles, it makes the perfect gift for the adult collector, too! When enjoyed along with Star Trek: My First Book of Space, Star Trek: My First Book of Colors offers readers and fans of all ages an age-appropriate, entertaining, and energizing first contact with a comprehensive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education.

Board book, 22 pages. ISBN 9781637741641

Writer: Robb Pearlman
Artist: Jason Kayser

Oct 2022
Star Trek: Trek the Halls
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
A delightfully quirky twist on 'Deck the Halls' that will be a holiday must-have for Trek fans of all generations! This commercial and lighthearted holiday picture book features beloved Star Trek characters and locales from The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Enterprise, and Discovery. With playful, pithy text parodying the beloved holiday carol, this book features characters from across the Star Trek Universe and is illustrated in a fresh style that is sure to appeal to children and adult fans alike. Readers young and old will find themselves transported into the Federation alongside Captains Kirk, Picard, Janeway, and more as they celebrate with their respective crews while sporting their best "ugly" sweaters. This ultimate seasonal gift has page after page of Easter-egg filled scenes that include nods to the Gorn, Guinan, Grudge, and more. Resistance to the holiday spirit is futile!

Hardcover, 32 pages. ISBN 9780316361187

Writer: Robb Pearlman
Artist: Luke Flowers

Jan 2023
To Boldly Go: How Nichelle Nichols and Star Trek Helped Advance Civil Rights
HarperCollins
To Boldly Go tells the true story of Nichelle Nichols and how she used her platform on Star Trek to inspire and recruit a new generation of diverse astronauts and many others in the space and STEM fields. As Lieutenant Uhura on the iconic prime-time television show Star Trek, Nichelle Nichols played the first Black female astronaut anyone had ever seen on screen. A smart, strong, independent Black woman aboard the starship Enterprise was revolutionary in the 1960s when only white men had traveled to outer space in real life and most Black characters on TV were servants. Nichelle not only inspired a generation to pursue their dreams, but also opened the door for the real-life pioneering astronaut Sally Ride, Dr. Mae Jemison, and more. This empowering tribute to the trailblazing pop culture icon reminds us of the importance of perseverance and the power of representation in storytelling. You just might be inspired to boldly go where no one like you has ever gone before!

Hardcover, 40 pages. ISBN 9780063073210

Writer: Angela Dalton
Artist: Lauren Semmer

Mar 2023
What Is the Story of Captain Picard?
Penguin Workshop
Climb aboard the starship USS Enterprise and learn how Jean-Luc Picard became one of the most beloved Starfleet members in the Star Trek universe. Star Trek stands as one of the most popular science-fiction series of all time, and Captain Picard is one of its fan-favorite characters thanks to his inspiring quotes and brilliant leadership. As the captain of the starship USS Enterprise, Picard has taken viewers with him on adventures through space for decades. Now, young fans can learn even more about the famous character, including details about his obsessions with Earl Grey tea and Shakespeare. From appearances in live-action and animated television shows, a series of films, comics, video games, and more, Jean-Luc Picard is an established icon in the Star Trek universe and a beloved character across pop-culture channels. Author David Stabler takes readers aboard Starfleet starships as Picard adventures through space, defeats great evils, and inspires hope in us all to believe that "things are only impossible until they're not."

Hardcover, 112 pages. ISBN 9781524791186

Writer: David Stabler
Artist: Robert Squier

Apr 2024
My Lost Freedom: A Japanese American World War II Story
Crown Books
A moving, beautifully illustrated true story for children ages 6 to 9 about growing up in Japanese American incarceration camps during World War II--from the iconic Star Trek actor, activist, and author of the New York Times bestselling graphic memoir They Called Us Enemy. February 19, 1942. George Takei is four years old when his world changes forever. Two months after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, President Franklin D. Roosevelt declares anyone of Japanese descent an enemy of the United States. George and his family were American in every way. They had done nothing wrong. But because of their Japanese ancestry, they were removed from their home in California and forced into camps with thousands of other families who looked like theirs. Over the next three years, George had three different "homes"": the Santa Anita racetrack, swampy Camp Rohwer, and infamous Tule Lake. But even though they were now living behind barbed wire fences and surrounded by armed soldiers, his mother and father did everything they could to keep the family safe. In My Lost Freedom, George Takei looks back at his own memories to help children today understand what it feels like to be treated as an enemy by your own country. Featuring powerful meticulously researched watercolor paintings, this is a story of a family's courage, a young boy's resilience, and the importance of staying true to yourself in the face of injustice.

Hardcover, 48 pages. ISBN 9780593566350

Writer: George Takei
Artist: Michelle Lee

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