A very accomplished sci-fi writer beyond his star wars fame. Zahn wrote many books before his five star wars books, the most famous being Spinneret.

Some of his latest books include the Conqueror's trilogy (Conqueror's Pride, Heritage, and Legacy), which chronicles a war between humans and aliens (the Zhurzh) from both sides, and The Icarus Hunt, which is a mystery novel set in space.

He has also collaborated on several comic books and short stories with Michael Stackpole.