# Timothy Zahn Joins Star Trek Deep Space Nine

> Timothy Zahn writes Star Trek mystery graphic novel for Deep Space Nine.
- Title: Timothy Zahn Joins Star Trek Deep Space Nine · Polygon
- Summary: Timothy Zahn writes Star Trek mystery graphic novel for Deep Space Nine. Timothy Zahn will write Star Trek: Roc's Egg, a Deep Space Nine mystery graphic…
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- Source: Polygon — https://polygon.com/star-trek-deep-space-nine-timothy-zahn-star-wars-thrawn-book-announced
- Author: Willa Rowe
- Published: 2026-10-08T16:05:51+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: timothy zahn, star trek, deep space nine, roc's egg, idw publishing, angel hernandez, graphic novel, october 2027, gaming, culture
## Star Wars author joins Star Trek
Timothy Zahn, known for Star Wars Thrawn novels, is moving to Star Trek for a new Deep Space Nine graphic novel.
## Star Trek: Roc's Egg synopsis
A mysterious artifact arrives on Deep Space 9, leading to a Federation JAG investigation into a murder and hidden secrets.
## Graphic novel release date
Star Trek: Roc's Egg is scheduled for release in October 2027, with art by Ángel Hernández.
## Star Trek's current situation
Star Trek has two shows airing but both end next year, creating a gap since 2017 with no TV series.
## Zahn's impact on Star Wars
Zahn's Thrawn novels revived Star Wars interest in the 1990s and helped the franchise gain popularity.
## Why Zahn fits Star Trek now
Zahn's experience can help Star Trek fans stay engaged as the franchise faces a temporary gap in new content.
## Key takeaway

Timothy Zahn will write Star Trek: Roc's Egg, a Deep Space Nine mystery graphic novel released in October 2027.