Two Decades ofTwilight— Celebrate the 20th Anniversary with Three Collectible Editions (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Stephenie Meyer; ‘Twilight’ 20th Anniversary book cover.Photo:Jake Abel;Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Jake Abel;Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

It’s a big year for Twihards!

On Friday, Feb. 14, Little, Brown Books announced three new special edition versions of Stephenie Meyer’s hit book seriesTwilightin celebration of its 20th anniversary.

All three editions hit the shelves on Sept. 30 and will allow fans to revisit the iconic story about star-crossed lovers Edward Cullen, a vampire, and Bella Swan, a reclusive teenager, with delightful new imagery and interactive elements.

‘Twilight: Deluxe Collector’s Edition’ cover.Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

First up is theTwilight: Deluxe Collector’s Edition. The hardcover edition features a vintage-inspired design with foil-stamped slipcase; a ribbon marker; gorgeous new art adorning the cover, interiors and endpapers; and a one-of-a- kind interactive edge design, according to the publisher.

‘Twilight: Deluxe Collector’s Edition’ book edges.Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

‘Twilight: 20th Anniversary Edition’ book cover.Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

The last item is for the most dedicated fans — no matter if you’re Team Jacob or Team Edward. TheTwilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collectionis a box set that includes the original fourTwilightbooks,Twilight,New Moon,EclipseandBreaking Dawn, as well asMeyer’sMidnight Sun, which retells the story of the first novel through Edward’s perspective.

‘Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection’ box set.Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

The new collection features exclusive wraparound box art, new jacket art and stained edges on each book.

As she looks ahead to the new editions' release, Meyer reflected on the series' legacy. “It’s amazing to me that it has been two decades sinceTwilightwas released into the world, but it’s also amazing that is has been ONLY two decades,” she said in a statement shared with PEOPLE. “The success ofTwilighthas changed my life in so many ways!”

‘Twilight Saga Deluxe Hardcover Collection’ book.Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

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“One thing that has not changed is how much gratitude I feel toward my readers. They have been the best part of this experience from the first year until the 20th. Because people gave my stories a chance, I was able to write for a living — a true dream,” the author continued. “The amount of validation and support I’ve felt from my readers over the years is something I’ll never stop being thankful for.”

The first book of the series was originally published in October 2005. From there, Meyer released a new installment each year, culminating in 2008’sBreaking Dawn.Midnight Sunfollowed in 2020.

Additional releases in theTwilightfranchise includeThe Short Second Life of Bree Tanner: An Eclipse Novella,The Twilight Saga: The Official Illustrated GuideandLife and Death: Twilight Reimagined.

The series was famously adapted into a movie series that released from 2008 to 2012 withKristen Stewart,Robert PattinsonandTaylor Lautner.

‘Twilight: Deluxe Collector’s Edition’ book.Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Little Brown Books For Yonug Readers President and Publisher Megan Tingley, who’s also the editor who acquiredTwilight, commended Meyers' “masterful storytelling” in a statement about the new editions. “The powerful legacy she has created is evident in the robust market for fantasy and romance fiction we are experiencing today. It was an absolute joy to bring her design vision to life in these exquisite anniversary editions.”

Twilighthas continued to make headlines over the decades. In January, the vampire franchise released a2,001-piece LEGO setof the iconic Cullen home, and in December 2024, the owners of a home that was featured in the movie serieslisted it on Airbnb.

In November 2024, it was reported thatMidnight Sunwould beadapted into an animated seriesfor Netflix. PerVariety, the project was confirmed to be in early development in April 2023 with Lionsgate Television. Michael Burns, Vice Chairman of Lionsgate, announced that the series would be animated in March 2024.

The20th special editions ofTwilightwill all come out on Sept. 30 and are available for preorder now, wherever books are sold.

source: people.com