Blocks has a range of Special Edition LEGO magazine to choose from – find out which one is right for you or the LEGO fan in your life with this handy buying guide.
Every Blocks Special Edition is a premium 132-page LEGO magazine dedicated to a single topic. Whether you’re fascinated by LEGO history, love discovering how sets are designed or simply enjoy incredible photography and inspiring builds, there’s something here for every fan.
Here’s a closer look at what’s inside each Special Edition.
LEGO Star Wars Collector’s Edition
Perfect for: LEGO Star Wars collectors, UCS fans and anyone interested in the story behind one of LEGO’s biggest themes.
Few LEGO themes have had the cultural impact of LEGO Star Wars and this collector’s edition celebrates more than two decades of brick-built adventures in a galaxy far, far away.
Rather than simply looking back at favourite sets, this LEGO magazine explores the evolution of the theme through exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes features and detailed articles that reveal how some of LEGO Star Wars’ most iconic products came to life. You’ll discover insights from the designers responsible for bringing X-wings, AT-ATs, Clone Troopers and countless other fan favourites to shelves around the world.
Alongside stunning photography and comprehensive retrospectives, the magazine examines the creative decisions that shaped the theme, making it essential reading whether you’ve been collecting since 1999 or only recently discovered the LEGO Star Wars universe.
There are beautiful builds inspired by The Mandalorian, Anthony Daniels’ reflections on a 50 year career as C-3PO, decades of design insights from Design Director Jens Kronvold Frederiksen, Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught revealing how he crafted an awe-inspiring exhibition and much, much more.
If your shelves are filled with Star Wars sets, this is the perfect companion.
The Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets
Perfect for: Fans who grew up with LEGO Space, Castle and Pirates.
The original Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets is a celebration of three of the most beloved LEGO themes ever produced: Space, Castle and Pirates. Across 132 pages, it revisits the legendary sets that defined childhoods throughout the 1980s and 1990s while exploring how those themes continue to influence modern LEGO design.
You’ll find detailed spotlights on classic sets, the complete stories behind each theme and exclusive interviews with legendary LEGO designers including Niels Milan Pedersen and Bjarne P. Tveskov, alongside modern LEGO designers Mike Psiaki, Milan Madge, Markus Rollbühler and Stuart Harris, who discuss reimagining classic sets for today’s builders.
The magazine also includes build instructions for modern interpretations of vintage favourites, making it more than just a nostalgic read. Whether your favourite memories involve launching Classic Space rockets, defending Castle fortresses or sailing aboard the Black Seas Barracuda, this edition captures what made those themes so special.
The Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets Volume II
Perfect for: Collectors who want to explore even more forgotten LEGO classics.
Volume II expands beyond the most famous themes to celebrate an even broader range of classic LEGO history.
Inside you’ll find brand-new interviews with former LEGO Group employees including Jan Hatting, Steen Sig Andersen, Steen Kyster, Johnny Pinholt Thorsen and Ole Toft, who share first-hand stories about designing LEGO models during the 1980s and 1990s, developing the famous yellow truck project, preserving the LEGO Group’s design heritage and even the science behind the company’s iconic plastic bricks.
This edition explores nostalgic themes including Adventurers, Western, Aquazone, Fabuland, Town, Space, Castle, Pirates, Rock Raiders and Technic, while also taking readers inside the hidden LEGO vault in Billund. There are spotlights on classic sets, fan interviews showcasing modern recreations of vintage themes and exclusive building instructions inspired by retro LEGO models.
Everything in Volume II is completely new, making it the ideal companion to the original vintage LEGO sets book.
The Blocks Book of Retro LEGO Sets Volume III
Perfect for: Fans who can’t get enough LEGO history.
The newest entry in the Retro LEGO series continues the nostalgic journey with another 132 pages of all-new content covering the classic themes that shaped generations of LEGO fans.
This volume dives deep into the evolution of LEGO Space, charting its journey from Futuron and Blacktron through to Spyrius and Mars Mission. It also uncovers the official lore behind LEGO Adventurers, revisits the fascinating story of Rock Raiders and showcases how talented builders are bringing classic themes like Castle, Pirates, Paradisa, Aquazone and Ninja into the modern era.
Highlights include exclusive features from The Secret Life of LEGO Bricks author Daniel Konstanski, insights from LEGO graphic designer Nathan Davis, edited by LEGO Star Wars: The Force of Creativity author Graham E. Hancock. Readers can also explore the story of Systemvej, LEGO’s original factory in Billund, and enjoy 12 exclusive Quick Build instructions complete with parts lists for modern recreations of classic sets.
If you love learning how LEGO has evolved over the decades, Volume III is one of the most comprehensive retro LEGO publications available.
100 Incredible LEGO Builds
Perfect for: Builders looking for inspiration and fans of amazing LEGO creations.
Instead of focusing on official LEGO sets, 100 Incredible LEGO Builds celebrates the extraordinary creativity of the global LEGO fan community.
Guest edited by Matthew Ashton — LEGO Head of Design and a judge on LEGO Masters — this Special Edition presents one hundred remarkable fan creations from around the world. Even better, every featured model includes commentary from members of the LEGO design team, explaining exactly what catches the eye of the professionals who design official LEGO sets.
The models cover an incredible variety of subjects, from Star Wars, Batman and Harry Potter to realistic vehicles, wildlife, architecture and futuristic cityscapes. Some are enormous display pieces showcasing advanced techniques, while others prove that just a handful of bricks can create something truly memorable.
Featuring work from some of the world’s most talented LEGO builders alongside insight from LEGO designers, this Special Edition is packed with ideas, techniques and inspiration that you’ll return to again and again. It’s the ideal LEGO magazine for anyone planning their next MOC—or simply looking to admire what can be achieved with the humble LEGO brick.
Explore all of the Special Edition LEGO magazines and find the perfect edition for your bookshelf or the ideal gift for the LEGO enthusiast in your life.