Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion
| Company type | Trade paperback |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | 2000 |
| Founder | Terry J. Erdmann, Paula M. Block |
| Products | Book |
| Parent | Pocket Books |
The Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion () is a trade paperback released by Pocket Books in 2000. Authored by Terry J. Erdmann and Paula M. Block, the book offers a comprehensive examination of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, incorporating interviews with cast members, writers, directors, producers, makeup artists, and various other members of the production team.
In 1993, Pocket Books editor Kevin Ryan invited Erdmann—who had spent a decade as a film publicist, including work on Star Trek V: The Final Frontier—to document the making of Star Trek. Over the course of seven years, Erdmann and his wife Paula M. Block conducted thorough interviews with crucial figures involved in the series' creation.
This Companion delves into the creative development throughout each season and features an extensive episode guide enriched with behind-the-scenes commentary. The volume spans 736 pages and is illustrated with numerous black-and-white photographs.
Separately, a CD-ROM also titled Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion () was issued in 1999, containing complete series scripts alongside episode trailers narrated by Don LaFontaine.
Reception
Starlog praised the book as "essential for any DS9 enthusiast" and described it as "among the most definitive companions for any television series". Stephen Cole from Dreamwatch rated it three out of five stars but noted that Erdmann’s overly favorable tone sometimes hindered readability.
The Log Book.com recognized concerns about partiality but pointed out that producers such as Ron Moore and Ira Behr openly acknowledged episodes that fell short, providing a balance between commendation and critical evaluation.
External links
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion at Memory Beta
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion at Google Books (includes previews)