I've gotten around to reading the Republic Commando books (as well as one Imperial Commando book, following the same characters into the rise of the Empire period, but that was as far as Karen Travis got) and the Thrawn trilogy, which I highly recommend. I also read the Knights of the Old Republic comics which were a fun diversion.
It's a long road that has no turning - It's never too late to mend.
The darkest hour is before the dawn, and even this war must end.
Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster - Widely considered the galaxy's best drink, the effects of which are like having your brains smashed out by a slice of lemon wrapped around a large gold brick.
~\\*.. The Real McCoy ..*//~