Anthony Daniels, know it millions as Star Wars’ C-3PO, has signed a deal to publish his first book.

Daniels has signed the deal with publishers DK.

The actor  is expected to tell fans more during Star Wars Celebration in Chicago this weekend, including the title and possibly the front cover.

Daniels said: “The odds of me ever writing a book were approximately… Oh, never mind. My golden companion worries about such things – I don’t. I have indeed now written a book – telling my story, in my voice, not his – recognising that our voices and our stories are inextricably intertwined.”

His publishers added: “As one of the original fans of Star Wars in 1977, I couldn’t be more excited about this book. Anthony has played one of the most famous droids in cinematic history for over 40 years, and, surprisingly, his story has never been told.”