I am Patrick Lyon, and I write for Collider. I also teach Latin and Literature on the high school level, and have been a lifelong fan of the works of Tolkien. There is a long and complicated history ...

Alice is a Lord of the Rings enthusiast who grew up with Tolkien's tales. She loves all kinds of writing, from articles to stories to her debut novel, which she is seeking literary representation for.

Adapting any portion of J.R.R. Tolkien's world is an intimidating task. The fantasy realm is brimming with tons of characters, events, and places, so inevitably, key elements are left on the cutting ...