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Tolkien quote of the day:

But there is nothing that Sauron cannot turn to evil uses. Alas for Saruman! It was his downfall, as I now perceive. Perilous to us all are the devices of an art deeper than we possess ourselves.

Gandalf to Pippin, The Palantir, TTT

 

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bullet Sharing Sam by Celeritas Last Updated: 8/5/2011
The efforts of Frodo Baggins to make peace, if not friends, with Miss Rose Cotton, and to prepare her for her new life.
Rating: G Reviews Status: In Progress Chapters: 5 Published: 10/10/2008
bullet Inglorion by Eärillë Last Updated: 7/26/2011
Nobody likes to be cooped up indoors for too long, and nobody likes to be watched too closely – even by good-intentioned people. An eight-year-old Estel living with his mother and foster father in Imladris has the same opinions, at least, and one afternoon his dream of visiting the Bruinen alone comes true… Gildor wishes to rest awhile in the hidden valley from his wanderings, but his current visit to Elrond's abode is troubled by a missing certain young Adan… What happens when they meet? Can
Rating: G Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/26/2011
bullet Tangled Webs by Linda Hoyland Last Updated: 7/24/2011
Summary: A series of drabbles written for the "Tolkien Weekly" "Tangled Web Textile Arts" Challenge.
Rating: PG Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 6 Published: 6/28/2011
bullet Eärwen by Eärillë Last Updated: 7/23/2011
What is the perfect begetting-day gift for the Sea Maiden of the Swan Haven? For B2MeM 2011. Challenge: Day 19: Rivendell: Meetings or Reunions.
Rating: PG Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/23/2011
bullet A Shire Sketchbook by Baggins Babe Last Updated: 7/23/2011
As I'm feeding more plot bunnies than can be put into the longer stories I've created a place where I can put the shorter tales of our favourite hobbits. Some stories will be set in my usual AU while others may be closer to canon. Chapter 39. On a summer morning Frodo and Sam discover a most unexpected visitor in the garden at Bag End. Chapter 40. Sometimes the best place to hide is the most obvious........
Rating: PG-13 Reviews Status: In Progress Chapters: 40 Published: 7/16/2005
bullet Hearts of Men by Aelaer Last Updated: 7/19/2011
Shortly after Aragorn's crowning, a new, unexpected threat emerges from the heart of Minas Tirith.

My thanks to Cairistiona for the beta. This story will be updated once a week every Monday.
Rating: PG-13 Reviews Status: In Progress Chapters: 7 Published: 6/6/2011
bullet Helpless by Eärillë Last Updated: 7/16/2011
Curufinwë Atarinkë had never had a cause to hate the sea, but now he did. For B2MeM 2011. Challenge: Day 13: Balar: Unanswered plea.
Rating: R Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/16/2011
bullet Elf and Ranger Tales (Post-Quest) by Legolass Last Updated: 7/15/2011
This is a collection of short stories about Aragorn and Legolas set in the post-Quest era.
Rating: G Reviews Status: In Progress Chapters: 2 Published: 7/1/2008
bullet The Price of Sacrifice by Linda Hoyland Last Updated: 7/14/2011
Beregond is haunted by memories of a fateful day in March.
Rating: PG-13 Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/14/2011
bullet Shieldmaiden: A Token Symbol by Kara's Aunty Last Updated: 7/11/2011
A year before the War of the Ring, a despondent Éowyn contemplates her fate.
Rating: PG Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/11/2011
bullet An Explorer in His Own Land by Thevina Last Updated: 7/10/2011
A man of Rohan decides to introduce himself to his new neighbors in the caves of Helm's Deep. Includes Dimvin, an OC Dwarf featured in 'A Rose Among Thorns.' Written for an exchange with the prompt 'new beginnings.'
Rating: G Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/10/2011
bullet A Proper Man for Summer by Linda Hoyland Last Updated: 7/8/2011
Ivorwen loved her grandson dearly, but he was little more than a baby when he was taken to the safety of Rivendell. Now the time has come for him to return to his people, she is full of apprehension
Rating: PG Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/8/2011
bullet tolo dan na galad (`come back to the light`) by Laikwalâssê Last Updated: 7/7/2011
Sometimes even the greatest of healers in Middle-earth is driven to his limit and pushed beyond his endurance. When word reached Rivendell that Glorfindel was killed in an orc ambush Elrond experiences a nightmare.
Rating: PG-13 Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 14 Published: 3/18/2011
bullet The Omen by Kara's Aunty Last Updated: 7/6/2011
A disturbing dream turns into bitter reality for the mighty Lord of Lothlórien. Vignette.
Rating: G Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/6/2011
bullet Once Upon a Midsummer's Morn by Armariel Last Updated: 7/4/2011
The Fairy ancestress of Pippin and Diamond Took plays a part in bringing them together. Written for the "Midsummer Night's Dream" challenge at LotR Community.
Rating: PG Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/2/2011
bullet One Day by Eärillë Last Updated: 7/4/2011
A youth is a youth is a youth. What did Hathaldir think as he fought for a battle he knew he would never win? Was the last stand of Barahir and his men truly hopeless? For SWG's 5th Birthday challenge.
Rating: R Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 7/4/2011
bullet Gaergath, Son of Sauron by Armariel Last Updated: 7/4/2011
A sequel to "Woman of the Secret Shadow," taking up where the other left off, the tale of Gaergath's quest to avenge his mother. Well, that epilogue got me!:)
Rating: PG-13 Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 32 Published: 11/3/2010
bullet The Name of a King by Mirach Last Updated: 7/3/2011
Aragorn just joined the Dúnedain, after his true name has been revealed to him. He is not Estel anymore, but he does not feel like Aragorn either. Between the two names, he has to find out whe he really is. Features Aragorn, Barrow-wights and Tom Bombadil. 2nd place in Teitho "Names"
Rating: PG Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 5 Published: 6/19/2011
bullet Until the End of Their Days by Celeritas Last Updated: 6/28/2011
An outbreak of fever has turned Peregrin Took unusually somber--and worried. Merry hopes to take his mind off things with some planning. This story was written for LotR GFIC's remix challenge, remixing Dreamflower's Pippin/Diamond romance "It Takes a Took." Knowing the story and that particular writer's take on the Shire will yield a richer reading experience, but is not necessary.
Rating: G Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 2 Published: 6/27/2011
bullet The Understanding of a Mother by Ellie Last Updated: 6/27/2011
The mighty have lessons to learn as parents which they never considered as children. Written for the ALEC "A Mother's Love" challenge where it won first place.
Rating: PG Reviews Status: Complete Chapters: 1 Published: 6/27/2011
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