Robert Marks writes: The Last Legend Ranger Battle Sword, inspired by Aragorn’s sword from LotR, has gone into the production model, and already sold out its first shipment. I was actually a latecomer on the design team, and I helped fine-tune it between the first prototype and the production model. [More]
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Bonnie writes: I just got front row tickets to see Ian McKellen preform “A Knight Out” at the Vancouver Playhouse (Read our article about it here). The tickets that I got also includes a reception afterwards where I will be getting to meet him! Tickets are not on sale at ticketmaster.ca, people who want to attened should call the Vancouver Playhouse at: 604-873-3311 and book them fast. Some tickets don’t include the reception afterwards, so make sure to check. [Tickets]
It is not often that we have prizes this BIG…but thanks to the folks at New Line Cinema, we are hooking you up with the ultimate prize! 150 lucky Ringers are going to win a ticket to see the extended version of The Fellowship of the Ring on the BIG SCREEN, in either Los Angeles or New York City. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime contest! Follow the link for the rules and details! [Enter Today!]
Mendil writes: I heard in the news recently that Vivendi may break up Houghton Mifflin and sell it in small pieces, if it cannot find a buyer willing to pay as much as they’d like to get. It seems their trying to finance another buyout. They only just recently got an offer they found attractive, but they were about to give up. [More]
Hurin Thalion writes: I used the votive candle holder to sketch a design for this then carved it. Thought it turned out pretty well. [More]
Greetings — Anwyn here.
Green Books brings you a spooky bag of treats (or tricks!) for the end of October!
• Quickbeam goes Out on a Limb and practically down on his knees begging Peter Jackson not to make him wait any longer for The Two Towers!
• Anwyn’s Counterpoint reviews a new book, Tolkien’s Sanctifying Myth, and interviews its author, Dr. Brad Birzer. The book is a terrific exploration of how Tolkien’s Catholicism affected the writing of The Lord of the Rings, and Dr. Birzer has some pithy comments on Tolkien’s world view.
• Turgon shows us two new gems on his Bookshelf, including Bilbo’s Last Song and the 2003 Ted Nasmith Tolkien Calendar.
• Turgon also brings us a Special Guest item featuring a Q&A with noted Tolkien scholar Verlyn Flieger, author of Splintered Light: Logos and Language in Tolkien’s World.
• Moon Letters offers many new and splendid items of fan poetry and creative writing.
• Questions & Answers will return with all-new items in November. Meanwhile, enjoy our extensive archives and check into our Most Frequently Asked Questions!
As always, it is an honor for the Green Books staff to present our work to you. Enjoy, and Happy Halloween!