Andrew Ferguson
@trotter.tolkienguide.com
Andrew Ferguson - UK #Tolkien and #Hobbit book collecting expert, moderator (Trotter) on http://tolkienguide.com and host on TCG YouTube http://bit.ly/39FRXWV
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In the other place, I used to post images of my #Tolkien collection, decided to set myself a challenge and post one image a day of an item from my Tolkien collection for each day of 2025 on bSky, 365 in total, starting January 1st 😰
If you would like to see all the images, start here ⬇️
Just received an early UK signature #Tolkien paperback from @harpercollins.bsky.social. Really love this series and hope it continues. Finn and Hengest is already available to buy.
January 16, 2026 at 11:13 AM
Just received an early UK signature #Tolkien paperback from @harpercollins.bsky.social. Really love this series and hope it continues. Finn and Hengest is already available to buy.
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#OnThisDay in 1945, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Tolkien.
Tolkien says that he is still “under the influence” of the movie he and Edith saw a week ago and continues to talk about religion, God, and other aspects of faith.
Tolkien says that he is still “under the influence” of the movie he and Edith saw a week ago and continues to talk about religion, God, and other aspects of faith.
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Christopher Tolkien
Tolkien says that he is still "under the influence" of the movie he and Edith saw a week ago and continues to talk about religion, God, and ot...
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January 15, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1945, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Tolkien.
Tolkien says that he is still “under the influence” of the movie he and Edith saw a week ago and continues to talk about religion, God, and other aspects of faith.
Tolkien says that he is still “under the influence” of the movie he and Edith saw a week ago and continues to talk about religion, God, and other aspects of faith.
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We're proud to announce our cast for our #DemoRecording of Paul Corfield Godfrey's “Musical Chapters from #TheHobbit after the mythology of #Tolkien”.
Gavin Davies will be returning to the role of Gloin and also performing Thranduil.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
Gavin Davies will be returning to the role of Gloin and also performing Thranduil.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
January 15, 2026 at 9:06 AM
We're proud to announce our cast for our #DemoRecording of Paul Corfield Godfrey's “Musical Chapters from #TheHobbit after the mythology of #Tolkien”.
Gavin Davies will be returning to the role of Gloin and also performing Thranduil.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
Gavin Davies will be returning to the role of Gloin and also performing Thranduil.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
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Nominations are now open for the #Tolkien Society Awards 2026!
Please submit your nominations in any of the 4 categories: Best Article, Best Artwork, Best Book, and Best Online Content. We will then draw up a shortlist for members to pick the winners. www.tolkiensociety.org/2026/01/nomi...
Please submit your nominations in any of the 4 categories: Best Article, Best Artwork, Best Book, and Best Online Content. We will then draw up a shortlist for members to pick the winners. www.tolkiensociety.org/2026/01/nomi...
Nominations open for Tolkien Society Awards 2026
The first round of nominations for The Tolkien Society Awards 2026 is now open. The Awards recognise excellence in Tolkien scholarship and fandom, furthering the Society's long-standing charitable…
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January 15, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Nominations are now open for the #Tolkien Society Awards 2026!
Please submit your nominations in any of the 4 categories: Best Article, Best Artwork, Best Book, and Best Online Content. We will then draw up a shortlist for members to pick the winners. www.tolkiensociety.org/2026/01/nomi...
Please submit your nominations in any of the 4 categories: Best Article, Best Artwork, Best Book, and Best Online Content. We will then draw up a shortlist for members to pick the winners. www.tolkiensociety.org/2026/01/nomi...
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#OnThisDay in 1914, #Tolkien writes to Edith Bratt.
Writing to Edith, Tolkien remarks that the life they can look forward to will be made all the more joyful given they are both orphans.
Writing to Edith, Tolkien remarks that the life they can look forward to will be made all the more joyful given they are both orphans.
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Edith Bratt
Writing to Edith, Tolkien remarks that the life they can look forward to will be made all the more joyful given they are both orphans.
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January 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1914, #Tolkien writes to Edith Bratt.
Writing to Edith, Tolkien remarks that the life they can look forward to will be made all the more joyful given they are both orphans.
Writing to Edith, Tolkien remarks that the life they can look forward to will be made all the more joyful given they are both orphans.
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#OnThisDay in 1947, #Tolkien writes to Gilbert Murray.
Writing to Gilbert Murray, Tolkien with regret notes that he is powerless to help with the task of securing employment of one J.C. Ghosh, an Indian student who will be forced to return to India, now that he is no longer chairman of (1/2)
Writing to Gilbert Murray, Tolkien with regret notes that he is powerless to help with the task of securing employment of one J.C. Ghosh, an Indian student who will be forced to return to India, now that he is no longer chairman of (1/2)
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Gilbert Murray
Writing to Gilbert Murray, Tolkien with regret notes that he is powerless to help with the task of securing employment of one J.C. Ghosh, an Indian stud...
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January 13, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1947, #Tolkien writes to Gilbert Murray.
Writing to Gilbert Murray, Tolkien with regret notes that he is powerless to help with the task of securing employment of one J.C. Ghosh, an Indian student who will be forced to return to India, now that he is no longer chairman of (1/2)
Writing to Gilbert Murray, Tolkien with regret notes that he is powerless to help with the task of securing employment of one J.C. Ghosh, an Indian student who will be forced to return to India, now that he is no longer chairman of (1/2)
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New Prints Now Available of "Lake Evendim in the Days of the King" from the Epilogues to The Lord of the Rings. More links in comments. www.miriamellis.com/product-page...
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #LOTR
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #LOTR
January 14, 2026 at 2:51 AM
New Prints Now Available of "Lake Evendim in the Days of the King" from the Epilogues to The Lord of the Rings. More links in comments. www.miriamellis.com/product-page...
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #LOTR
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #LOTR
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#OnThisDay in 1941, #Tolkien writes to Michael Tolkien.
To son Michael, Tolkien describes the dreary and busy time with foul weather, shares a humorous incident involving snuff at a pub, mentions committee work, and expresses concerns about air raid warnings and the political situation, (1/2)
To son Michael, Tolkien describes the dreary and busy time with foul weather, shares a humorous incident involving snuff at a pub, mentions committee work, and expresses concerns about air raid warnings and the political situation, (1/2)
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Michael Tolkien
To son Michael, Tolkien describes the dreary and busy time with foul weather, shares a humorous incident involving snuff at a pub, mentions committee wo...
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January 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1941, #Tolkien writes to Michael Tolkien.
To son Michael, Tolkien describes the dreary and busy time with foul weather, shares a humorous incident involving snuff at a pub, mentions committee work, and expresses concerns about air raid warnings and the political situation, (1/2)
To son Michael, Tolkien describes the dreary and busy time with foul weather, shares a humorous incident involving snuff at a pub, mentions committee work, and expresses concerns about air raid warnings and the political situation, (1/2)
Coming out in April from @harpercollins.bsky.social @richove.bsky.social www.tolkienguide.com/modules/newb... #Tolkien
The Bovadium Fragments: Together with ‘The Origin of Bovadium’
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January 12, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Coming out in April from @harpercollins.bsky.social @richove.bsky.social www.tolkienguide.com/modules/newb... #Tolkien
January 12, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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#OnThisDay in 1969, #Tolkien writes to Philip Neal.
Writing to a fan, who published a review of The Hobbit, Tolkien responds by saying that he enjoyed the review, and is sending him a little book but not of the same time and place (Smith of Wootton Major). He encourages him to keep on writing.
Writing to a fan, who published a review of The Hobbit, Tolkien responds by saying that he enjoyed the review, and is sending him a little book but not of the same time and place (Smith of Wootton Major). He encourages him to keep on writing.
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Philip Neal
Writing to a fan, who published a review of The Hobbit, Tolkien responds by saying that he enjoyed the review, and is sending him a little book but not ...
www.tolkienguide.com
January 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1969, #Tolkien writes to Philip Neal.
Writing to a fan, who published a review of The Hobbit, Tolkien responds by saying that he enjoyed the review, and is sending him a little book but not of the same time and place (Smith of Wootton Major). He encourages him to keep on writing.
Writing to a fan, who published a review of The Hobbit, Tolkien responds by saying that he enjoyed the review, and is sending him a little book but not of the same time and place (Smith of Wootton Major). He encourages him to keep on writing.
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We're proud to announce our cast for our complete #DemoRecording of Paul Corfield Godfrey's “Musical Chapters from #TheHobbit after the mythology of #Tolkien”.
Dyfed Wyn Evans will be performing Balin, Elven Captain and 2nd Soldier.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
Dyfed Wyn Evans will be performing Balin, Elven Captain and 2nd Soldier.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
January 12, 2026 at 8:10 AM
We're proud to announce our cast for our complete #DemoRecording of Paul Corfield Godfrey's “Musical Chapters from #TheHobbit after the mythology of #Tolkien”.
Dyfed Wyn Evans will be performing Balin, Elven Captain and 2nd Soldier.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
Dyfed Wyn Evans will be performing Balin, Elven Captain and 2nd Soldier.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
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The #Tolkien Family Album was published 34 years ago this week. Here are a few gems from this rare book:
dimitrafimi.substack.com/p/a-few-gems...
Included are some thoughts about the early years of the @tolkiensociety.org and an absent friend…
dimitrafimi.substack.com/p/a-few-gems...
Included are some thoughts about the early years of the @tolkiensociety.org and an absent friend…
January 11, 2026 at 9:05 AM
The #Tolkien Family Album was published 34 years ago this week. Here are a few gems from this rare book:
dimitrafimi.substack.com/p/a-few-gems...
Included are some thoughts about the early years of the @tolkiensociety.org and an absent friend…
dimitrafimi.substack.com/p/a-few-gems...
Included are some thoughts about the early years of the @tolkiensociety.org and an absent friend…
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The Roger Garland #Tolkien Gallery has increased in size again with the addition of another limited edition signed print. Eärendil and Elwing. Framing next #TheSilmarillion #TheHobbit #LOTR
January 9, 2026 at 2:18 PM
The Roger Garland #Tolkien Gallery has increased in size again with the addition of another limited edition signed print. Eärendil and Elwing. Framing next #TheSilmarillion #TheHobbit #LOTR
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A nice find this week in a used book shop in #York! #Tolkien mention around his 1936 Beowulf the Monsters and the Critics Lecture. Tolkien knew and corresponded with Professor Gwyn Jones who was Professor of Language and Literature at the University of Cardiff www.tolkienguide.com/guide/letter...
January 9, 2026 at 5:54 PM
A nice find this week in a used book shop in #York! #Tolkien mention around his 1936 Beowulf the Monsters and the Critics Lecture. Tolkien knew and corresponded with Professor Gwyn Jones who was Professor of Language and Literature at the University of Cardiff www.tolkienguide.com/guide/letter...
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#OnThisDay in 1966, #Tolkien writes to Michael George Tolkien.
Tolkien wishes Michael George a happy birthday and sends him a cheque for £15.
Tolkien wishes Michael George a happy birthday and sends him a cheque for £15.
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Michael George Tolkien
Tolkien wishes Michael George a happy birthday and sends him a cheque for £15.
www.tolkienguide.com
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1966, #Tolkien writes to Michael George Tolkien.
Tolkien wishes Michael George a happy birthday and sends him a cheque for £15.
Tolkien wishes Michael George a happy birthday and sends him a cheque for £15.
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#OnThisDay in 1967, #Tolkien writes to Michael George Tolkien.
Tolkien discusses being a great-grandfather and comments from Sir Stanley Unwin on attaining the 'dignified age' of 75.
Tolkien discusses being a great-grandfather and comments from Sir Stanley Unwin on attaining the 'dignified age' of 75.
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Michael George Tolkien
Tolkien discusses being a great-grandfather and comments from Sir Stanley Unwin on attaining the 'dignified age' of 75.
www.tolkienguide.com
January 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1967, #Tolkien writes to Michael George Tolkien.
Tolkien discusses being a great-grandfather and comments from Sir Stanley Unwin on attaining the 'dignified age' of 75.
Tolkien discusses being a great-grandfather and comments from Sir Stanley Unwin on attaining the 'dignified age' of 75.
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#OnThisDay in 1971, #Tolkien writes to Dick Plotz.
A personal letter to Plotz. Also touches upon Tolkien's worries about his estate tax situation.
A personal letter to Plotz. Also touches upon Tolkien's worries about his estate tax situation.
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Dick Plotz
A personal letter to Plotz. Also touches upon Tolkien's worries about his estate tax situation.
www.tolkienguide.com
January 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1971, #Tolkien writes to Dick Plotz.
A personal letter to Plotz. Also touches upon Tolkien's worries about his estate tax situation.
A personal letter to Plotz. Also touches upon Tolkien's worries about his estate tax situation.
Reposted by Andrew Ferguson
New Prints Now Available of "Sam and the Shire Mallorn" set in S.R. 1430, nearly a decade after Frodo's departure from the Grey Havens. Frodo foretold Sam's happy, busy life we see here. More links in comments! www.miriamellis.com/product-page...
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #Mallorn #BagEnd
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #Mallorn #BagEnd
January 8, 2026 at 8:21 PM
New Prints Now Available of "Sam and the Shire Mallorn" set in S.R. 1430, nearly a decade after Frodo's departure from the Grey Havens. Frodo foretold Sam's happy, busy life we see here. More links in comments! www.miriamellis.com/product-page...
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #Mallorn #BagEnd
#Tolkien #TolkienArt #Mallorn #BagEnd
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#OnThisDay in 1937, #Tolkien writes to George Allen & Unwin.
Tolkien returns a slip to GA&U, likely the publicity piece for The Hobbit.
Tolkien returns a slip to GA&U, likely the publicity piece for The Hobbit.
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to George Allen & Unwin
Tolkien returns a slip to GA&U, likely the publicity piece for The Hobbit.
www.tolkienguide.com
January 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM
#OnThisDay in 1937, #Tolkien writes to George Allen & Unwin.
Tolkien returns a slip to GA&U, likely the publicity piece for The Hobbit.
Tolkien returns a slip to GA&U, likely the publicity piece for The Hobbit.
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#Westmoot26 invites proposals for papers related to the life & works of JRR Tolkien! The theme of 2026 is Hope/Eucatastrophe. All proposals are welcomed and will be considered. Please submit your proposal at our webpage by March 1. #tolkien #westmoot #intothewest
January 8, 2026 at 12:00 AM
#Westmoot26 invites proposals for papers related to the life & works of JRR Tolkien! The theme of 2026 is Hope/Eucatastrophe. All proposals are welcomed and will be considered. Please submit your proposal at our webpage by March 1. #tolkien #westmoot #intothewest
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We're proud to announce our cast for our complete #DemoRecording of Paul Corfield Godfrey's “Musical Chapters from #TheHobbit after the mythology of #Tolkien”.
Edmond Choo will be performing the roles of Kili and the Master and Glorfindel.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
Edmond Choo will be performing the roles of Kili and the Master and Glorfindel.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
January 8, 2026 at 8:18 AM
We're proud to announce our cast for our complete #DemoRecording of Paul Corfield Godfrey's “Musical Chapters from #TheHobbit after the mythology of #Tolkien”.
Edmond Choo will be performing the roles of Kili and the Master and Glorfindel.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth
Edmond Choo will be performing the roles of Kili and the Master and Glorfindel.
Coming 2026
www.volanteopera.wales
#hobbit #middleearth