Smith of Wootton MajorSmith of Wootton Major is one of J. R. R. Tolkiens major pieces of short fiction and his only finished work dating from after the publication of The Lord of the Rings. What began as a preface to The Golden Key by George MacDonald eventually grew into this charming novella, so named by Tolkien to suggest an early work by P. G. Wodehouse. Composed almost a decade after The Lord of the Rings, and when his lifelong occupation with The Silmarillion was

This must-have for every child’s library is perfect for cozy wintertime readings

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who saved Wilbur’s life when he was born the runt of his litter

chronicling experiences as joyful as the birth of his child and as devastating as the death of a dear friend

it turns out she might need help too

is relinquishing his artistic career

with a promotion in her sights and a devoted boyfriend by her side

Queen Elizabeth II is looking forward to a traditional Christmas gathering with her family in Sandringham when a shocking discovery interrupts holiday plans

Amanda isn’t about to lose the chance at her dream job because of pesky details like that

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from The Odyssey to Beowulf

when he heard Nusrat during his