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MEnet Member Spotlight: Meet Kylie!

Written by My Middle-earth Member thechadillac. Hail and well met Foundlings!  Or is it Inklers?  Free People!  It has been some time since we last conversed,  but I have great news from the north, I […]

In honor of Valentine’s, Warriors of the Westfold Talks Love in Middle-earth

This week on ‘Warriors of the Westfold’, the ladies honor Valentine’s Day and talk “looooooove” in Middle-earth. Join us as we discuss that highly debated and “steamy” Gandalf and Galadriel scene  in ‘The Hobbit: An […]

The Tolkien Inspired Art of Justin Gerard

Hopefully you have had a chance to notice the magnificent new artwork on the MyMiddle-earth homepage. The new background features the work of artist Justin Gerard, who has been kind enough to lend us his […]

Lord of the Rings Medley by Lindsey Stirling

Here’s a lovely little tidbit via The Mary Sue: a beautiful-sounding, New Zealand-shot video featuring a Lord of the Rings violin medley performed by Lindsey Stirling. If Lindsey’s previous video (a Legend of Zelda medley) […]

Weta designer Claire Prebble’s Jewelry is an International Sensation

At only twenty-six, Claire Prebble has some pretty impressive items on her resume. This designer has worked for Weta on and off for five years. During that time she created costumes, weapons, and jewelry for […]

Warriors of the Westfold Premieres This Friday on MEnet Radio!

A new radio show is about to take over Middle-earth Network Radio. Warriors of the Westfold will premiere this Friday, February 10 at 9 PM EST, with your hosts Arwen Kester (News Director), Lily Milos (News […]

Precious Gifts for Your Valentine! Day 2: Flowers, Food, and Drinks

We’re tired of the same old romantic fare on Valentine’s Day. The usual “flowers, chocolates, promises you don’t intend to keep” have become routine. If you want to spice up your Valentine’s Day with Tolkien […]

Precious Gifts for Your Valentine! Day 1: Jewelry

Looking for something “precious” for your Valentine? From flowers to DIY and chocolates to jewelry, Middle-earth News has you covered. Each item has been hand-picked by the News Staff and sure to please any Ringer. […]

The Tolkien Inspired Art of Joe Gilronan

When I read the writings of JRR Tolkien, my imagination creates breathtaking scenery, ornate architecture, and striking faces. But I’ll be the first to admit that if I tried to commit my imaginings to paper […]

Feast of Fiction Youtube Series Features Lembas Bread…Sort Of

Do you daydream about the imaginary food in books? Or maybe it’s not imaginary, and it just sounds singularly delicious. Youtube to the rescue! Now there is a series that walks you through the preparation […]