Chad High
@mr.underhill.tolkienguide.com
Chad High - Tolkien Book Collecting expert, moderator (Mr. Underhill) on tolkienguide.com and host on TGC YouTube bit.ly/39FRXWV
Was a real pleasure to meet up with @shawnemarchese.bsky.social last week. That coffee shop had no idea the amount of #Tolkien knowledge they had on their hands when the two of us walked in!
August 4, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Was a real pleasure to meet up with @shawnemarchese.bsky.social last week. That coffee shop had no idea the amount of #Tolkien knowledge they had on their hands when the two of us walked in!
The #Tolkien Society has written to the Bank of England to suggest that JRR Tolkien should feature on a future banknote. www.tolkienguide.com/modules/newb...
Tolkien society suggests author for new banknotes
Tolkien Bank Note
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August 1, 2025 at 10:32 PM
The #Tolkien Society has written to the Bank of England to suggest that JRR Tolkien should feature on a future banknote. www.tolkienguide.com/modules/newb...
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Join me in about half an hour to take a live look through Wētā's Tales of the Shire - A Lord of the Rings Game!
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Livestream play and chat - Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game
Join Urulókë, Mr. Underhill and Trotter as we take play Tales of the Shire, and chat about the game, the books, and general hobbit fun.
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July 29, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Join me in about half an hour to take a live look through Wētā's Tales of the Shire - A Lord of the Rings Game!
www.youtube.com/live/NkHsZ3i...
www.youtube.com/live/NkHsZ3i...
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Almost five years to the day I can now present you:
THE ONE GROSS EDITION of the ROVING RANGER 😅😇
Including over 33 interesting links for you to peruse:
Hamish Williams in Jena; the Hobbit in New Jersey; the Westmarch at Waterstones; a primer with a page; Swords Drawn; a Tolkien sandwich & more!
THE ONE GROSS EDITION of the ROVING RANGER 😅😇
Including over 33 interesting links for you to peruse:
Hamish Williams in Jena; the Hobbit in New Jersey; the Westmarch at Waterstones; a primer with a page; Swords Drawn; a Tolkien sandwich & more!
The One hundred and forty-fourth Roving Ranger
The Roving Ranger #144 brings you all the interesting things Tolkienian of the last week and the weeks upcoming, curated by the Tolkienist.
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July 4, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Almost five years to the day I can now present you:
THE ONE GROSS EDITION of the ROVING RANGER 😅😇
Including over 33 interesting links for you to peruse:
Hamish Williams in Jena; the Hobbit in New Jersey; the Westmarch at Waterstones; a primer with a page; Swords Drawn; a Tolkien sandwich & more!
THE ONE GROSS EDITION of the ROVING RANGER 😅😇
Including over 33 interesting links for you to peruse:
Hamish Williams in Jena; the Hobbit in New Jersey; the Westmarch at Waterstones; a primer with a page; Swords Drawn; a Tolkien sandwich & more!
July 4th is the original “No Kings” day. We must remember that this nation belongs to everyone, not just a select few. Woody Guthrie knew this.
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Woody Guthrie- This Land Is Your Land
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July 4, 2025 at 12:52 PM
July 4th is the original “No Kings” day. We must remember that this nation belongs to everyone, not just a select few. Woody Guthrie knew this.
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We are fortunate to have so many wonderful artists here at #westmoot25! Attendees, make sure to stop by the art show and the dealer room to check them out!
#Westmoot #intothewest #tolkien
#Westmoot #intothewest #tolkien
May 10, 2025 at 7:57 PM
We are fortunate to have so many wonderful artists here at #westmoot25! Attendees, make sure to stop by the art show and the dealer room to check them out!
#Westmoot #intothewest #tolkien
#Westmoot #intothewest #tolkien
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Check out the Collector Meet-and-Greet at #westmoot25! Join Urulókë and Mr. Underhill from TolkienGuide.com to peruse and discuss #Tolkien books and collectibles. Bring your own items, ask questions, or just hang out for a bit!
Register for #westmoot:
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#intothewest
Register for #westmoot:
www.westmoot.org
#intothewest
May 7, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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#OnThisDay in 1960, #Tolkien writes to unknown.
According to Kennys bookstore in Dublin, "The letter was a reply by Tolkien to a publisher who had sent him a copy of a children's book to proof and to provide a couple of lines for their promotional use! The letter was mentioned briefly at
According to Kennys bookstore in Dublin, "The letter was a reply by Tolkien to a publisher who had sent him a copy of a children's book to proof and to provide a couple of lines for their promotional use! The letter was mentioned briefly at
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to unknown
According to Kennys bookstore in Dublin, "The letter was a reply by Tolkien to a publisher who had sent him a copy of a children's book to pro...
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May 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#OnThisDay in 1960, #Tolkien writes to unknown.
According to Kennys bookstore in Dublin, "The letter was a reply by Tolkien to a publisher who had sent him a copy of a children's book to proof and to provide a couple of lines for their promotional use! The letter was mentioned briefly at
According to Kennys bookstore in Dublin, "The letter was a reply by Tolkien to a publisher who had sent him a copy of a children's book to proof and to provide a couple of lines for their promotional use! The letter was mentioned briefly at
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Thank you to René for joining us. It was a very enjoyable chat with him on his long engagement with Tolkien, not least as a collector but as a dealer and the worlds only brick-and-mortar store dedicated to Tolkien items.
@onthetrail.tolkienguide.com and myself interviewed René van Rossenberg, owner of www.tolkienshop.com and long-time fan and collector. youtu.be/o2KDDPG7iA8 #Tolkien
Tolkien with René van Rossenberg
YouTube video by TolkienGuide
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May 1, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Thank you to René for joining us. It was a very enjoyable chat with him on his long engagement with Tolkien, not least as a collector but as a dealer and the worlds only brick-and-mortar store dedicated to Tolkien items.
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Winner of the TS Society Best Book Award. You can watch our interview with the editors. @tolkiensociety.org @tolkienguide.com @mr.underhill.tolkienguide.com @harpercollins.bsky.social #Tolkien youtu.be/G1E1LhZBeJQ
Tolkien's Collected Poems - Livestream chat with Christina Scull and Wayne Hammond
YouTube video by TolkienGuide
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April 27, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Winner of the TS Society Best Book Award. You can watch our interview with the editors. @tolkiensociety.org @tolkienguide.com @mr.underhill.tolkienguide.com @harpercollins.bsky.social #Tolkien youtu.be/G1E1LhZBeJQ
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Great news! The schedule is now live on our website for #Westmoot attendees! Registered attendees, please check your email for the password to access the schedule.
There is so much to do at #Westmoot25! Enjoy perusing the schedule to plan your weekend!
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#tolkien #intothewest
There is so much to do at #Westmoot25! Enjoy perusing the schedule to plan your weekend!
www.westmoot.org
#tolkien #intothewest
April 26, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Great news! The schedule is now live on our website for #Westmoot attendees! Registered attendees, please check your email for the password to access the schedule.
There is so much to do at #Westmoot25! Enjoy perusing the schedule to plan your weekend!
www.westmoot.org
#tolkien #intothewest
There is so much to do at #Westmoot25! Enjoy perusing the schedule to plan your weekend!
www.westmoot.org
#tolkien #intothewest
@tolkienguide.com , @trotter.tolkienguide.com , and I were just on our YouTube channel doing an unboxing in case you missed it! m.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQD... #Tolkien
Tolkien - Myth and Legends Unboxing
YouTube video by TolkienGuide
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April 19, 2025 at 7:27 PM
@tolkienguide.com , @trotter.tolkienguide.com , and I were just on our YouTube channel doing an unboxing in case you missed it! m.youtube.com/watch?v=9CQD... #Tolkien
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We are pleased to announce the shortlists for #Tolkien Society Awards 2025. Our panellists have chosen the shortlists from long list of the nominations, and now members will choose the winner in the Best Article, Artwork, Book and Online Content awards.
www.tolkiensociety.org/2025/04/vote...
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Vote Now in Tolkien Society Awards 2025
The Trustees of The Tolkien Society are pleased to announce the shortlist for The Tolkien Society Awards 2025. Voting is open exclusively to members of the Society through the Members' Area. Shortlist...
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April 15, 2025 at 6:03 PM
We are pleased to announce the shortlists for #Tolkien Society Awards 2025. Our panellists have chosen the shortlists from long list of the nominations, and now members will choose the winner in the Best Article, Artwork, Book and Online Content awards.
www.tolkiensociety.org/2025/04/vote...
www.tolkiensociety.org/2025/04/vote...
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Author and Tolkien scholar Thomas P. Hillman is presenting a paper at #westmoot25! Join @alas-not-me.bsky.social to explore the death and afterlife of legendarium bad boy, Túrin Turambar.
Register for #westmoot at the link below!
www.tolkiensociety.org/events/westm...
#tolkien #intothewest
Register for #westmoot at the link below!
www.tolkiensociety.org/events/westm...
#tolkien #intothewest
April 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Author and Tolkien scholar Thomas P. Hillman is presenting a paper at #westmoot25! Join @alas-not-me.bsky.social to explore the death and afterlife of legendarium bad boy, Túrin Turambar.
Register for #westmoot at the link below!
www.tolkiensociety.org/events/westm...
#tolkien #intothewest
Register for #westmoot at the link below!
www.tolkiensociety.org/events/westm...
#tolkien #intothewest
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#OnThisDay in 1958, #Tolkien writes to Peter Alford.
Tolkien had just returned from Holland and had obtained a copy of the invitation and menu for Peter Alford. All went well except a change to the speakers. Tolkien notes that many people were turned away as so many bought tickets and he (1/2)
Tolkien had just returned from Holland and had obtained a copy of the invitation and menu for Peter Alford. All went well except a change to the speakers. Tolkien notes that many people were turned away as so many bought tickets and he (1/2)
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Peter Alford
Tolkien had just returned from Holland and had obtained a copy of the invitation and menu for Peter Alford. All went well except a change to the speaker...
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April 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#OnThisDay in 1958, #Tolkien writes to Peter Alford.
Tolkien had just returned from Holland and had obtained a copy of the invitation and menu for Peter Alford. All went well except a change to the speakers. Tolkien notes that many people were turned away as so many bought tickets and he (1/2)
Tolkien had just returned from Holland and had obtained a copy of the invitation and menu for Peter Alford. All went well except a change to the speakers. Tolkien notes that many people were turned away as so many bought tickets and he (1/2)
Tips and Tricks of the trade on selling off items in your #Tolkien collection.
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Selling your Book Collection
YouTube video by Tolkien Collector's Guide
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March 31, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Tips and Tricks of the trade on selling off items in your #Tolkien collection.
@tolkienguide.com
@trotter.tolkienguide.com
m.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhwr...
@tolkienguide.com
@trotter.tolkienguide.com
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We have released a video on "Selling your Collection" #Tolkien @tolkienguide.com @mr.underhill.tolkienguide.com youtu.be/UhwrxF-Ell0?...
Selling your Book Collection
YouTube video by Tolkien Collector's Guide
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March 29, 2025 at 2:41 PM
We have released a video on "Selling your Collection" #Tolkien @tolkienguide.com @mr.underhill.tolkienguide.com youtu.be/UhwrxF-Ell0?...
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I’m really looking forward to the official release of this book. I got a sneak peek and it’s well worth you time and money! 🤩
🌟My book, The Art of Mercy in Middle-earth: Paintings Inspired by Tolkien's Legendarium, will be forthcoming this summer of 2025 from Uppsala Books. Escape into beauty with me! Visit Uppsala Books for first information on this upcoming publication: uppsalabooks.com/the-art-of-m...
March 29, 2025 at 1:45 AM
I’m really looking forward to the official release of this book. I got a sneak peek and it’s well worth you time and money! 🤩
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#OnThisDay in 1944, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Tolkien.
Tolkien says they have received many letters from Christopher, he will feel much better when he knows that he has received theirs. Tolkien notes that he has been very busy with work but the weather has been very good, remarking (1/3)
Tolkien says they have received many letters from Christopher, he will feel much better when he knows that he has received theirs. Tolkien notes that he has been very busy with work but the weather has been very good, remarking (1/3)
Guide to Tolkien's Letters: J.R.R. Tolkien to Christopher Tolkien
Tolkien says they have received many letters from Christopher, he will feel much better when he knows that he has received theirs. Tolkien notes that he...
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March 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#OnThisDay in 1944, #Tolkien writes to Christopher Tolkien.
Tolkien says they have received many letters from Christopher, he will feel much better when he knows that he has received theirs. Tolkien notes that he has been very busy with work but the weather has been very good, remarking (1/3)
Tolkien says they have received many letters from Christopher, he will feel much better when he knows that he has received theirs. Tolkien notes that he has been very busy with work but the weather has been very good, remarking (1/3)
Today is #TolkienReadingDay! Founded by the @tolkiensociety.org and held on the date the Ring was destroyed. This year's theme is "Fellowship and Community". In celebration, I am giving away a complete set (1-12) of the US Kindle edition of #Tolkien's History of Middle-earth.
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March 25, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Today is #TolkienReadingDay! Founded by the @tolkiensociety.org and held on the date the Ring was destroyed. This year's theme is "Fellowship and Community". In celebration, I am giving away a complete set (1-12) of the US Kindle edition of #Tolkien's History of Middle-earth.
Rules below ⬇️ 1/3
Rules below ⬇️ 1/3
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Today is #TolkienReadingDay!
Founded by the Society and held on the date the Ring was destroyed, Tolkien Reading Day is an opportunity to read your favourite #Tolkien passages. This year's theme is "Fellowship and Community". But what will you be reading?
www.tolkiensociety.org/2025/03/toda...
Founded by the Society and held on the date the Ring was destroyed, Tolkien Reading Day is an opportunity to read your favourite #Tolkien passages. This year's theme is "Fellowship and Community". But what will you be reading?
www.tolkiensociety.org/2025/03/toda...
Today is Tolkien Reading Day!
Today is The Tolkien Society's international Tolkien Reading Day! The theme this year is Fellowship and Community. Share a video, or let us know what you're reading in the comments below or by using #...
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March 25, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Today is #TolkienReadingDay!
Founded by the Society and held on the date the Ring was destroyed, Tolkien Reading Day is an opportunity to read your favourite #Tolkien passages. This year's theme is "Fellowship and Community". But what will you be reading?
www.tolkiensociety.org/2025/03/toda...
Founded by the Society and held on the date the Ring was destroyed, Tolkien Reading Day is an opportunity to read your favourite #Tolkien passages. This year's theme is "Fellowship and Community". But what will you be reading?
www.tolkiensociety.org/2025/03/toda...