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Welcome to My Tolkien Life

There is always another road to follow in Middle-earth.

My Tolkien Life is an ongoing comic series about fans of Middle-earth, imagined in a light-hearted way.

I may begin with a seemingly simple question about The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings, only to find that it leads into The Silmarillion, Tolkien’s letters, one of his essays, or several volumes of The History of Middle-earth. That experience – asking one question and discovering a dozen more – is at the heart of My Tolkien Life, my new website launched on July 15, 2026.

I created My Tolkien Life as part of the Xenite.Org network to bring together several things I enjoy: exploring J.R.R. Tolkien’s writings, discussing difficult questions, creating original comics and illustrations, and sharing the lighter side of Tolkien fandom.

Many people first encounter Middle-earth through the stories. After they finish reading, they often begin asking deeper questions. Where did the Orcs come from? What happened to the Entwives? How did Tolkien’s ideas change over time? Which familiar details come from his books, and which were introduced by movies, television programs, games, or fan traditions?

I want My Tolkien Life to encourage that curiosity while keeping the experience welcoming, entertaining, and grounded in Tolkien’s own words whenever possible.

Returning to Tolkien’s Writings

There is no shortage of online discussion about Tolkien, especially when a new movie, television series, or video game appears. Although adaptations may sometimes enter the conversation, my main interest lies in what Tolkien himself wrote.

That includes his published stories, letters, essays, linguistic material, and the writings edited and released after his death. Together, they provide an enormous landscape to explore.

Some articles on My Tolkien Life examine the history of Middle-earth or the peoples who inhabited it. Others look at Tolkien’s evolving ideas, unresolved questions, and popular assumptions that may not be supported by the texts.

Tolkien did not always leave behind one simple, permanent answer. He repeatedly reconsidered characters, events, languages, and even the basic nature of his fictional world. Sometimes the surviving evidence points toward a clear conclusion. In other cases, several interpretations remain possible.

I believe that learning about Tolkien’s legendarium should be enjoyable. Some questions have definite answers. Others remain open because Tolkien continued revising his ideas throughout his life. Exploring both kinds of questions is part of the fun.

My goal is not to overwhelm readers with citations or require them to own every volume of The History of Middle-earth. I want to present the evidence in an approachable way, identify useful sources, and distinguish Tolkien’s writings from ideas introduced or popularized by later adaptations.

Meet the Comic Characters

Scholarly questions do not always have to be treated solemnly. Sometimes an original fantasy comic—and perhaps a cheerful baby dragon—can make the discussion more enjoyable.

The comics on My Tolkien Life feature a recurring cast that includes Lily, Kael, Elara, Mira, Agnarr, Tom, Barath, Darvolo, and Smokey, a baby golden dragon who is usually more adorable than alarming.

These characters approach Tolkien’s world much as real fans do. They ask questions, propose theories, disagree with one another, make jokes, and occasionally wander into imaginative adventures of their own. Their conversations allow me to introduce complicated subjects through humor, friendly debates, and visual storytelling.

The comics are not intended only for newcomers. Longtime readers should also recognize the experience of gathering with friends to debate an obscure point of Middle-earth history—although most Tolkien discussion groups probably do not include an actual dragon.

A Site for Every Kind of Tolkien Reader

I created My Tolkien Life for people who have studied Tolkien for decades, readers who have just completed their first journey through The Lord of the Rings, and everyone in between.

You do not need to memorize the genealogy of the House of Finwë before visiting. You do not need to speak Quenya, recognize every name in The Silmarillion, or own twelve editions of The Hobbit. Curiosity is enough.

I have published Tolkien essays and research online through Xenite.Org for more than two decades, including my work on the Tolkien and Middle-earth Blog. My Tolkien Life continues that exploration while giving me more room to combine research and commentary with original comics, illustrations, and humor.

I hope the site becomes a welcoming corner of Tolkien fandom where readers can ask questions, investigate the sources, laugh with a growing cast of fantasy characters, and enjoy the journey.

Middle-earth is far too large to explore in a single lifetime – but that has never stopped me from trying.

Welcome to My Tolkien Life

There is always another road to follow in Middle-earth.

My Tolkien Life is an ongoing comic series about fans of Middle-earth, imagined in a light-hearted way.

I may begin with a seemingly simple question about The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings, only to find that it leads into The Silmarillion, Tolkien’s letters, one of his essays, or several volumes of The History of Middle-earth. That experience – asking one question and discovering a dozen more – is at the heart of My Tolkien Life, my new website launched on July 15, 2026.

I created My Tolkien Life as part of the Xenite.Org network to bring together several things I enjoy: exploring J.R.R. Tolkien’s writings, discussing difficult questions, creating original comics and illustrations, and sharing the lighter side of Tolkien fandom.

Many people first encounter Middle-earth through the stories. After they finish reading, they often begin asking deeper questions. Where did the Orcs come from? What happened to the Entwives? How did Tolkien’s ideas change over time? Which familiar details come from his books, and which were introduced by movies, television programs, games, or fan traditions?

I want My Tolkien Life to encourage that curiosity while keeping the experience welcoming, entertaining, and grounded in Tolkien’s own words whenever possible.

Returning to Tolkien’s Writings

There is no shortage of online discussion about Tolkien, especially when a new movie, television series, or video game appears. Although adaptations may sometimes enter the conversation, my main interest lies in what Tolkien himself wrote.

That includes his published stories, letters, essays, linguistic material, and the writings edited and released after his death. Together, they provide an enormous landscape to explore.

Some articles on My Tolkien Life examine the history of Middle-earth or the peoples who inhabited it. Others look at Tolkien’s evolving ideas, unresolved questions, and popular assumptions that may not be supported by the texts.

Tolkien did not always leave behind one simple, permanent answer. He repeatedly reconsidered characters, events, languages, and even the basic nature of his fictional world. Sometimes the surviving evidence points toward a clear conclusion. In other cases, several interpretations remain possible.

I believe that learning about Tolkien’s legendarium should be enjoyable. Some questions have definite answers. Others remain open because Tolkien continued revising his ideas throughout his life. Exploring both kinds of questions is part of the fun.

My goal is not to overwhelm readers with citations or require them to own every volume of The History of Middle-earth. I want to present the evidence in an approachable way, identify useful sources, and distinguish Tolkien’s writings from ideas introduced or popularized by later adaptations.

Meet the Comic Characters

Scholarly questions do not always have to be treated solemnly. Sometimes an original fantasy comic—and perhaps a cheerful baby dragon—can make the discussion more enjoyable.

The comics on My Tolkien Life feature a recurring cast that includes Lily, Kael, Elara, Mira, Agnarr, Tom, Barath, Darvolo, and Smokey, a baby golden dragon who is usually more adorable than alarming.

These characters approach Tolkien’s world much as real fans do. They ask questions, propose theories, disagree with one another, make jokes, and occasionally wander into imaginative adventures of their own. Their conversations allow me to introduce complicated subjects through humor, friendly debates, and visual storytelling.

The comics are not intended only for newcomers. Longtime readers should also recognize the experience of gathering with friends to debate an obscure point of Middle-earth history—although most Tolkien discussion groups probably do not include an actual dragon.

A Site for Every Kind of Tolkien Reader

I created My Tolkien Life for people who have studied Tolkien for decades, readers who have just completed their first journey through The Lord of the Rings, and everyone in between.

You do not need to memorize the genealogy of the House of Finwë before visiting. You do not need to speak Quenya, recognize every name in The Silmarillion, or own twelve editions of The Hobbit. Curiosity is enough.

I have published Tolkien essays and research online through Xenite.Org for more than two decades, including my work on the Tolkien and Middle-earth Blog. My Tolkien Life continues that exploration while giving me more room to combine research and commentary with original comics, illustrations, and humor.

I hope the site becomes a welcoming corner of Tolkien fandom where readers can ask questions, investigate the sources, laugh with a growing cast of fantasy characters, and enjoy the journey.

Middle-earth is far too large to explore in a single lifetime – but that has never stopped me from trying.

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Fascinating account of the publication in 1964 of a condensed illustrated version of The #Hobbit by JRR #Tolkien in British girls magazine Princess. I love the drawings of the dwarves! https://tolkienbooks.net/php/princess.php #TheHobbit #Bookstodon #Books #Fantasy #ChildrensBooks #Magazines #Girls #GirlsComics #GirlsMagazines #BritishComics #1960s #60s

Fascinating account of the publication in 1964 of a condensed illustrated version of The #Hobbit by JRR #Tolkien in British girls magazine Princess. I love the drawings of the dwarves! https://tolkienbooks.net/php/princess.php #TheHobbit #Bookstodon #Books #Fantasy #ChildrensBooks #Magazines #Girls #GirlsComics #GirlsMagazines #BritishComics #1960s #60s

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"In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit."

Ogni tanto faccio degli esperimenti per migliorare le mie pixelarts, ma questa volta ho deciso di condividerne una della quale sono molto soddisfatta.

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