Hastaina

Published on 12 February 2010 | | Author's Choice | Award Winner | Gift Story 

While embarking upon an Arctic expedition in hopes of discovering secret knowledge that might relieve the marring of Arda, a loremaster of Tirion makes a much darker discovery that undermines the very foundation of his belief. Inspired by the style and mythology of H.P. Lovecraft.

Essecarmë

Published on 21 December 2005 | Short Story | Award Winner | Gift Story | Reader's Choice 

Curufin, the fifth son of Fëanor, is said to have been his favorite. Why did Maedhros get passed over for this honor? This story looks at Eldarin naming traditions and the family dramas they create.

This work is part of the collection Felakverse.

An Ordinary Woman

Published on 27 January 2008 | Short Story | Author's Choice | Award Winner | Gift Story 

A more realistic interpretation of Lúthien's story, how she came to enter her people's legends, how she met Beren, and how Finrod got himself into deep trouble.

Rekindling

Published on 1 December 2007 | Short Story | Author's Choice | Award Winner | Gift Story 

Fëanor and Nerdanel meet again at the end of the world. A tale of loss and redemption.

This work is part of the collection Felakverse.

Paper

Published on 18 October 2005 | Short Story | Author's Choice | Award Winner | Gift Story 

Curufin escapes to the realms of fantasy to escape the pressures of his family and discovers the thrill of first love.

This work is part of the collection Felakverse.

Reembodied

Published on 9 September 2010 | Short Story | Award Winner | Reader's Choice 

Tata was said to be the first of the Noldor to awaken at Cuiviénen, yet the histories never speak of him again. Uncomfortable and indecisive as a leader, he nonetheless rejects the summons of the Valar to Valinor, recognizing a fundamental wrong in the ideas they preach. This is the story of his life.

Take Pity upon Him: Did Maedhros Really Threaten to Kill Elrond and Elros at the Third Kinslaying?

Published on 17 November 2008 | | Award Winner 

I challenge the once-popular fanon that Maedhros threatened to kill Elrond and Elros at Sirion, only to have Maglor stay his hand.

The Accidental King: Five Reasons Why Finarfin Deserves More Appreciation

Published on 3 June 2007 | Essay | Award Winner 

An essay and commentary looking at the canonical facts about Finarfin in contrast to the neglect and hostility that his character is given by the Silmarillion fan fiction community.

A Woman in Few Words: The Character of Nerdanel and Her Treatment in Canon and Fandom

Published on 15 January 2008 | Essay | Award Winner 

A review of the canon facts available on Nerdanel and discussion of why she remains so popular with fans despite her scarce appearances in the texts.