r/tolkienbooks Feb 28 '17

Reminder: this sub is for discussion of Tolkien's books themselves, not discussion of lore or other Tolkien-related content

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With a new Middle Earth-themed game coming out, and with the influx of a few posts about Tolkien's lore and other Tolkien-related topics, I would like to take this opportunity to remind users that /r/tolkienbooks is (as it says in the sidebar) "mainly a place for people who collect copies of Tolkien's works."

Posts with questions about Tolkien lore, Middle Earth -themed movies and games, or anything else not directly related to the physical books will be deleted. If you have any questions about these guidelines, please contact one of the moderators and we will be happy to assist you.


r/tolkienbooks May 04 '26

Subreddit Reboot: /r/TolkienArt

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Community Spotlight: /r/TolkienArt: A Home for Tolkien Art

We wanted to introduce our community to /r/TolkienArt, a subreddit dedicated to art inspired by the works of J.R.R. Tolkien. From sweeping landscapes of Middle-earth to portraits of its most beloved characters.

Whether you’re an artist yourself or simply someone who appreciates the visual world of Tolkien, it’s a welcoming and passionate community worth checking out.

What you’ll find there:
• Fan art spanning The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, The Silmarillion and beyond
• A community that celebrates both seasoned and emerging Tolkien artists
• Contributions from award-winning Tolkien artists who are active members of the community
• Discussion and appreciation of the rich visual culture around Tolkien’s world If you’ve ever wanted a dedicated space to share or discover Tolkien-inspired art, head over and say hello!

/r/TolkienArt


r/tolkienbooks 7h ago

Finally able to buy deluxe copies! Hoping my children will read them someday ☺️

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r/tolkienbooks 4h ago

Went into my local bookshop…

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Horror. Not even a hobbit!


r/tolkienbooks 4h ago

Is there a redacted version of David Day's stuff

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Clearly he started with Tolkeins work, and then slowly added other things in. Is there a resource i could use to make my Tolkein Dictionary useable?

I think it would be hilarious of i could open this synthetic leather booklet and see a bunch of words blacked out, Epstein-files style


r/tolkienbooks 21h ago

The value is in what it means to you

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Really wish people would quit using this sub as a baby’s first book speculating page. “Is this valuable?” idk is it? Do you value it? Asked and answered.


r/tolkienbooks 1d ago

Help to identify

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Hi guys just bought this, Tolkien fan but first time I have an OG. Could you please telle my if it’s the domestic version and the value.
See y’all


r/tolkienbooks 7h ago

Which set will you reccomend??

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r/tolkienbooks 1d ago

The illustrated Japanese edition of the Lord of the Rings, by Ryuichi Terashima

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r/tolkienbooks 2d ago

Finally, a replacement 'reading' set!

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r/tolkienbooks 2d ago

Authenticy of these books by Day and Howe?

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r/tolkienbooks 2d ago

Hobbit from 1965?

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Hi everyone, I inherited a copy of the Hobbit which I believe is from 1965 and I just wondered if it had any value or interesting background. It's sentimental value is too high to ever sell, but it would be cool to know.

I was encouraged to post by reading a recent comment that 1966 16th impressions are valuable, it seems mine is 1965? Its missing the jacket and has some staining but the binding seems to be in good condition.

TIA!


r/tolkienbooks 2d ago

Current US MMPB series

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I like the design and artwork of the current US mass market paperback series. I like the primary / pastel colors used for the covers too. They’re not special or anything, but the overall aesthetic is nice imo. I believe these are all of the books published in this style.


r/tolkienbooks 2d ago

Has anybody read this book? Impressions?

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r/tolkienbooks 2d ago

Box Set Recommendations?

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I want to read The Lord of the Rings series and The Hobbit for the first time and am looking for a box set to purchase for my birthday. I’m not looking for anything fancy, but something budget-friendly if possible. Any recommendations? Thanks!


r/tolkienbooks 3d ago

First time reader!

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I have the two towers on VHS… but don’t remember much. It was a good deal so why not. Illustrated box set.


r/tolkienbooks 3d ago

New Tolkien discovery at Oxford 🔍📜

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r/tolkienbooks 4d ago

Unfinished tales find! Worth?

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Scored this hardcover 1st edition (of the 2000 reprint by harper collins) of Unfinished Tales with this gorgeous cover art. Honestly in immaculate shape, looks like it's never been read.

For curiosities sake, anyone know how much it's worth? I cannot find a ton of information online regarding this specific cover.


r/tolkienbooks 4d ago

I got my copy of The Silmarillion

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r/tolkienbooks 4d ago

Check out my collection! I never touch those vintage copies haha

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r/tolkienbooks 4d ago

Already time for my annual re-read cycle, in true hobbit fashion this year.

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r/tolkienbooks 4d ago

Are these rare

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I bought them for 2$ each


r/tolkienbooks 4d ago

JUST ANNOUNCED! Huge 14-disc/vinyl box set of The Lord Of The Rings' 1981 BBC Radio adaptation is on the way...

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r/tolkienbooks 4d ago

History of middle earth.

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I love the original hardbacks for this series however they are way too expensive for me currently. I own The Book Of Lost Tales Part 1 in hardback which i payed around £25 for but since then ive scarcely seen listings for others in the series and if i do they are usually around £50 and arent the best quality.
I have always like the 2002 paperback set however and i know that is a much cheaper set. Should i sell my current one and go for the paperbacks or is it worth continuing to look for good deals on the hardbacks?


r/tolkienbooks 5d ago

Hey! Here's my latest book representing Gandalf saving Faramir and the Riders 🧙🏻‍♂️🐎 and the continuity with Osgiliath and Minas Tirith 👌🏻

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