J. R. R. Tolkien is one of the most influential fantasy writers of all time, best known for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. His richly detailed world of Middle-earth, complete with its own languages, histories, and mythologies, set the standard for modern fantasy literature. Tolkien’s storytelling was inspired by his love of ancient myths, folklore, and languages, and his works continue to be studied and celebrated worldwide. In addition to his fiction, he was a respected philologist and professor at Oxford University. His literary legacy remains unparalleled, with his works continuously inspiring generations of fantasy writers and readers.
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The classic children's books we stock, by age from 5 to 11, and which ones a child reads alone and which work best out loud.
Butterbeer. The Hogwarts Express. Quidditch. Hedwig. Privet Drive. Honestly, even just typing those words has set off a wave of childhood nostalgia. If you’re here looking for what to read after Harry Potter, you’re in good company. I’m of the age where we queued outside WHSmith for the next book. I’d dodge certain people at […]