Some stories wander through the edges of legend, light and elusive, inviting readers to step into a world both familiar and mysteriously wild. The Adventures of Tom Bombadil (1962) A whimsical collection of Tolkien’s poetry, capturing the playful, enigmatic spirit of Tom Bombadil and his corner of Middle-earth. The Adventures of Tom Bombadil collects poems byContinueContinue reading “November 22: The Adventures of Tom Bombadil”
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Observing an Anniversary: Ralph Bakshi’s The Lord of the Rings (1978)
I first stepped into Tolkien’s world through a boxed set of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings sometime in the mid-70s. Taking on the larger-in-scope-and-theme Lord of the Rings was daunting, but I made it through and was captivated by the characters and the story. Today I’m marking the 47th anniversary of a film that left a mark onContinueContinue reading “Observing an Anniversary: Ralph Bakshi’s The Lord of the Rings (1978)”
That Time I Almost Got Skunked
| Guest post by Git from Miss’a’sippi | We’re thrilled to have our favorite small-town storyteller back on Veni, Vidi, Scripsi. Git has a knack for turning everyday mishaps into laugh-out-loud tales, all served with a side of Southern charm, self-deprecating humor, and a keen eye for the absurd. Grab a chair, settle in, andContinueContinue reading “That Time I Almost Got Skunked”
A Craftsman Who Caught My Vision
It’s rare to find a craftsman who can take a half-formed idea and transform it into something solid, lasting, and beautiful. That’s exactly what Cody Hooks of Smokin’ Leather did for me. A few trusted friends pointed me his way, and I approached him with a commission for a leather Bible cover. I wanted aContinueContinue reading “A Craftsman Who Caught My Vision”
ProWritingAid’s Novel November: The 30-Day Writing Challenge
Alright, ProWritingAid is hyping up their Novel November: The 30-Day Writing Challenge, and it’s free to join. Spoiler alert: they’ll probably nudge you to buy their software somewhere along the way—classic move. If you’re into writing but haven’t dipped your toes into a challenge like this, it’s a solid chance to discover your unique voiceContinueContinue reading “ProWritingAid’s Novel November: The 30-Day Writing Challenge”
Veni. Vidi. Scripsi. 