Adam M. Smith is a freelance writer, book lover, and the owner of http://www.tolkien-online.com, an informational site about author JRR Tolkien's life and writings.

A history of the fantasy genre and a look at the multi-faceted roots of modern fantasy.  J.R.R. Tolkien and J.K. Rowling, amongst others, have taken the genre to new heights of popularity.  But where ...

A review and background information on The Children of Hurin, the newest book set in Middle-earth by JRR Tolkien.