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Jokien with Tolkien

About the Substack

"Lore, Laugh, Lord of the Rings" is the unofficial motto of this weekly, often humorous, sometimes earnest, always genuine "2023 Substack Featured Publication" concerning hobbits, faith, and culture by a lifelong Tolkien fan. Subscribe & get a FREE eBook!

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  • Weekly-ish public posts, Green Dragon Discord Channel Invite, and a FREE eBook guide to Tolkien's works

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  • All public posts PLUS Monthly Extended Edition Posts
  • Twice Monthly Discussion Posts for Extended Edition Members and Full Discord Server Access
  • Get two FREE e-Books! (Free eBook? What about second free eBook?)

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About JRR Jokien

Writing about Middle-earth, faith, and pop culture.

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