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• Harvest Dreams by Linda Hoyland

  A Series of drabbles originally written for prompts on the theme of "Harvest" at "Tolkien Weekly" and focussing on Faramir.

  PG · 8 chapters · 1,108 words · Complete · Published 25 February 2010 · Updated 14 April 2010 · Reviews (14)

• Moon Over Water by Avon

  A yearly pilgrimage to watch the moon on the river.. and the boats that sailed with it. A birthday present for Kortirion.

  G · 1 chapter · 1,193 words · Complete · Published 12 April 2010 · Updated 12 April 2010 · Reviews (6)

• Questing by Thundera Tiger

  In the spring of 2941, against all reason, thirteen dwarves decide to leave the safety of the Blue Mountains and take up a quest to slay a terrible dragon. Gimli would like to see their number increase by one.

  PG · 3 chapters · 12,999 words · Complete · Published 7 April 2010 · Updated 10 April 2010 · Reviews (14)

• Burden to Bear by Ellie

  After a devastating battle, Haldir assumes a burden he never expected to bear. Many thanks to Fiondil for the beta.

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · 1,208 words · Complete · Published 6 April 2010 · Updated 6 April 2010 · Reviews (3)

• Enduring Moria by White Wolf

  Legolas finds himself weighed down by the darkness of Moria, overwhelming him with fear. Frodo, suffering from his own fears, seeks the elf’s aid.

  G · 1 chapter · 2,169 words · Complete · Published 1 February 2010 · Updated 5 April 2010 · Reviews (3)

• A Not-So-Simple Misunderstanding by Dreamflower

  Young Pippin finds himself in trouble when he covets a certain item...(Written as a group story for the 2010 Back to Middle-earth Month Challenge. Co-authors were Larner, Pearl Took and Celeritas.)

  G · 5 chapters · 2,828 words · Complete · Published 5 April 2010 · Updated 5 April 2010 · Reviews (12)

• Half-brother in Blood, Full Brother in Heart by Alassante

  The confrontation in Tirion between Fingolfin and Fëanor led to Fëanor being banned to Formenos. Written for B2ME Challenge from Formenos: Create a story, poem, or artwork that responds to the following quote: "The only difference between me and a madman is that I'm not mad." -- Salvador Dali

  PG · 1 chapter · 5,213 words · Complete · Published 4 April 2010 · Updated 4 April 2010 · Reviews (2)

• A Seal upon thine Heart by Linda Hoyland

  Many years after their first meeting, Aragorn and Arwen are reunited in Lothlórien. Sequel to "Stranger at the Gates". Dedicated to Julia.

  PG · 2 chapters · 3,541 words · Complete · Published 28 March 2010 · Updated 3 April 2010 · Reviews (9)

• The Light Returned by Ellynn

  Sequel to The Last Gift, but written as one–shot; prior reading is advised, but not necessary. After Arwen died, Elrond and Celebrian receive the last gift their daughter sent them from Middle–earth. Inspired by March Teitho theme: Return of the Light. 2010 MEFA Honorable Mention in Genres: Drama: Later Age Elves.

  G · 1 chapter · 3,133 words · Complete · Published 30 March 2010 · Updated 30 March 2010 · Reviews (7)

• Tempering the Madness by Alassante

  Celebrimbor attempts to reason with his father Written for 2010 B2ME Challenge - En garde! This challenge is all about weapons and weaponry. Write a story about a character's chosen weapon, or learning how to use a weapon. Is the character a skilled fighter, or is learning to wield a weapon a bit of a struggle for him or her?

  PG · 1 chapter · 610 words · Complete · Published 26 March 2010 · Updated 26 March 2010 · Reviews (4)

• Elusive Scents in Wartime by Thevina

  Reassurance and comfort can appear unexpectedly, especially during time of war. Another vignette for my fanfic100 table, prompt of "smell".

  G · 1 chapter · 1,349 words · Complete · Published 25 March 2010 · Updated 25 March 2010 · Reviews (4)

• Paradox of the Fourth Age by Alassante

  One wrong decision can make a world of difference. When one of the Fellowship makes the mistake, the consequences are so severe that only the Valar can repair it. But will they? The fate of Middle Earth depends on everyone walking their intended path.Torn between the past and the future, she is forbidden to warn them of any missteps. ~~~Nominated for a 2006 MPA in Drama/Angst~~~ ~~~ 2006 MEFA Winner - 3rd Place - AU: Incomplete, The Faramir Goes to Rivendell Award~~~

  R · 29 chapters · 206,355 words · In progress · Published 21 August 2005 · Updated 24 March 2010 · Reviews (98)

• Tears on the Battlefield by Alassante

  Some of the House of Finwë prepares for The Final Battle. Written for B2ME challenge - The books of J.R.R. Tolkien are largely about war. Write a story, poem, or create an artwork set on the eve of a war.

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · 655 words · Complete · Published 22 March 2010 · Updated 22 March 2010 · Reviews (8)

• A Disgrace to Gondor by Linda Hoyland

  Even when the battle is over, there is no respite for old soldiers.

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · 1,788 words · Complete · Published 16 March 2010 · Updated 16 March 2010 · Reviews (7)

• Returning to Cirith Thoronath by Mirach

  It is Midsummer, the day when Gondolin fell. Will Rivendell fall also? Someone else will take the place of Glorfindel in the pass of Cirith Thoronath, and the Balrog Slayer must deal with the past to find his place in the present. 2nd place in Teitho: Trading Places

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · 5,122 words · Complete · Published 16 March 2010 · Updated 16 March 2010 · Reviews (2)

• The Old that is Strong by Linda Hoyland

  Watching over the dying Faramir, Ioreth is shocked when Gandalf brings a stranger to tend him. A story for March 15th.

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · 3,067 words · Complete · Published 15 March 2010 · Updated 15 March 2010 · Reviews (7)

• Unanswerable Questions by Thevina

  The night before following Aragorn on the Paths of the Dead, Gimli struggles with his purpose and questions which have no easy answers.

  G · 2 chapters · 1,442 words · Complete · Published 14 March 2010 · Updated 14 March 2010 · Reviews (1)

• The Battle of the Kitchen by Raksha The Demon

  Peace does not always extend below stairs, as Faramir learns one evening in the early Fourth Age. MEFA 2010 Nominee.

  PG · 1 chapter · 1,804 words · Complete · Published 11 March 2010 · Updated 11 March 2010 · Reviews (10)

• The Counsels of Men by Thundera Tiger

  An answer to a question: Why weren't Legolas and Gimli at the Last Debate? Featuring Legolas, Gimli, and Aragorn on the morning after the Battle of the Pelennor.

  PG · 1 chapter · 3,286 words · Complete · Published 11 March 2010 · Updated 11 March 2010 · Reviews (14)

• A Time to Reap by Linda Hoyland

  As Faramir and Aragorn struggle to cope with the scars left by their ordeal, their wives take action to try to reconcile King and Steward. No one suspects what lies in store. Aragorn and Faramir have a happy surprise. Sequel to "Web of Treason" MEFA winner 2009, Now Complete.

  PG-13 · 32 chapters · 86,743 words · Complete · Published 12 October 2008 · Updated 9 March 2010 · Reviews (23)