Linda Hoyland
I am English and have enjoyed writing since childhood.I first began writing poems at the age of seven. I have had a story published in "Forget me Nots From the front Porch" and an article published in a magazine I endeavour to reply to all signed in readers. I intend to post news about delays ect and background information on my LJ,so please bookmark that if you are interested.You are welcome to friend me if you have an account. . My LOTR Stories are intended as a series, in which the characters remember and refer to events in previous stories .Although each can be read on its own,their chronological order is The Slave of the Ring First Meeting Facing the Darkness The Hidden Days of Healing A New Beginning The White Tree Shadow and Thought Burden of Guilt Web of Treason A Time to Reap At the Rising of the Moon p> I only intended to write one LOTR story but the amazing response and the encouragement of my kind reviewers has decided me to keep writing. I also enjoy writing original worksI would like to thank the many gifted authors on this site. You can also find my current story together with background information at http://lindahoyland.livejournal.com/ A guide to my original characters Aedred – A Rohirric Healer who now works alonside Tarostar in the Houses of Healing. Agond - A former soldier,now a drunkard Alis – Estranged wife to Mahrod Bereth – Sister to Damrod Calardan – Husband to Hanna’s late sister Doreth- Arwen’s housekeeper Elbeth – Young daughter of Hanna Elestelle - Faramir and Eowyn's daughter Fennas – Brother to Hanna Fontos – Lord of Lossarnach, son of the late Forlong. Fosco – Lord of Lamedon, son of the Lord mentioned in LOTR Gudrun – An elderly widow born in Rohan, now owner of a smallholding and orchard near to Minas Tirith Hanna – A kitchen maid, daughter of the Porter at the Rath Dinen, who was killed by Beregond Meneldil – Lord of Lebennin Lady Meril – One of Arwen’s ladies in waiting Lady Morwen – One of Arwen’s ladies in waiting Laerwen - One of Eldarion's nursery maids Lamrung – A former prison warder, now a member of the Citadel Guard. Mahrod – A former Ithilien Ranger, now a prison warder Tarostar – Chief Warden of the Houses of Healing, son of Denethor’s late sister. Zana – Mother of Hanna and Fennas, grandmother to Elbeth, widow of the late porter. You are invited to visit my Web site,where all my stories are archived http://www.freewebs.com/lindahoyland/
Stories (246)
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Awakening
Summary: Hidden away on the mountainside, a seed has waited for many generations deep in the earth. Now the time has come for it to emerge into the light.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 17 August 2011 · Updated 17 August 2011 · Reviews (6)
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Tangled Webs
Summary: A series of drabbles written for the "Tolkien Weekly" "Tangled Web Textile Arts" Challenge.
PG · 6 chapters · Complete · Published 28 June 2011 · Updated 24 July 2011 · Reviews (13)
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The Price of Sacrifice
Beregond is haunted by memories of a fateful day in March.
PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 14 July 2011 · Updated 14 July 2011 · Reviews (4)
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A Proper Man for Summer
Ivorwen loved her grandson dearly, but he was little more than a baby when he was taken to the safety of Rivendell. Now the time has come for him to return to his people, she is full of apprehension
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 8 July 2011 · Updated 8 July 2011 · Reviews (4)
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The Seven Deadly Sins
A series of drabbles written for the "Tolkien Weekly" "Sins" Challenge.
PG · 7 chapters · Complete · Published 4 June 2011 · Updated 26 June 2011 · Reviews (12)
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After the Battle
When Faramir is wounded he remembers an earlier battle.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 26 June 2011 · Updated 26 June 2011 · Reviews (4)
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Voice in the Night
One night at an inn changes a young soldier's life forever. Teitho Contest - One Voice - 1st place
PG-13 · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 4 June 2011 · Updated 10 June 2011 · Reviews (12)
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The Healer's Journey
Summary: Is a great healer like Aragorn born or made? Winner - Teitho contest "Journeys".
PG-13 · 4 chapters · Complete · Published 25 September 2010 · Updated 29 May 2011 · Reviews (17)
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How the Mighty are Fallen
Even the mightiest are not exempt from accidents.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 1 May 2011 · Updated 1 May 2011 · Reviews (3)
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Shadows of Memory
Injured and believing himself in great danger, Aragorn seeks to flee for his life. Escape, however proves impossible.
PG-13 · 5 chapters · Complete · Published 15 February 2011 · Updated 14 April 2011 · Reviews (30)
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Ranger,Ringbearer and Resolution
Summary: When Aragorn meets the Ring Bearer, he is far from impressed. Teitho - Resolutions - Winner. Dedicated to Larner on her birthday.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 12 April 2011 · Updated 12 April 2011 · Reviews (5)
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More than Meets the Eye
On a trip to market, Paladin Took makes a dubious new acquaintance.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 1 April 2011 · Updated 1 April 2011 · Reviews (4)
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Autre temps, autre moeurs Other days,other ways
An envoy at King Elessar's Court writes a letter home. Written for the BTME 2009 challenge.
PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 20 March 2011 · Updated 20 March 2011 · Reviews (5)
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Through all the Changing Scenes of Life
Aragorn must say goodbye to an old friend. Teitho contest - Heartbreak - Winner
PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 17 March 2011 · Updated 17 March 2011 · Reviews (11)
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Kingdom of Ashes
From the moment he first beheld him, Thorongil was a thorn in Denethor's side.
PG-13 · 3 chapters · Complete · Published 1 February 2011 · Updated 9 February 2011 · Reviews (17)
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Inspirations
A series of drabbles inspired by film titles written for "Tolkien Weekly" Prompts. Dedicated to the memory of MJM
PG · 11 chapters · Complete · Published 16 November 2010 · Updated 7 February 2011 · Reviews (29)
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Stillness
When Eldarion fails to pay attention to his tutor, Aragorn decides a spot of Ranger training might teach a valuable lesson.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 21 January 2011 · Updated 21 January 2011 · Reviews (4)
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High Days and Holidays
A collection of ficlets and drabbles to mark special days both in our world and Tolkien's. Love at First sight - A Valentine's Day double-drabble Hope of Spring - A 400 word ficlet to celabrate Aragorn's birthday. The King's blessings - A 400 word ficlet for Thanksgiving
G · 3 chapters · In progress · Published 1 March 2010 · Updated 25 November 2010 · Reviews (15)
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Where no Birds Sing
When Roheryn goes lame, Aragorn and Faramir are stranded in a storm and forced to seek shelter. A story for Halloween.
PG-13 · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 29 October 2010 · Updated 31 October 2010 · Reviews (5)
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Lingering Shadows
Faramir is worried that something is threatening his baby son and seeks Aragorn's help. A gentle story for the Halloween Season.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 26 October 2010 · Updated 26 October 2010 · Reviews (3)
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The Good Earth
A series of drabbles written for "Tolkien Weekly" featuring the natural world.
PG · 6 chapters · Complete · Published 23 September 2010 · Updated 25 October 2010 · Reviews (10)
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Where the Stars are Strange?
Arwen invites some other children to join Eldarion for his lessons.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 21 September 2010 · Updated 21 September 2010 · Reviews (3)
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Gone Fishing
Aragorn finds his royal duties irksome and yearns to escape.
G · 2 chapters · In progress · Published 8 August 2010 · Updated 25 August 2010 · Reviews (13)
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Three Wise Men
Faramir is unhappy about an agreement Aragorn plans to sign.This story takes place before Aragorn and Faramir become close friends and shortly after "Tongues of Men and Angels".
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 18 August 2010 · Updated 18 August 2010 · Reviews (2)
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Tongues of Men and Angels
Attempts to forge better relations with Harad cause problems for Aragorn and Faramir.
PG-13 · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 15 July 2010 · Updated 28 July 2010 · Reviews (10)
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Coastal Tales
Rumours of unrest in the coastal regions prompt Aragorn and Faramir to undertake a visit where a series of unexpected adventures await them.
PG · 9 chapters · In progress · Published 17 February 2009 · Updated 21 July 2010 · Reviews (38)
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The Family Tree.
Aragorn is angry with his son. A Tale of Telcontar written for the LOTR GFIC "White Tree" Challenge.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 2 July 2010 · Updated 2 July 2010 · Reviews (4)
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A Mother's Hope
Gilraen receives news that will change her life for ever.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 10 June 2010 · Updated 10 June 2010 · Reviews (4)
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The Gift of Foresight
On the way to Minas Tirith, Aragorn and Halbarad have a conversation.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 28 May 2010 · Updated 28 May 2010 · Reviews (11)
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A Sting in the Tale
Eldarion plays a prank with disastrous consequences. Teitho Contest "Pranks" 2nd Place.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 23 May 2010 · Updated 23 May 2010 · Reviews (3)
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Harvest Dreams
A Series of drabbles originally written for prompts on the theme of "Harvest" at "Tolkien Weekly" and focussing on Faramir.
PG · 8 chapters · Complete · Published 25 February 2010 · Updated 14 April 2010 · Reviews (14)
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A Seal upon thine Heart
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 · Complete · Published 28 March 2010 · Updated 3 April 2010 · Reviews (9)
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A Disgrace to Gondor
Even when the battle is over, there is no respite for old soldiers.
PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 16 March 2010 · Updated 16 March 2010 · Reviews (7)
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The Old that is Strong
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 · Complete · Published 15 March 2010 · Updated 15 March 2010 · Reviews (7)
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A Time to Reap
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 · Complete · Published 12 October 2008 · Updated 9 March 2010 · Reviews (23)
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Be Fruitful and Multiply
Two families await the birth of a child.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 9 March 2010 · Updated 9 March 2010 · Reviews (3)
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Before it was Broken
Arwen has a difficult letter to write
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 17 February 2010 · Updated 17 February 2010 · Reviews (4)
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Hues of Middle-earth
A Rainbow of Drabbles. With thanks to Raksha for editoral assistance and Wormwood for the title. Featuring Aragorn,Arwen, Faramir,Eowyn, and Eldarion.
G · 8 chapters · Complete · Published 30 November 2009 · Updated 14 February 2010 · Reviews (23)
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Alphabet of Arda
A series of drabbles and ficlets written for the "There and Back" Alaphabet challenge.
PG · 27 chapters · Complete · Published 9 July 2007 · Updated 22 January 2010 · Reviews (81)
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A Gift For Faramir
Faramir receives an unexpected gift. Teitho Contest - 3rd Place
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 20 January 2010 · Updated 20 January 2010 · Reviews (6)
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Waters of Life
Aragorn and Arwen share a special moment. A Sequel to "A Time to Reap" MCAWards 2007 - 3rd Place. MEFA 2008 Honourable Mention
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 15 January 2010 · Updated 15 January 2010 · Reviews (5)
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The Shadow of the Past
The dead have no power over the living, or do they? A Story for Halloween.
PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 31 October 2009 · Updated 31 October 2009 · Reviews (6)
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Yavanna's Gift
Bell Gamgee and her daughters find help from an unexpected source in their hour of need.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 28 October 2009 · Updated 28 October 2009 · Reviews (4)
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Stranger at the Gates
A weary stranger seeks shelter from Galadriel.
PG · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 17 September 2009 · Updated 30 September 2009 · Reviews (17)
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The Silver Tree
The new King takes his Steward for a walk. A sequel to "The White Tree".
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 27 August 2009 · Updated 27 August 2009 · Reviews (7)
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Pride of Place
Newly returned from fighting the Easterlings, Denethor is taken aback to find a stranger at his father's table. This story is co- authored with Raksha the Demon.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 27 June 2009 · Updated 27 June 2009 · Reviews (3)
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Man of Many Faces
A series of drabbles featuring glimpses in the life of Aragorn, written in response to challenges in the "Tolkien Weekly" LJ Group. Gilraen,Halbarad,Denethor,Arwen, Faramir and other characters will also appear. With grateful thanks to Raksha. Now Complete.
PG · 15 chapters · Complete · Published 13 May 2009 · Updated 25 June 2009 · Reviews (53)
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Hunting the Dragon
Eldarion's favourite toy is missing,much to his devoted father's dismay. MEFA 2009 Nominee.
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 6 May 2009 · Updated 21 May 2009 · Reviews (11)
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A Day at the Houses
When visiting the Houses of Healing,Aragorn meets with some surprises. A Tale of Telcontar.MEFA 2009 Nominee.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 14 May 2009 · Updated 14 May 2009 · Reviews (7)
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Out of the depths
When Aragorn is ambushed and falls over a cliff,Faramir despairs of his lord's survival.MEFA 2009 Nominee.
PG-13 · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 20 February 2009 · Updated 30 April 2009 · Reviews (12)