21) The Merchants of Middle-earth by Michael Martinez
22) Dear Gandalf ... by Michael Martinez
23) Why did Bilbo choose Frodo as his heir? by Ron Kittle
24) Cry 'Havoc!' and let slip the wargs of fandom! by Michael Martinez
25) Tolkien and Chivalry by Scott Farrell
I will be posting his articles from the beginning which will allow everyone a chance to read along if they so choose. He chose to read The Silmarillion first followed by The Hobbit and finally Lord Of The Rings. By posting his articles twice a week, this pace will finish with Return Of The King at about the same time that the final movie is released next year.
His pace is approximately 1 or 2 chapters per article and if you would like to reread the books (or even read for the first time if you are also a Tolkien Virgin) this would be a great way to do so. These running commentary threads could be great for discussions on the various chapters and could be a great place for people to ask questions about anything they are curious about.
The pacing will allow you the weekends to read the chapter or two being discussed on Monday, and the rest of the week for the chapter or two discussed on Friday.
Next Monday, we will begin The Silmarillion, starting with The Ainulindalë. This will give everyone a week to prepare and also give everyone the time to spend with their families for the Holidays. I will also post a reminder at the end of this week.