[Lotr_announce] TheOneRing.net Newsletter (15/05/2004)

[Michael Regina (Xoanon)]

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TORN #221

May 15th, 2004

Here is the weekly newsletter! Enjoy!

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LOTR Coins Sold in National Geographic
Sianna writes: Here's something of interest from one of my favorite
magazines - National Geographic! The British Royal Mint is offering a set of
over 40 LOTR coins. Offerings feature depictions of the characters, and a
silver coin with a gold One Ring on the face. They are said to be authentic
currency in NZ.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084481910

Return of the One Party... Peter S. Beagle style!
A note from the author himself, along with a bit of thanks for some
long-overdue cheers from his fans!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084410057

Green Books May Updates
Green Books is back with more updates: Four poems and three works of fiction
are up in our Ringer-submitted writing section, Moon Letters. And we've
answered six of your burning questions in this month's Q&A. Check back for
more May offerings from the Green Books staff!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084329915

LOTR Exhibition in Singapore Report
Stepper writes: Thought you'd like to see some photos of what must be one of
the youngest Ringers, my son Max (b. July 2003) who has now been to 'Edoras'
and the LOTR exhibition in Singapore. (These are photos he is going to be
very upset about when he is a teenager!!).
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084296833

Hot Dog Magazine Talks TORN Party
Ringer Spy djdeathskiss sends along the May issue of Hot Dog Magazine which
featured this article on TheOneRing.net's 'Return of the Oscar Party'.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084295428

TORN DIGITAL Chapter XXII: PJ at the ROTK Premiere
TORN Digital presents an interview with triple Academy AwardŽ winning
Director, Peter Jackson from the red carpet of "The Return of the King"
premiere in Wellington, New Zealand in December 2003. Quickbeam was
interviewing while Asfaloth was shooting. In this clip Peter has a special
message for all of the Ringers who visit TORN.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084151301

LOTR Musical Interview
PippinSparrow writes: I don't know whether or not you would be interested in
reporting about the upcoming Lord of the Rings musical production, but just
in case you were, here is a little tidbit about it!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084113398

Shore's 'Music Fit for a King' Tribeca Report
Runner writes: I just spent a wonderful Saturday afternoon at the Tribeca
Film Festival's panel Music Fit for a King with the composer Howard Shore,
hosted by Doug Adams. Although the event was billed as a discussion of the
music for The Return of the King, it inevitably became a discussion of the
music for all three movies.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084059459

Narnia Casting Rumors: Swinton as the White Witch?
Dutch language Narnia-site Narniafilms.nl alerted us to some new casting
gossip surrounding the upcoming adaptation of C.S. Lewis' The Lion, The
Witch and the Wardrobe. According to one article British actress Tilda
Swinton (probably best known for her part in The Beach) will play the White
Witch.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1084005066

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Palantir Visions (Things seen from beyond the front page)
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Coming Soon:
May 16th: 'The Hobbit' on Cartoon Network (check local listings)

SHOP: TORn's Wardrobe Expansion

TheOneRing.net is pleased to announce it has two new t-shirts styles on sale
in several colors. The much requested "Don't Make Me Get My Ring" shirt is
finally on sale and due to demand, we have also made available a new
printing of "The Return of the One Party" shirts. But, that isn't all, there
are still a few more surprises.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080056936


TORN's Own Book: The People's Guide to J.R.R. Tolkien

Cold Spring Press is pleased to announce its new book "The People's Guide to
J.R.R. Tolkien." This book of essays fills the void between the release of
the second and third Lord of the Rings movies. Passionate, ardent,
well-informed, and unlike any other book on the subject, this is an
indispensable handbook for people who consider themselves experts -- or who
wish to become experts -- on the lore of Middle-earth and the man who made
the myths.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/6/1046309473

A New Documentary produced in association with TheOneRing.net - 'Ringers"

TheOneRing.net, in association with Planet BB, is turning the spotlight on
the fans of J.R.R. Tolkien in a new feature-length documentary titled
"Ringers: Lord of the Fans." Yes, this is a film about YOU, the FANS!
http://www.lordofthefans.net

ADVERTISE ON THEONERING.NET

TheOneRing.net is happy to announce we are finally 'selling' our own ad
space on all pages of TheOneRing.net. If you are interested in reaching the
largest audience of Tolkien fans online, visit our advertising page. No
campaign is too short and no business is too small to advertise.
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Do YOU Have Any Cool Contest Ideas?

We're always looking for interesting contests to have fun with all the LOTR
goodies we get everyday. Do you want to submit your ideas and see them come
to life?! Send along any ideas to gamgee@theonering.net and who knows! You
may just win a prize from a contest you invented!

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Scouring of the Site (Breakdown of our various sections)
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-Barlimans- is more than a place to get your mead! There is the Fun Section,
Regulars Map and Photo Gallery, and of course the gateway to our ever famous
MIRC Chatroom!
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-Gaming Havens- is keeping all you gamers up to date on the latest
RPG/Fantasy/Sci-Fi games out there. Check it out daily for gaming news.
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-The Official Peter Jackson Fanclub (TBHL)- The Lord of the Rings Director's
very own fanclub! Stop on by to learn more about the man, the myth, the
beard. If you are a Peter Jackson fan, then 'TBHL' is the place for you!
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-Green Books- Not to be confused with the Red Book of Westmarch, we are just
pilgrims on the Tolkien trail, exploring the history, people, and events of
all the ages of Middle-earth, the Blessed Realm, and the lands that lie
beneath the wave. Whether you need to know more about the Elvish languages,
find out what new editions of old favorites are coming to market, read
in-depth commentary on Tolkien's thematic elements, or peruse fan-submitted
original works or humor, Ostadan, Turgon, Quickbeam, Anwyn, and Tookish have
a little something for everyone. In addition, Green Books is home to the
overwhelmingly popular Questions & Answers. If you have a Tolkien question,
conundrum, wonderment, or puzzler, the Green Books staff will rise to your
challenge.
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-The Tolkien community- never looked so good! Come and check out our listing
of over 20 subsites hosted by TheOneRing.net! We've got everything from
Rolozo Tolkien, with almost EVERY Middle-earth image ever created, to our FX
section, devoted to the magic of motion picture special effects. As well as
a host of foreign language sites!
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-Our Tolkien Fan- section is just for you! From the site design to all the
stories and text is designed by you the fans of Tolkien and TheOneRing.net!
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-Shop.theonering.net- is THE place to find all your Tolkien items available
online! From Tolkien cards to weekly ebay items, you should keep clicking on
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That's all for now, keep clicking, have fun and keep sending in those
letters! We love to hear from you!

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