A personally curated collection of my absolute favorite fantasy literature, epic Middle-earth storylines, and the essential cinematic adaptations that inspired my journey as a creative artist down in New Zealand.
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Epic Fantasy
Lore, History & Tours
Epic Fantasy
The ultimate classics in world-building, magical lore, and unforgettable adventures.
Love the scenes and the storyline. I live in Matamata too!
The Lord of the Rings Books, DVDs & More
The perfect prequel story to read before diving into the main trilogy.
The Hobbit: Classic Fantasy Novel & Prelude
The only way to truly experience the story—the extended scenes add so much depth to the lore.
The Lord of the Rings: Motion Picture Trilogy
A beautiful definitive collection that gathers all of Tolkien's incredible poetry and songs from Middle-earth.
The Collected Poems of J.R.R. Tolkien
The ultimate multi-volume collection detailing Tolkien's early drafts, language development, and world-building lore.
The History of Middle-earth Box Set #1
A brilliant collection of narratives that expands on the lore of characters like Gandalf and the history of Númenor.
Unfinished Tales Of Númenor And Middle-Earth
A beautifully dark and tragic tale set thousands of years before Lord of the Rings, complete with gorgeous illustrations.
The Children Of Húrin: Legendary High Fantasy
One of the greatest battles in Middle-earth history, beautifully brought together by Christopher Tolkien.
The Fall Of Gondolin: J.R.R. Tolkien's Epic
The absolute holy grail for any bookshelf—the stunning illustrations by Alan Lee make this the ultimate luxury edition to own.
The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Illustrated Box Set
Lore, History & Tours
Essential reading for anyone who wants to dive deep into the ancient history and creation of Middle-earth.
The Silmarillion: Precursor to The Lord of the Rings
An incredible companion guide with detailed maps that help you trace every journey across Middle-earth.
The Atlas of Tolkien's Middle-earth by Karen Wynn Fonstad
The ultimate behind-the-scenes look at how Peter Jackson brought Tolkien's world to life right here in New Zealand.
Anything You Can Imagine: Peter Jackson & Making
As a Matamata local, visiting the actual movie set is an absolute must-do for any true Middle-earth fan!
