Books by J.R.R. Tolkien

Known for the The Lord of the Rings series, J.R.R. Tolkien writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, alongside 7 standalone books, exploring themes of fantasy & magic, curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance.

Series

The Lord of the Rings

3 books · Ages 9–18

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

The Father Christmas Letters

J.R.R. Tolkien

For families cherishing the magic of Christmas, these delightful letters from Father Christmas offer a whimsical peek in

Ages 6–10

Roverandom

J.R.R. Tolkien

When a grumpy wizard turns a playful puppy named Rover into a toy, Rover must journey to the moon and the bottom of the

Ages 4–11

Letters from Father Christmas

J.R.R. Tolkien

For families who cherish Christmas traditions, this delightful collection offers a peek into the whimsical, sometimes ch

Ages 7–12

The Hobbit

J.R.R. Tolkien

Join Bilbo Baggins, a comfort-loving hobbit, on an unexpected journey with dwarves and a wizard. He'll face trolls, gobl

Ages 4–11

Roverandom

J. R. R. Tolkien

When a grumpy wizard turns a lively puppy into a toy, Rover must journey to the Moon and the bottom of the Deep Blue Sea

Ages 4–9

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

9 books

Ages 12–18

6 books

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