Author Jill Richardson Illuminates Christian Principles in the World of Hobbits and Middle-Earth

Through an examination of J.R.R. Tolkien's famous characters, Jill Richardson's new novel presents a unique understanding of how teens can reflect upon their Christian lives through the fantasy characters in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
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Hobbits, You, and the Spiritual World of Middle-Earth
Hobbits, You, and the Spiritual World of Middle-Earth
Dec. 5, 2013 - PRLog -- Author Jill Richardson teaches teens that Hobbits, Elves, and dragons are far more meaningful than they might have believed. In her latest book, Hobbits, You, and the Spiritual World of Middle-Earth, Richardson explores the deeper meanings of the various characters that inhabit the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's most famous stories from a Christian perspective.

Richardson artfully examines Tolkien’s fantasy characters and shows how much teens can learn from them – both good and bad. The bravery of the Hobbit, the faith of an Elf, and the greed of a dragon all teach valuable lessons about how teens can find their way to the real kingdom of God. An excellent read for teens and adults, Hobbits, You, and the Spiritual World of Middle-Earth, blends Bible passages with references to Tolkien’s works in a way that helps teens understand how to live their own epic journey.

Hobbits, You, and the Spiritual World of Middle-Earth is available in paperback and Kindle on Amazon.com at http://www.amazon.com/dp/1938499913/.

Praise for Hobbits, You, and the Spiritual World of Middle-Earth: 4.7 Stars on Amazon


“Jill Richardson has done a doubly difficult deed. She has written a book about the Bible and The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, and she has written a book that both adults and teenagers will enjoy. Her trick is that this is a book that successfully uses Tolkien to understand the Bible instead of a book that unsuccessfully uses the Bible to understand Tolkien.”

-          Peter Kreeft, Professor of Philosophy, Boston College, Author of The Philosophy of Tolkien

“Jill Richardson's book provides an outstanding avenue for teenagers and adults alike to reflect upon their own Christian character through the lens of both Tolkien's The Hobbit and the Bible. Her clear and contemporary writing style, great reflective discussion questions, and alignment between the characters in The Hobbit and people of the Bible, make this an excellent book for families, youth groups, or individuals. I highly recommend it!”

-          Laura Barwegen, Ed.D., Wheaton College, Department of Christian Formation and Ministry

About the Author

Jill Richardson has been a high school teacher, editor, stay-at-home mom, and a pastor. She has a BA in English and education as well as a M.Div. in theology.

Richardson writes in a variety of genres, and she has published hundreds of magazine articles, one novel, one script book, and two non-fiction books. Richardson is active in her local theater community and has adapted and directed a theatrical presentation of The Hobbit. It was one of her favorite experiences.

She enjoys speaking on a wide range of topics particularly to youth and school groups. She also loves working with kids to help them improve their writing skills. With three daughters, three cats, and only one husband, she keeps busy gardening, reading, scrapbooking, and traveling. Richardson loves oceans, cats, chocolate, teenagers, her family, the Cubs, and God – not necessarily in that order.

Richardson is available for interviews and speaking engagements. You can contact Jill Richardson on her Facebook page Thurday December 5th for the Hobbits, You, and the Spiritual World of Middle-Earth launch party and have a chance to win an Amazon Gift Card at https://www.facebook.com/jillwrites.

Contact Jill Richardson at:

jillmarierichardson.com
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https://www.facebook.com/jillwrites
http://jill-theimperfectjourney.blogspot.com
https://twitter.com/JillMarieRichar
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