Kaley (she/her)

Kaley is the organizer of the Triangle Tolkienists. She plans in-person and virtual events, moderates the book club, and runs the Discord server. As the Smial Coordinator, she acts as liaison between the Triangle Tolkienists and the Tolkien Society.

A former indie bookseller who now works in academic publishing, Kaley likes to read fantasy, classic lit, nonfiction about history and nature, and the occasional sci-fi, romance, or horror novel.

If you could live anywhere in Arda, where would you choose? Rivendell

What subject areas do you wish we knew more about? The Avari, the origins of the Orcs, and the Kingdoms of the South and East

Which problematic character is your favorite? Ungoliant

Nicole (she/her)

Nicole helps host in-person events and contributes to the book club. She’s also in charge of supplying the festive cheer at our annual Yule-tide gatherings.

As a member of the Students of Aulë faction, Nicole enjoys knitting and other fiber arts. She has also recently gotten back into pottery.

If you could live anywhere in Arda, where would you choose? Númenor

Which character would you most want as a housemate? Pippin

Which character do you think gives the best Yule gifts? Samwise

Jessica (she/they)

Jessica helps moderate the Discord server and contributes to the book club. She organizes the Students of Aulë faction and runs our twice-monthly virtual craft nights.

Jessica first learned to love the Lord of the Rings when she met her husband. Like many, they do a movie marathon every New Year’s Day. But what made her fall even more in love with Tolkien was getting involved in this community.

Jessica is a knitter by trade and loves to read romance novels.

If you could live anywhere in Arda, where would you choose? Hobbiton

Where would you most like to be when getting snowed in? Beorn’s house

Who is the best horse in the legendarium? Bill the Pony