January 3 is J.R.R. Tolkien Day! This prolific author of poetry and high fantasy is most famous for his works, The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy, which transport readers to the fictional world of Middle Earth to join hobbits, wizards, elves, dwarves, dragons, and other such beings in their quests and adventures. Hundreds of millions have enjoyed these epic tales since the 1950s, and Tolkien’s works continue to entertain, intrigue, and delight readers today. Have you read any of his books? If not, now is the perfect opportunity!
It’s awfully cold outside, so if you don’t feel like bundling up and braving the elements to check out one of J.R.R. Tolkien’s books or other reading material you may want or need, Libby on GoWYLD allows you to check out e-books and e-audiobooks without leaving the comfort and warmth of your home! With your Wyoming library card and PIN, you can access a vast collection of more than 95,000 e-books, e-audiobooks, comics, and magazines to read on your digital device.
Check out Libby today and unlock new worlds of wonder and excitement! Happy reading in 2025!