Busy, busy and an interview with the Tolkien Library!

[inzilbeth]

At the moment I never seem to post about anything but being too busy. I have applied to reduce my hours at work but can't until they take on someone to cover those hours so there's no let up at present.

One thing I did  manage to do a couple of weeks ago is answer Pieter Collier's questions for an interview with the Tolkien Library. Talking about myself like this was a very strange experience and I'm still a little embarrassed by the whole thing but here it is. 

http://www.tolkienlibrary.com/press/1058-interview-elizabeth-m-stephen.php

Fan fic writers may be interested to note I do mention my own  'past' as a fan fiction writer. I confess I did debate about this - as you know, I'm not a fan of all genres of fan fiction -  but it has its place and I wanted to acknowledge the role it can have for more serious study.

Once again, please feel free to pass on the link to any groups that might be interested.

Comments

[cairistiona7.livejournal.com]

I think you did a marvy job, and I liked the almost "in passing" reference to fanfiction, as if it's a completely normal thing to do. Which it is, in my opinion. *g* It definitely can be a way of more seriously studying a work. I'm always amazed at the new insights I gain every time I start writing a new piece.

[inzilbeth-liz.livejournal.com]

I'm really glad that worked for you about the fan fic as that was my intention! I know some will turn up their noses but hopefully not all.