S2 complicates "The Lord of the Rings".

The 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' stars look glamorous and magical in Entertainment Weekly's exclusive cover shoot. Plus, exclusive episodic and behind-the-scenes shots from season 2.

The Rings of Power S2’s viewing guide.

'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' stars preview the arrival of new stoor characters in season 2.

Are you interested in writing a trilogy?From The Lord of the Rings to The Hunger Games and beyond, it’s plain to see that trilogies stand the test of time among readers. But writing a trilogy? Well, that can be tough!A good trilogy must hook readers and keep them engaged, maintain good pacing and consistency, and steadily increase in tension toward an epic series climax. Mapping that out? Well, it’s certainly a tall order. No wonder so many authors find the task of writing such a trilogy daunting!Recently, one of my lovely Patreon supporters asked if I had any tips or tricks for planning a trilogy, and I was shocked to realize I hadn’t yet written any articles on the subject. But better late than never, right?Over the coming weeks, I’m going to break down the process of crafting a trilogy in depth so you can better plan your own. What’s on today’s agenda? An overview of the common styles of trilogy and the plot structures behind them. Let’s dive in!

Magical Landscapes around every corner... In the North Island, visitors can easily discover epic landscapes like Tongariro – the home of the Dark Lord Sauron. In the South Island, you’re free to imagine yourself floating down the glistening Pelorus River, just like the escaping Dwarves did in The Desolation of Smaug.

Tolkien fans, you're gonna love this shire nursery fit for a hobbit! My favorite part is hands down the mural of Bag End.