Tolkien and Dickens descendants collaborate on children's books

Michael Tolkien, JRR Tolkien's oldest grandson, will write two novels based on stories his grandfather read to him as a child, while Gerald Dickens, Charles' great-great grandson, will narrate the audio book versions. read more

Tolkien and Dickens heirs team up for children's tale

Descendants of J.R.R. Tolkien and Charles Dickens are working together to release two children's fantasy books, in a project that should be completed later this year.

Tolkien and Dickens join for book

A grandson of JRR Tolkien and a descendant of Charles Dickens are to collaborate on two new fantasy books for children.

Tolkien, Dickens kin team up on books

LONDON, April 18 (UPI) -- Descendants of British literary lions Charles Dickens and J.R.R. Tolkien are collaborating on a pair of fantasy novels and audiobooks, their publishers said.