What happens on a discovery call?

A discovery call is a thirty minute chat about what you need help with. It’s very informal, and is like having coffee with a friend.

What will we discuss on a coaching call?

We will talk about anything you like to do with your writing. I use my experience as a creative writing tutor to both offer possible solutions to issues, as well as coaching you to understand why you are experiencing the issue and how we can move forward. I also set tasks outside of our time together so that you can work toward your goals. All our conversations are confidential.

Can we meet in person?

During Covid I am happy to work with your time zone and meet you on Zoom.

the hobbit – Rachel Grosvenor Author

How To Celebrate International Hobbit Day At Home

If you know me, then you saw this post coming a mile away. The 22nd of September (today in New Zealand!) is officially International Hobbit Day (and also Bilbo and Frodo’s birthday). So, it’s time to celebrate. Due to restrictions, I’ll be celebrating at home this year, but that doesn’t mean that I won’t be enjoying myself. Join me, if you can, in a homely hobbit party!

Here’s how you can celebrate too:

1) Dress the part.

Whatever that means to you, find something that makes you feel special and like you’ve just stepped out of Middle Earth. For me, that includes a cloak. You can’t beat a cloak, can you? I’ll be rushing around corners to try and get that billowing effect behind me all day long.

2) Drink out of a tankard.

Yep, whether that tankard is holding a beer, tea, or water – it’s the tankard life all day. You can also put on some tavern music on Spotify, to make you feel like you’re enjoying a lovely evening at The Green Dragon with your fellow hobbits.

3) Use Middle Earth languages.

Hobbits speak English, but that doesn’t mean you have to! Here are some elvish phrases to help you get in the mood (thanks to RealElivish.net for these):

English: A star shines on the hour of our meeting.
Sindarin: Êl síla erin lû e-govaded ‘wîn.
Pronunciation: EEEL SII.la E.rin LUUU e GO.va.ded WIIIN

English: Welcome!
Sindarin: Aldol!
Pronunciation: AL.dol

English: Well met!
Sindarin: Mae govannen!
Pronunciation: MAE go.VAN.nen

English: At last!
Sindarin: Na vedui!
Pronunciation: na VE.dui

English: Come near the fire
Sindarin: Tolo anin naur
Pronunciation: TO.lo A.nin NAUR

English: Come with me
Sindarin: Aphado nin
Pronunciation: A.fa.do NIN

English: Come, join us
Sindarin: Tolo, govado ven
Pronunciation: TO.lo GO.va.do VEN

4) Eat good food.

Hobbits LOVE their food. If you want to join in, there are seven meals to enjoy daily. These are:

Breakfast – 7am
Second Breakfast – 9am
Elevenses – 11am
Luncheon – 1pm
Afternoon Tea – 3pm
Dinner – 6pm
Supper – 9pm

What should you enjoy for these meals? Hobbits love carbs, jams, meats, and all that good stuff. I myself will be enjoying some large chunks of bread smothered in jam, some excellent cheese, perhaps a pie…oh gosh, I think I need to take a break to get a snack.

Enjoy the day, and don’t forget to share your outfits, meals, and general hobbit fun with me! I would love to see how you celebrate. Share what you’re up to on Instagram with me today!