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Thanks to Esther for my/Grati’s nomination for
Congratulations to Richard Armitage, 2015 Olivier Awards Best Supporting Actor Nominee for his portrayal of John Proctor in The Old Vic’s 2014 production of Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible”
Gratiana Lovelace Stories on Wattpad
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“A Lonesome Lord” (2023), by Gratiana Lovelace; Right click on the image to open a new tab and link to the start of my new Regency romance on my Wattpad site:
“A Castle Wedding for Christmas 2” (2022) is a fan fic sequel of mine. Click on the image below to go to it on my Wattpad site:
“Winter Rental”, a new contemporary romance by Gratiana Lovelace (2022); click on the image to go to my story in my Wattpad site:
“Seeking the Niceties of Marriage” by Gratiana Lovelace (2021); click the image to link to my story on my Wattpad site
“Encouragement” (Book 1, 2016), a Regency Love Story by Gratiana Lovelace
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“Expectations” (Book 2, 2018 – 2019; the sequel to “Encouragement”); link to my story at my Wattpad site
“A Magnificent Love”, is a an original contemporary romance of mine on my Wattpad site:
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“Love in the Great Pine Woods”, an original love story by Gratiana Lovelace for 2015-2016
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“N&S: John Thornton, Love Lessons” is my multi-generational fan fic romance completed on my Wattpad site in October 2014.
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“Fire & Ice” (Revised for Wattpad, 2015), by Gratiana Lovelace
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“Lost & Found” (Revised on Wattpad, 2014), this is one of my original contemporary romances, Gratiana Lovelace
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“Somerset: A Time to Love” by Gratiana Lovelace (2017)
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“Sir Guy’s Atonement” (Book 3) on my Wattpad site (a Wattys Awards 2015 Nominee):
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“Thorin’s Dream of Love”, a 2013 short story by Gratiana Lovelace
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“Of Magic & Mistletoe” (2020) by Gratiana Lovelace; click on the image to go to my story on my Wattpad site
“Standring’s Christmas Wish”, 2018 holiday short story; link to my story at my Wattpad site
For me, before there was Daniel, before there was Kenneth, before there was Proctor, before there was Gary, before there was Thorin, before there was Porter, before there was Lucas, before there was Sir Guy, before there was Harry, before there was John Standring, there was Richard Armitage as John Thornton in North & South (2004).
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Something About Love by GratianaL is now also on Tumblr
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Keep Calm Ladies, Richard Armitage is Smiling
His smiles are so joyous, I couldn't resist making this little graphic. Click on the image to download a copy.
Congratulations to Richard Armitage! 2015 Saturn Awards Best Supporting Actor winner for his role of Thorin Oakenshield in “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies”!
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“THAUJ” NYC Premiere with Richard Armitage December 6, 2012
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The Anglophile Channel’s 2013 Favorite British Artist Richard Armitage Interview, all 5 Parts: Teaser, 1, 2, 3, and Outtakes
Click on the image to go to Grati's blog post #525 with links for all of The Anglophile Channel videos of the Richard Amitage Interview.
“The Crucible” will be available for download starting March 17, 2015 per Digital Theatre
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The Crucible: IN CONVERSATION with Richard Armitage at The Old Vic on September 2, 2014
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Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield Orcrist Swordplay gif by Midnightxsun
With a warrior's skill, Thorin demonstrates his graceful yet deadly finesse.
“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug,” December 2013
Thorin Oakenshiedl (portrayed by Richard Armitage) and his band continue their quest to reclaim their homeland. Let none dare get in their way--not even a dragon. (Click on the image to go to The Hobbit movie site for up to date news and resources.)
“The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” 2013 Official Trailer#1
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Richard Armitage 2012 Portraits by Robert Ascroft at RANet
Talented, charming, confident, philanthropic, handsome, gentlemanly, and kind--Richard Armitage possesses all of these qualities and more. Click on the image to download it. Then to see it and other Richard Armitage portraits, visit the RANet Promo Portraits 2012 Gallery at www.RichardArmitageNet.com
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey – Official Trailer 2 [HD]”, Warner Brothers; “Loyalty, Honor, A Willing Heart. I can ask no more than that.”
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“THAUJ” Tokyo Premiere where Richard Armitage displayed elegance, grace, and poise
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“THAUJ” London Premiere with Richard Armitage looking quite the sophisticated and elegant gentleman December 12, 2012
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NYC 2012 RIchard Armitage Portraits
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Richard Armitage portraying Thorin Oakenshield cover of Empire magazine, 10/24/12
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“THAUJ” Toronto Premiere with Richard ArmitageDec. 03, 2012
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“THAUJ” Wellington World Premiere with Richard Armitage on November 28, 2012 shared by RANet
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Richard Armitage interviewed about portraying Thorin Oakenshield in “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” in Accion, Nov2212
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The New Hobbit Dwarfs Group Portrait, 9/27/12 (A “Bag End” dozen?)
Courtesy of The Hobbit Facebook Albums page
The “Young Prince” Thorin Oakenshield (as Portrayed by Richard Armitage in “The Hobbit”)
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Richard Armitage from his July 2011 Recognise Magazine photo shoot
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Richard Armitage Portrait (with NZ fan Catherine) from the Isaac Theatre Royal Benefit June 23, 2012
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Tag Archives: Thorin Oakenshield
#RichardArmitage Bag End Table Reading Commanding Charisma, March 24, 2021 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #1368)
I love this THAUJ Bag End Meal Discussion table reading shot, thanks to DurinLass! Richard Armitage commands the room even without Thorin’s long locks and beard. Sighhh! Though the talented British actor Richard Armitage in costume and makeup as Thorin … Continue reading
Sexy SatuRdAy: “Thorin’s Dream of Love” (ficlet), September 14, 2013 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #448)
(This is an original ficlet/short story by Gratiana Lovelace, All rights reserved; The character of Thorin Oakenshield is from “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” by Warner Brothers, no copyright infringement intended) Thorin Oakenshield, King Under the Mountain, rests his back and … Continue reading
Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield Picked by Next Movie.com to Become “The Hobbit” films’ Superstar, 4/04/12 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #160)
The talented British Actor Richard Crispin Armitage [(1) right]–RA–has legions of devoted fans world wide. And he comes by them honestly–through his masterful storytelling as an actor and filmmaker, his gentlemanly persona in interviews, and his support of various charitable … Continue reading
“The Hobbit”–Mulubinba’s Perspective on Richard Armitage’s Views about Thorin, 1/19/12 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #108)
Fans of Richard Armitage are eagerly anticipating his debut on the world’s artistic stage as Thorin Oakenshield [(1) right] in Sir Peter Jackson’s “The Hobbit” films–“An Unexpected Journey” (to be released in 2012) and “There and Back Again” (to be released … Continue reading
A Heaping Helping of Hobbit Info, 1/05/12 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #97)
I will be the first to admit that I am a latecomer to the party with regard to my love of JRR Tolkien’s magical world. My conversion happened with The Lord of the Rings Trilogy films. Sir Peter Jackson hooked … Continue reading
New Year 2012 Brings New Beginnings, 01/01/12 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #93)
As we each awaken this morning, a new year greets us–January 1st, 2012. It is the start of the calendar year and the opportunity for a fresh start and new beginnings. One thing new that you will notice right away … Continue reading
Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield: The Man, The Myth, The Mystery, The Magnificence! 12/29/11 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #90)
I have logged many hours writing Facebook comments or writing blog essays about how wonderful the exquisitely talented British actor Richard Armitage will be portraying Thorin Oakenshield in the upcoming The Hobbit films–An Unexpected Journey (2012), and There and Back … Continue reading
“The Hobbit” Films are a Marathon Wait–with a Movie Teaser Trailer to Tide us Over, 12/20-21/11 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #83)
Fans of JRR Tolkien, fans of Sir Peter Jackson, and fans of the cast of The Hobbit–especially fans of the talented British actor Richard Armitage who portrays Thorin Oakenshield (right in character as Thorin from the 4th production video)–have had … Continue reading
Richard Armitage As Thorin will be Magnificent! 11/17/11 Gratiana Lovelace (Post #56)
When the exquisitely talented British actor Richard Armitage was initially cast in the role of Thorin Oakenshield in The Hobbit [(1, above)] as revealed on October 22, 2010 [(2, below left)], others also mentioned Mr. Armitage’s “heartthrob dwarf” looks –which … Continue reading
Seeking “Mr. Right” Among Richard Armitage’s Varied Character Roles, 9/14/11 GratianaDS90 (Post # 14)
Getting back to the notion that there are women in the world—or at least of my acquaintance—who are still seeking their Mr. Right (see my blog post #2, “Late bloomers for love can and do bloom”: https://gratianads90.wordpress.com/2011/08/27/late-bloomers-for-love-can-and-do-bloom-82711/ ). Let’s continue … Continue reading
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