The novel Lord of The Rings speaks of entities that are a race resembling giant trees. They mirror mythological stories found around the world of talking trees, and in The Lord of The Rings, they act as shepherds of the forests. I have a fascination with trees, and it shows up in my work quite often. Trees are so multifaceted, signifying both the beginning and end of life. They live, die, and are reborn. They have been silent witnesses to the wonders and atrocities of the world and hold so many secrets and stories within them.