Maya Mendez
9 articles published since June 29, 2023
About Maya Mendez
Maya Mendez is an aspiring writer from sunny Southern California. Because of her love of stories and tendency to analyze them, she began working as an intern for The Daily Fandom in August 2021. Here she had the opportunity to write about her favorite series such as Kingdom Hearts and Bleach. She has big dreams of publishing multiple book series and is working on making them a reality.
Top 20 New Movies for Kids and Families
From nostalgia trips to relaxing heartfelt stories, here are 20 new movies to try for the next family movie night.
Lord of the Rings Inspired One the Greatest Rock Bands in History
Lord of the Rings is one of the most influential pieces of literature to date. In the late 60's it inspired Led Zeppelin to write some iconic songs.
Veronica Mars Cast and Characters (Then and Now)
Veronica Mars remains a beloved teen-noir mystery show. The show's cast has been busy since the series ended in 2007, so catch up with them.
A Rings of Power Theory Suggests Sauron Isn't Who You Think He Is
While Rings of Power revealed Halbrand to be Sauron, some Lord of the Rigs fans aren't convinced that's the whole truth.
Merry and Pippin Were Always Meant to Be Lord of the Rings Heroes
Merry and Pippin just as much earn the title of hero as the rest of the Fellowship does in The Lord of the Rings. Here's why.
Tolkien Used This Lord of the Rings Villain as a Slam Against Industrialism
This The Lord of the Rings villain became Tolkien's stand-in for those that disregard nature and fail to see the ramifications of hurting Earth.
Lord of the Rings Proves Frodo Never Could Have the Standard Hero's Journey
Frodo's mission to carry the One Ring is heroic. However, it's the Ring that prevents the Hobbit from having a typical hero's journey in LOTR.
Frodo Was Always Doomed to Be the Tragic Hero
While Frodo willfully takes on the mantel to carry the One Ring in LOTR, he also cements himself as being at the center of a tragic tale.
The Importance of the Harfoots in The Lord of the Rings
The Rings of Power's Harfoots could be instrumental for the future of the Baggins' in Lord of the Rings.