Isn't the prize meant to assist someone with their work? If they're of an advanced age, they may not write much more.
As for Tolkien, the Hobbit was a way better story as far as books go. I read LOTR years ago, and it's a hu-uge disappointment to read. I doubt I could wade through it again today.
number1guy, people know what they like. Converting a bad movie into 3D really doesn't enhance it. The real problem with Lucas going back and tweaking the movie to 3D is that he's going to stick in other changes, too. Although, I somehow doubt there will be the same uproar there was when he "improved" the original movies.
As for Tolkien, the Hobbit was a way better story as far as books go. I read LOTR years ago, and it's a hu-uge disappointment to read. I doubt I could wade through it again today.