Archive for December, 2007

New Video Preview of J.K. Rowling…A Year in the Life Documentary

Dec 23, 2007

Posted by: SueTLC

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We have another treat tonight for Harry Potter fans, as we now have a second preview clip from the upcoming documentary on JKRowling. ITV sent us this new video which you can watch here in our galleries Jo goes back to the flat where she wrote the first Harry Potter book. In what is a …read more!

Video from Biography Channel Special on “Harry Potter Kids”

Dec 22, 2007

Posted by: SueTLC

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Previously we told you that cable channel Biography would be airing a new program on the trio of Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), and Emma Watson (Hermione Granger). That program aired earlier this week, and we now have the video for you here in our galleries: Part One, Part Two and Part …read more!

New Year’s Resolution Contest Opens

Dec 22, 2007

Posted by: EdwardTLC

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With less than 10 days left before 2007 leaves us, many spend this time making resolutions for themselves in 2008. Much is the same for the Harry Potter characters we’ve come to know. A new contest we have for you asks for your help in making resolutions for those very characters for the new year. …read more!

“Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” Reading Group Sorting Begins on Lounge

Dec 22, 2007

Posted by: EdwardTLC

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The Lily and Stag Inn have opened their doors once again for all wishing to join the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” reading groups. Our forum, the Leaky Lounge, is hosting this fun group reading of the sixth Harry Potter book which will kick off on January 4th. Sorting is now open for …read more!

Happy Birthday, Ralph Fiennes!

Dec 22, 2007

Posted by: SueTLC

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Today, actor Ralph Fiennes (Lord Voldemort) is celebrating his 45th birthday. Cheers to you Ralph and best wishes from all of us at TLC!

Entertainment Weekly Names Leaky “Essential Fan Site” and “Best of the Web”

Dec 21, 2007

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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Entertainment Weekly has placed Leaky as #2 (and the only HP site named) on its 25 Essential Fan Sites (online version) and Best of the Web lists (print version – thanks Cindy for the scan!). The article points out our Harry Potter podcast, PotterCast; our Scribbulus essays; Chamber of Chat, and our Harry Potter crafts …read more!

Harry Potter Crossword – General Knowledge

Dec 21, 2007

Posted by: Doris

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Around the Wizarding World – General Harry Potter Knowledge Test your general Harry Potter knowledge here! Around the Wizarding World – General Harry Potter Knowledge class=”ecw-answerbox” id=”waitmessage”> This interactive crossword puzzle requires JavaScript and a reasonably recent web browser, such as Internet Explorer 5.5 or later, Netscape 7, Mozilla, Firefox, or Safari. If you have …read more!

Jo Rowling Updates Site, Gives Fan Site Award to the HP Alliance

Dec 21, 2007

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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The latest update to JKRowling.com includes info about her reaction to the sale of Beedle the Bard to Amazon, an explanation of the meaning of “The Scottish Book,” as she used the term on PotterCast, and the thing that has made us all most proud today, and for which we want to extend our sincere …read more!

Research Finds Harry Potter Descended from Wizards

Dec 21, 2007

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As if any more evidence was needed, researchers from Oxford University who have been studying aspects of wizarding genes, found that evidence points to Harry Potter descending from a magical bloodline. The Telegraph has a fun look this evening at ‘an analysis of wizardry’ study on the genetics of wizards from the Harry Potter novels. …read more!

J. K. Rowling Named Among MSN’s Most Influential Women of 2007

Dec 21, 2007

Posted by: EdwardTLC

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More news comes today concerning J. K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter books has been included in MSN‘s list of The Most Influential Women of 2007. Included along with Ms. Rowling on the list this year are such influential people as Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, writer Tina Fey, and singer Carrie Underwood. The …read more!



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