Archive for July, 2008

The trailer is coming!

Jul 28, 2008

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Well on the Galleries front we have had some recent new Half-Blood Prince news in the form of the 15 second IMAX Teaser. While it was exciting to see something new from Warner Brothers, this one line from the move wasn’t enough to help satisfy my desire for HBP. Luckily this week the news came …read more!

Emma Watson at Cartier International Polo Day Event

Jul 27, 2008

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Actress Emma Watson (Hermione Granger) was in attendance at this afternoon’s Cartier International Polo 2008, an event overseen this year by Prince Charles. The Telegraph reports, a number of celebrities were in attendance along with Miss Watson, as was a crowd of over 35,000. Photos featuring Miss Watson at the event in a very beautiful …read more!

Let me introduce myself…

Jul 27, 2008

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So my first blog, (found here), was me trying to give an example of what this blog might contain, namely a retrospective look on experiences shared with Mr Potter. But, as such, it failed to give you, faithful reader, who I am. Who’s fingers are striking the keys while listening to U2? Who was able …read more!

Happy Birthday, Alex!

Jul 27, 2008

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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Alex Robbin first came to this site by showing us he was the world’s most eager 15-year-old, ready to do anything to help out. Now he just about runs the development show over here, and we frequently forget his age. Today, that’s impossible: He’s 18 years old, a full-fledged adult. He’s still the baby of …read more!

Reminder: Live Comic-Con Panel and LeakyMug Tomorrow in San Diego

Jul 27, 2008

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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Don't forget, two things tomorrow: If you’re going to Comic-Con, join us in Room 2 at 10:30 am for a discussion on all things Potter. And later, at 7pm: PotterCast and MuggleCast will hold a live Leaky Mug in San Diego! The event location is as follows: Borders Books and Music 1072 Camino Del Rio …read more!

Musing on Muses

Jul 27, 2008

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I think my Muse hates me. Seriously. Hates. Me. Here I was, for three glorious weeks, child free. The kids were camping with my parentals and I had the entire house to myself¦ oh, and my husband. There was no arguing over bath time or bedtime or inappropriate cartoons or “he touched me!”. Nothing but …read more!

A Whirlwind of Preparations

Jul 26, 2008

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Yep, that’s what it seems like is going through our home right now — a whirlwind! Because I leave in six days for Virginia and then, on August 6th, leave there for Chicago and Terminus! This will be my second HP conference and I’m looking forward to this with excitement, longing, happiness and trepidation. I …read more!

In case you’ve been in the cupboard under the stairs and missed it…

Jul 26, 2008

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I know I said that my first several blogs would be the works that Jo loves and is influenced by, but I’m just a little bit TOO antsy to let this one sit for a month or two. So, I Am A Big Fat Liar. Sorry about that. Meyer, Stephenie. Twilight. New York: Hatchette, 2005. …read more!

“Deathly Hallows” Anniversary Celebration in the Leaky Lounge

Jul 26, 2008

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Come join us today in our Leaky Lounge forum for a celebration of the one-year anniversary of the publication of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” This time last year, readers across the world at last knew of Harry’s fate and were celebrating the boy who lived. Join us in remembering that time with your …read more!

New Statues at Comic-Con International

Jul 26, 2008

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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This weekend at Comic-Con, Harry Potter merchandisers NECA and Gentle Giant have unveiled a couple of new products, which you can see here in our galleries (starting here). Included is a picture of a new Snape statue as well as new Harry and Ginny figurines. Enjoy!



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