On Sunday, the New York Times Nonfiction Bestseller List will include Harry, A History. It will debut there at number 18 (a very lucky number in my, and many other people's, family).
It's tempting to say a lot right here. I'll save that for the website; for now, I'll just say thank you Leaky people, who have been buying it and talking about it and... and everything else. You can't expect me to think like a writer right now. Thank you. Thank YOU.
Melissa, it is such a great read! I cant stop gushing over it and have totally convinced friends to go out and buy it. Congratulations on your success.
No, Melissa, thank YOU! I wish I could think like a writer and come up with the words to explain just how much I loved Harry, A History, but nothing seems to truly capture the feeling. I literally laughed and cried while reading. And I was torn between feeling so happy and so grateful for having joined the fandom when I did, and feeling so sad that I hadn’t come into it earlier because I missed so many great moments (I didn’t read the books until the January after HBP was released.) Most of all, though, Harry, A History reaffirmed my love for all things HP – I’m already looking forward to rereading it, since I flew through so quickly the first time. Congratulations on the success of the book – it is very well-deserved!
Melissa,I believe it’s okay to say " I told you so". I did so in Detroit to be exact. You said "from your mouth to God’s ear". I guess He was listening. Honestly how could you have missed. You may not be the most all knowing Harry expert ( some kid in Toronto is) but you are the Queen of the fandom and you know your realm. Can’t wait to see it at number one. Thank you.
I got the book early, and haven’t had the "courage" to read it yet, because I know that I will cry..I’ve followed your journey for nearly eight years now, and even though I don’t know you, personally, I feel that I do. I’m sure you understand. I am old enough to be your mom, (and also have have a daughter in journalism) and I am exceedingly proud of your acheivements, and thankful, for your sharing all of your experiences with us. Congratulations, and God bless, Melissa. Enjoy your your well earned sucess.! L.D
Tall, thin, and black-hooded, his terrible snakelike face white and gaunt, his scarlet, slit-pupiled eyes staring... Lord Voldemort had appeared in the middle of the hall, his wand pointing at Harry who stood frozen, quite unable to move.
Congrats Melissa! Your book is amazing!!!