Archive for November, 2008

ABC Family To Air Harry Potter Weekend in December

Nov 13, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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ABC Family is set to broadcast another special Harry Potter weekend movie marathon as part of their 25 Days of Christmas event December 5-7th. The cable station will broadcasting Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone on Friday, December 5, with back to back showings of Sorcerer’s Stone, Chamber of Secrets and Prisoner of Azkaban on …read more!

Evanesco! Harry Potter Books Often Stolen From Libraries in Scotland

Nov 13, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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Several articles out today, detailing books that are frequently stolen from libraries in Scotland. The Edinburgh Evening News reports that topping the list are books from the Harry Potter series. “New figures reveal JK Rowling’s works are not only the country’s top sellers, but also top for being thieved. Children’s author Jacqueline Wilson’s books and …read more!

“Harry, A History” Makes New York Times Bestseller List

Nov 12, 2008

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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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, …read more!

US location filming more likely?

Nov 12, 2008

Posted by: twiddlethosedials

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The BBC’s Julie Gardner is reported planning a move to the states. We know she’s stepping down as head of drama for BBC Wales and executive producer of Doctor Who. But – wouldn’t this put her in a better position to oversee location filming for Who in the states (especially if it happens for the …read more!

“We Are Wizards” Gets Theatrical NYC Run; Joint “Harry, A History”/WAW Event Friday

Nov 12, 2008

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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This Friday, November 14, we will have a special joint event at the Barnes & Noble in TriBeCa (97 Warren St, NY, click here for a map); it’s a discussion and signing of Harry, A History, and a discussion with some of the cast and crew of We Are Wizards in celebration of the documentary’s …read more!

Hats Off For Dumbledore!

Nov 12, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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Thanks to Oclumencia who owled regarding new scans from a sticker book they have, which show some new images from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Among items of interest is this rare photo of Dumbledore (Michael Gambon) without his hat, a shot of the Vanishing Cabinet in the Room of Requirement, Hermione (Emma Watson) …read more!

Video of Tom Felton Swimming With Sharks, Bungee Diving and More (Updated)

Nov 12, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

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As readers will recall, actor Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy) is set to be featured on a new installment of the UK reality program Jack Osbourne’s Celebrity Adrenaline Junkie. ITN now has a new video preview of the program where we can see new footage of in the water with a shark, as well as Tom …read more!

PotterCast 172: The Subway

Nov 11, 2008

Posted by: EdwardTLC

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The 172nd episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast is now online (along with an entire new week of vlogs) with the start of our three part series where we examine Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling’s The Beedle the Bard stories prior to its release. As always, Sue starts off the show with the …read more!

RDR Books Files Notice of Appeal

Nov 11, 2008

Posted by: KristinTLC

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As we reported in September, Judge Robert Patterson ruled in favor of J.K. Rowling and Warner Brothers in the copyright case against RDR Books, publisher of the book version of the Harry Potter Lexicon website. RDR Books has now officially filed a notice of appeal. An actual appeal will follow. Past Leaky coverage of the …read more!

RDR Books Files Appeal

Nov 11, 2008

Posted by: KristinTLC

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As we reported in September, Judge Robert Patterson ruled in favor of J.K. Rowling and Warner Brothers in the copyright case against RDR Books, publisher of the book version of the Harry Potter Lexicon website. RDR Books has now officially filed an appeal.Past Leaky coverage of the trial can be found here.



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