Leaky News Archives for June 2003
OotP Obituary
June 29, 2003, 05:26 PM
The Toronto Star has posted an obituary for the death of someone who died in Order of the Phoenix. Not quite as heartfelt as those I've seen from fans - but if you come across more, send them to us.
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Harry Isn't The Only One To Cause Chaos
June 29, 2003, 04:51 PM
In their time, Sherlock Holmes, Little Nell, and Dracula raised quite the excitement.
Potter Success Due to Merchandizing
June 29, 2003, 04:39 PM
Dr. Allison Simpson of Sydney University claims that the Harry Potter series wouldn't be nearly as popular if it weren't for the video games, movie and supplemental merchandizing keeping kids interest.
It's A Family Affair
June 29, 2003, 04:27 PM
The Daily Herald details the path of Potter through the hands of a family.
Harry Potter Frenzy Waning
June 29, 2003, 04:17 PM
It seems that the chaos that is for those seeking the fifth book of Potter is waning to more managable levels. Still - it's been a fun ride.
EW Review of OotP
June 27, 2003, 05:43 PM
Heads up - issue #718 of Entertainment Weekly will have a review of OotP by thriller mastermind Stephen King, who gave a very nice notice to GoF in 2000. Thanks to Allie, we know that the last issue was #716/717, so next Friday (the one after if this was a double issue) will have the review.
Visit Britain with VisitBritain!
June 27, 2003, 04:40 PM
Three of Nimbus - 2003's sponsors - Beyond Bounadries, VisitBritain and Borders Books & Music, have gathered together to present a sweepstakes, the winner of which will be announced at the Orlando event next month. The sweepstakes' Grand Prize consists of a 7 day/6 night Live the Legend! package forContinued...
Lexicon Updates: Black Geneaology, New Locations and Fantastic Facts
June 27, 2003, 11:23 AM
The Lexicon is hard at work this week with updates including The Black Family Tree, descriptions of Malfoy Mansion, 12 Grimmauld Place, & St. Mungos. The Strictly British slang glossary and Fantastical Facts from Book V has also been updated while they work to update the restContinued...
Autograph Pic
June 26, 2003, 02:24 PM
Here you go guys - it's blurry and whatnot, but we'll make a better one when I get home. (The Book That Makes Us Very Happy)
Newsround's JKR Coverage
June 26, 2003, 02:00 PM
Check out BBC Newsround's coverage of the Royal Albert Hall event.
In related news, I'll soon be bringing you a first-hand report. :) Yes, I'm in a net cafe in London - Lizo is here and says hello. It was last minute, sorry for not saying anything! There will soon be pictures and a scan of a title OotP pageContinued...
Rowling Webcast Live at 11am ET
June 26, 2003, 08:17 AM
Don't forget, starting in just three hours (11am ET/ 4pm BST) at http://www.msn.co.uk/harrypotter/ will be the live Webcast of J.K. Rowling at Royal Albert Hall.
EA to Release New Game
June 26, 2003, 07:56 AM
The rumor mill is quite active today stating that Electronic Arts may be launching a game for PS2, Xbox and GameCube due out this Fall.
DanRadcliffe.com Birthday Fundraiser
June 25, 2003, 09:28 PM
Similar to the efforts of Jason Issacs' fans earlier this year, the regulars at DanRadcliffe.com have organized a fundraiser in support of the National Autistic Society of Britain. It's a good cause, and a good occasion - and for UK taxpayers, any donation will be increased by almost a third at no costContinued...
OotP Now Online for Downloading - Illegally
June 25, 2003, 06:36 PM
According to CNet's Paul Festa, a pirated version o OotP is available online in Microsoft eBook format for all to download.
VR Hogwarts Express
June 25, 2003, 06:24 PM
Reader Matt sent us this Quicktime VR of the Hogwarts Express the morning on June 21st.
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