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September 29, 2008, 09:13 PM

It is back to the regular format of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast this week for our 167th episode of Harry Potter news, discussion, and more. Sue opens up this episode with the latest... MORE

Cover Art for "Deathly Hallows" Paperback

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September 29, 2008, 06:33 PM

Earlier this month we told you that the US paperback edition of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows would be published by Scholastic on July 7, 2009. A high res photo of the cover for the book... MORE

Battling Voldemort, 101

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September 25, 2008, 08:48 PM

In the past, we've told you about the rise in popularity of collegiate level course on the Harry Potter Series. Tonight, MTV has a new piece online, focusing on the classes being taught at Swarthmore College. In particular,... MORE

Scholastic to Release US Paperback Edition of "Deathly Hallows" July, 2009

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September 22, 2008, 01:43 PM

Scholastic has issued a press release heralding the good news that they will be releasing the paperback edition of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” on July 7, 2009. The US publishers of the Harry Potter series note... MORE

Cover Art for German "Tales of Beedle the Bard"

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September 12, 2008, 08:45 PM

We have several updates regarding the upcoming publication of “The Tales of Beedle the Bard” by J.K. Rowling. As readers know, this book, including the tales first mentioned in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” is due... MORE

Sing the Song of the Sorting Hat

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August 02, 2008, 01:32 AM

As it is now August, we have an exciting new contest to bring you today. The Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Sorting Hat Song Contest asks you to provide the lyrics to the... MORE

Additional Info on Previous Elder Wand Owners, Malfoy Family, Aberforth Dumbledore and More in New "Beedle the Bard" Book

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August 01, 2008, 11:23 AM

Scholastic, the US publishers of the Harry Potter novels, have updated their website with additional information regarding some of the content to be found in the new “Tales of the Beedle the Bard”... MORE

"Deathly Hallows" Anniversary Celebration in the Leaky Lounge

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July 26, 2008, 11:22 AM

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... MORE

Japanese Translation of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Released

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July 23, 2008, 01:00 PM

The Japanese translation of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” was released today in Japan, just two days after the one year anniversary of when the first copies of the book were originally released. Reports online... MORE

PotterCast 160: The Last Show... Before Tour!

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July 23, 2008, 09:57 AM

The 160th episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is online this morning with our last regular episode before the PotterCasters set off for their upcoming tour. Sue starts off the news this week... MORE

One year ago today...

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July 21, 2008, 02:51 AM

A year ago today, most of us were gulping down pages of Deathly Hallows. Some of us had waited 10 years for it, and though we were sad that the end was nigh we were too excited... MORE

Balmoral Hotel Offers "JK Rowling Suite"

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July 20, 2008, 01:41 PM

The room in Edinburgh’s picturesque Balmoral Hotel where J.K. Rowling finished writing Harry Potter has been renamed, with the author’s permission, the J.K. Rowling Suite, the Telegraph reports. It costs £965/night to stay there.

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Australian Television Airs Excerpts from J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life Documentary

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July 12, 2008, 10:49 PM

Last year, lucky viewers in the UK were able to view the special “J.K. Rowling: A Year in the Life” documentary. That documentary is now set to air this weekend in Australia, and thanks to Sunrise, who let us know... MORE

Book News Roundup: UK "Deathly Hallows" Paperback Due this Week, JKR Against Book "Age Banding" and More

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July 07, 2008, 01:54 PM

While there has been much ado recently with the long awaited release of glorious high res new photos from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and the HBP video game news, we do... MORE

PotterCast 158: Crab People

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July 01, 2008, 11:48 PM

PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is online this evening with its 158th episode. In the news this week, Sue brings us information on Jason Isaacs in the “Deathly Hallows” film, actress Kate Mulgrew joining... MORE

Cauldron Shop Update: Sale on Deluxe "Deathly Hallows", Pre-Order Anniversary "Sorcerer's Stone"

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June 28, 2008, 06:56 PM

If you are looking to do a bit of reading this summer, have we got a deal for you. The US Hardcover Deluxe edition of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows from Scholastic is currently on... MORE

Hindi Edition of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Released

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June 27, 2008, 06:42 PM

Nearly a year after the publication of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” in the States and UK, the Hindi edition of the final installment in author J. K. Rowling’s series has been released. Starting on Friday,... MORE

Harry Potter Book Sales Top 400 Million Mark

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June 17, 2008, 01:17 PM

There are some new numbers out today, regarding the sales of the Harry Potter books by J.K. Rowling. The Bookseller.com reports that world wide sales of the beloved series about the boy wizard have topped the 400... MORE

PotterCast 156: Drumsticks?

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June 15, 2008, 09:03 PM

PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is online tonight with its 156th episode of Harry Potter news, discussion, and more. This week Sue brings us the latest on the charity auction of the 800-word story... MORE

Rowling and Radcliffe Make Forbes Celebrity 100 List for 2008

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June 11, 2008, 08:01 PM

Once again, Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling has made Forbes Magazine’s annual listing of The Celebrity 100. Forbes tracks a number of statistics throughout the year, producing this ranking of the most powerful celebrities. Coming in at number... MORE

PotterCast 155: We Fly, Of Course

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June 10, 2008, 10:53 PM

The 155th episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is now online for your listening pleasure. This episode brings you the latest discussion of J. K. Rowling’s recent commencement speech at Harvard University. The... MORE

Jim Dale Wins Audie Award for "Deathly Hallows" Narration

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May 31, 2008, 01:23 PM

Congratulations are in order today for Jim Dale who won an Audie Award last night in Los Angeles for best “Solo Narration-Male” for his work on the US audio book of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. As... MORE

Winner Announced in Amazon.com's Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest

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May 22, 2008, 12:13 PM

Voting has now ended in Amazon.com’s Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest, and the winner who will receive a weekend with the handwritten work by J. K. Rowling has been chosen. As we told you MORE

J.K. Rowling Named Author of the Year at Children's Choice Book Awards

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May 14, 2008, 10:42 AM

Back in March, we told you Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling had been nominated for a National Children’s Choice Book Award. Last night in New York City, these awards were presented, with J.K. Rowling... MORE

Final Voting Now Open in Amazon.com Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest

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May 14, 2008, 10:14 AM

The two finalists in Amazon.com’s Beedle the Bard Ballad Writing Contest have been chosen after a week long voting period we told you about earlier where the public picked a top entry in the... MORE

Voting Now Open on Semi-Finalists in Amazon "Beedle the Bard" Contest

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May 05, 2008, 11:51 AM

Last month, we told you of a contest that Amazon.com was holding, where you could win a trip for two to London, England, and read the special handwritten copy of "The Tales of Beedle the... MORE

Salute to the Fallen Heroes Contest Launches

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May 02, 2008, 10:16 AM

May 2nd marks the ten year anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts which took place in the final chapters of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” On that night, wizards took up arms together to fight against... MORE

Harry Potter to Disapparate from the New York Times Bestseller List

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May 01, 2008, 04:49 PM

Next week, for the first time in almost nine and a half years, Harry Potter will not appear on the New York Times bestseller list.. The New York Times’s article reminds readers that it first appeared on December... MORE

"Deathly Hallows" Receives Andre Norton Award at 2008 Nebula Awards

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April 29, 2008, 11:30 AM

A follow up today as the seventh book, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” won the 2008 Andre Norton Award at the Annual Nebula Awards Ceremony which took place in Austin, Texas this past weekend. As... MORE

New Documentary on JK Rowling Due on ABC this November

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April 20, 2008, 11:29 PM

There is news tonight that a new documentary on J.K. Rowling is being prepared by ABC News. This behind the scenes documentary will include “several interviews, the book tour for the final “Harry Potter” installment,... MORE

Video Showing "The Tales of Beedle the Bard" Security Measures and More Now Online

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April 17, 2008, 11:12 PM

There is a new video online this evening from Yahoo!News which gives a closer look at “The Tales of Beedle the Bard,” the handwritten and illustrated book by J. K. Rolwing containing five stories referenced in... MORE

Book Containing JKR Signature Helps Raise £10,000 for UK Church

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April 17, 2008, 03:54 PM

A church in Tutshill, Gloucestershire, England has raised £10,000 ($19,909) after a viewing of a Visitors’ Book containing the signature of Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling. ThisIsGloucestershire is reporting the money was raised during a fundraising launch where... MORE

"Deathly Hallows" Wins 2007 Berkshire Children’s Book Award

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April 15, 2008, 11:26 AM

The seventh book in author J. K. Rowling’s series, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” has won with 2007 Berkshire Children’s Book Award after votes were cast by some 1,000 students across 33 schools in Berkshire... MORE

Confirmed: Extract of Deathly Hallows, New Illustrations in Book for Prince Charles

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April 10, 2008, 07:45 AM

Earlier we told you that author J.K. Rowling would contribute to a book to be published in honor of the 60th birthday of Prince Charles. Reps for JKR have now confirmed to TLC that there... MORE

Amazon Contest: Win a Trip to London and Read "The Tales of Beedle the Bard"

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April 09, 2008, 07:42 AM

Today, Amazon has announced a fantastic new contest that is sure to appeal to the serious Harry Potter fans. The online retailer has announced a new contest to win a trip for two to London,... MORE

Scholastic Special Edition Wizard Challenges

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April 03, 2008, 08:52 PM

Thinking caps and mouses at the ready everyone! Scholastic has updated their Harry Potter site with the latest in their special series of Wizard Challenge quizzes. The newest edition, “Humoring Harry,” features questions our favorite pranksters,... MORE

JKR: Snape and Dumbledore Two of the Most Important Characters in "Deathly Hallows"

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April 03, 2008, 11:10 AM

Back in February, we told you Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling was a guest at the James Joyce Awards in Dublin, Ireland. Thanks to La Gazetter du Sorcier there is a new report online containing a... MORE

Cover Art for Japanese Translation of "Deathly Hallows" Revealed

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March 31, 2008, 03:42 PM

The publishers of the Harry Potter novels in Japan, Say-zan-sha, have released the cover art for their edition of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. You can view the cover art right here in our... MORE

JK Rowling Nominated for Children's Choice Book Award

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March 24, 2008, 10:55 PM

Author J.K. Rowling has been nominated for an award given by the Children’s Book Council. The School Library Journal reports that Jo is nominated for her book Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows as a “2007 Author... MORE

PotterCast 143: Of Two Minds

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March 16, 2008, 09:32 PM

The 143rd episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is online this evening with a lengthy discussion about the recent confirmation of a two part “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” film,... MORE

New J.K. Rowling Interview: Confirms Working on "Scottish Book," Reflects on Dumbledore, Homophobia, Fundamentalism, Future Writing Projects and More

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March 08, 2008, 05:11 PM

J.K. Rowling has given a new interview with the Edinburgh "Student" newspaper, where the Harry Potter author gives her thoughts on future writing projects, the reaction to the news on Dumbledore's sexuality, religious fundamentalists, and much more. In this lengthy... MORE

New UK Harry Potter PaperBack Set, Half-Blood Prince 2009 Calendar, Cauldron Shop Update and More

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March 06, 2008, 12:59 PM

We have several updates today regarding some books and merchandise from Harry Potter series.

First UK publishers Bloomsbury have announced that a special new box set of all seven of the Harry Potter books in paperback will... MORE

PotterCast 141: Oh Frak!

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March 04, 2008, 01:59 AM

Tonight we bring you the 141st episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, with none other than Frak subbing for our academically involved John this episode. In the news this week, Melissa, Sue,... MORE

'Ears to Fred and George Contest Opens

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February 27, 2008, 09:37 PM

Our Contest Crew has a new call for submissions for our latest contest to bring you today. Soon the April 1st celebration of the birth of Fred and George Weasley will be up on us, and we... MORE

Spanish Language Translation of "Deathly Hallows" Released

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February 21, 2008, 04:26 PM

The Spanish language translations of the seventh novel in author J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series hit store shelves today in Spain, the United States, and throughout Latin America. As we told you previously, readers would... MORE

Winners of Ron's Chocolate Card Contest Announced

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February 19, 2008, 11:35 PM

Our latest Leaky contest is now complete, and the winners for our Ron’s Chocolate Card Contest have been announced. For this contest, we asked you to design your own Chocolate Frog card for Ron Weasley in... MORE

Cover Art for Spanish Edition of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Released

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February 19, 2008, 10:52 PM

The cover art for the Spanish language editions of the “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” novel have been released in the lead up to the book’s upcoming release this Thursday. You can view this cover MORE

553 First Edition Harry Potter Books Up for Auction

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February 17, 2008, 06:53 PM

While many Harry Potter fans have several copies of the beloved books in various forms and languages, one fan is selling his rather impressive collection: all 553 first edition copies in 63 languages to be exact. The Times... MORE

Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger Named Among EW's Favorite Fictional Lovers

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February 14, 2008, 12:03 PM

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Entertainment Weekly has released a list of Pop Culture’s Best Couples, a ranking of 26 of our favorite true (fictional) lovers. The fictional pairing of characters Ron Weasley and Hermione... MORE

Jim Dale Wins Grammy Award for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" AudioBook

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February 10, 2008, 08:21 PM

At ceremonies before tonight’s telecast, it was announced that Jim Dale won the Grammy Award in the category best “Spoken Word Album for Children” for his audio recording of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” written... MORE

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Hungarian Translation Released

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February 10, 2008, 12:46 PM

Readers of the Harry Potter series in Hungary had the opportunity to pick up their copy of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” as the translated edition was released in that country on February 9th. Many bookstores... MORE

Updated: JKR Discusses the Role of Death in the Series, Religion, the US Presidential Election and More in New Interview (Complete Translation Now Online)

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February 09, 2008, 01:43 PM

Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling has given a new interview to Spanish language newspaper El Pais in which she openly discusses many subjects including her series, inspirations, real-life heroes, and even the upcoming United States Presidential election. Thanks... MORE

Audie Award Nomination for Jim Dale and "Deathly Hallows"

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February 05, 2008, 10:12 PM

Actor Jim Dale has been nominated for his audio recording of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows at the 2008 Audie Awards. Recognized for his voice work in the category of “Solo Narration-Male,” Jim... MORE

JK Rowling...A Year in the Life Documentary to Broadcast in Canada on Monday

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February 02, 2008, 10:05 AM

Canadian residents will have a chance to catch the “J.K. Rowling…A Year in the Life” documentary as it is set to be broadcast this Monday at 10:00pm (ET) on CBC Newsworld. The special documentary by... MORE

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Czech Translation Released

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January 31, 2008, 12:51 PM

Today brings the release of another translated edition of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” this time in the Czech Republic. Czech news source Rozhlas reported the main release event was held at the Kanzelsberger Bookshop... MORE

PotterCast 136: Conversations with Paul

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January 28, 2008, 11:30 PM

The newest episode of our Harry Potter podcast, PotterCast, is now online and includes an extended conversation with Harry and the Potter’s singer Paul DeGeorge. Paul joins Melissa, Sue, and John this week to... MORE

Translated Edition of "Deathly Hallows" Hits Stores in Poland

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January 25, 2008, 07:28 PM

More news today regarding the translations of the Harry Potter series, very soon readers in Poland will be able to get their hands on translated editions of the final Harry Potter book, as the novel is set... MORE

Recycled Paper Required for Finnish Editions of "Deathly Hallows"

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January 24, 2008, 02:49 PM

The New York Times is reporting the release of the Finnish editions of the final book in author J. K. Rowling’s series, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” printed on Finland paper has been blocked due... MORE

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Nominated for Two Nebula Awards

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January 21, 2008, 11:15 AM

The seventh book in author J. K. Rowling’s series, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” has been nominated for two awards in the preliminary ballot for the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America’s Nebula... MORE

USA Today Names "Deathly Hallows" Top Book of 2007

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January 17, 2008, 01:18 PM

There is a new set of stories online from USA Today regarding the spectacular sales of the final book in author J. K. Rowling’s series, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” and of the impact this,... MORE

Movie Magic Magazine Feature on Future of Harry Potter Films

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January 16, 2008, 06:21 PM

Movie Magic Magazine, on newsstands and in bookstores now, talks of the last three Harry Potter films, “Order of the Phoenix, “Half-Blood Prince,” and “Deathly Hallows” in a multiple page spread in their January 2008 issue. Featuring... MORE

The ALA Names "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" a Notable Book

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January 16, 2008, 02:31 PM

The American Library Association continued handing out awards, and included another mention for the final book in the Harry Potter series. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling was named on the list of 2008... MORE

"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Audio Book Honored by ALA

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January 14, 2008, 08:18 PM

Today, the American Library Association announced their winners for the year’s top books, videos and audiobooks for children and young adults. In the first ever Odyssey Award for Excellence in Audiobook Production, the audiobook... MORE

Scholastic to Continue Efforts in Environmentally Responsible Publishing

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January 09, 2008, 11:23 AM

Scholastic, the US publishers of the Harry Potter novels, announced new plans to continue their environmentally responsible publishing practices, setting new goals and launching a new website. In a press release, the company... MORE

PotterCast 133: The Bard’s Tale