Leaky News Archives for Honors/Awards
J.K. Rowling Named Author of the Year at Children's Choice Book Awards
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
OotP Receives Four Nominations at EMA Awards
A sure sign that the awards season is in full swing, the “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” film received four nominations at the 2008 EMA Home Entertainment Awards. VideoBusiness is reporting the fifth Harry... MORE
Radcliffe and Leung Receive Nod for OotP Kiss at MTV Movie Awards
The nominations for the 2008 MTV Movie Awards were released today and actors Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) and Katie Leung (Cho Chang) were recognized in the category of Best Kiss. The much talked about... MORE
Watson and Radcliffe Win at 2008 Otto Awards
As we first told you in February, actress Emma Watson was nominated along with her Harry Potter costar Dan Radcliffe at the 2008 Otto Awards from Bravo Magazine. An update comes today regarding the awards via Emma... MORE
"Deathly Hallows" Receives Andre Norton Award at 2008 Nebula Awards
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
JK Rowling Honored at British Book Awards
Previously we reported Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling was to receive a special award at the British Book Awards. That ceremony took place tonight in London, England where Jo was presented with the Outstanding... MORE
Harry Potter Book Series Wins at Kids' Choice Awards
Once again, the Harry Potter books are tops, as the book series by J.K. Rowling was named a winner at tonight’s Nick Kids’ Choice Awards. Congratulations! MORE
"Order of the Phoenix" Film Nominated for 2008 Hugo Award
The Hugo Awards, which celebrate the best in the field of science fiction and fantasy work, have released their 2008 list of nominees which include a nomination for the “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” film.... MORE
JK Rowling Nominated for Children's Choice Book Award
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
Tick Tock, PotterPuppetPals Top at YouTube Awards
Snape, Snape, Severus Snape has people singing along, and singing praises as the popular Potter Puppet Pals video was named a winner at the recent YouTube Awards. The video was a winner for... MORE
"Order of the Phoenix" Wins Award for Best Score of Video Game
Thanks to TLC reader Pete for letting us know the score to the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix video game was a recent winner at the Movie Music U.K. Awards. The... MORE
Emma Watson to Attend, Present at Empire Awards
Actress Emma Watson has updated her website with a diary entry noting she will be attending the Empire Magazine Awards this Sunday. The actress, who portrays Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series, says she is also going... MORE
My Boy Jack, Michael Gambon, Maggie Smith Nominated for Broadcast Press Awards
Several actors from the Harry Potter films have been nominated for awards regarding their work in movies seen in the UK. The 34th annual Broadcasting Press Guild Awards have been announced, and gaining mention in the... MORE
Prince Charles Tells Julie Walters He Loves the Harry Potter films
Actress Julie Walters was made CBE today at ceremonies held at Buckingham Palace in London, England, where the Harry Potter actress received this special honor from the Prince of Wales. Julie Walters, who portrays Molly Weasley,... MORE
Dan Radcliffe Attends Theater Awards in London
Previously we told you a number of actors from the Harry Potter films were winners at the annual Theatregoers’ Choice Awards. Those awards were formally presented tonight in London, with actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) in attendance. Dan... MORE
Radcliffe, Shaw, Smith Win Theater Awards
Congratulations are in order tonight for several members of the Harry Potter films for their work on the British stage. The annual Whatsonstage.com Theatregoers’ Choice Award winners have now been announced, with actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) winning the... MORE
Nine Nominations for "Order of the Phoenix" at Saturn Awards
The “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” film has received a number of nominations at the upcoming 34th Annual Saturn Awards. This awards ceremony recognizes the best in Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror films each year and... MORE
Award Watch: Shaw, Lynch and Craig News and More
We have a few pieces of news regarding some of the people from the Harry Potter films and various award programs.
As we reported previously, acclaimed production designer Stuart Craig was to receive a special lifetime achievement award from the... MORE
Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger Named Among EW's Favorite Fictional Lovers
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
J.K. Rowling Receives James Joyce Award in Dublin
As we reported previously, author J.K. Rowling was to receive a special James Joyce award at University College in Dublin. That event was held last night, and Irish newspaper Independent reports on the event where... MORE
Emma Watson Nominated for 'Otto' and Glamour Magazine Awards
Further award nomination news comes today from Emma Watson's official site which has been updated noting Emma's recent nomination at the Glamor Magazine Awards for her role as Pauline in the previously released TV film, "Ballet... MORE
Jim Dale Wins Grammy Award for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" AudioBook
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
Dan Radcliffe Attends BAFTAs in London
As we reported earlier, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has been nominated for two awards at the British Academy of Film and Television Awards, with recognition in the “Special Visual Effects,” and “Production... MORE
Harry Potter Book Series Nominated at Kids' Choice Awards
The 2008 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards is scheduled to take place soon, and the nominees for their various awards have now been announced. The Harry Potter series has been nominated yet again in the category... MORE
Audie Award Nomination for Jim Dale and "Deathly Hallows"
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
Six Nominations for "Order of the Phoenix" at Empire Awards
The BBC is reporting tonight the “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” film received a total of six nominations at the upcoming Empire Magazine Movie Awards. The fifth film in the series... MORE
J.K. Rowling Named Overall Great Briton of 2007
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has been named the Morgan Stanley Overall Great Briton of 2007 as well as the winner of the Great Briton, Arts category. As we reported last month, Jo was nominated for... MORE
New Audio, Video Interviews with J.K. Rowling at South Bank Show Awards
Yesterday we told you that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling had been honored at the South Bank Show Awards. We now have three videos containing new interviews with Jo, as well as footage from the award ceremony which... MORE
J.K. Rowling Honored at South Bank Show Awards, Jokes About Replacing Gambon with Lord Attenborough
A follow up today on news we first told you about several weeks ago involving a special recognition for Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. The BBC reports the South Bank Show awards presented Jo with... MORE
A Golden Tomato for "Order of the Phoenix"
More award news comes today from longtime TLC reader Christina who let us know “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” received the Golden Tomato award for the best reviewed science-fiction/fantasy film of the... MORE
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Nominated for Two Nebula Awards
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
J.K. Rowling to Speak at Harvard Commencement June 5, 2008
J.K. Rowling will be the principal speaker at the Harvard Commencement ceremony June 5, 2008. The Harry Potter author will be featured at the prestigious university’s 357th graduation ceremony this summer in Cambridge, Massachusetts and will also
The ALA Names "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" a Notable Book
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
Two BAFTA Nominations for "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix"
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts has nominated Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix for awards in two categories. The fifth Harry Potter film was nominated in the category for “Production Design” (Stuart Craig/Stephenie... MORE
J.K. Rowling One of 50 Greatest British Post War Writers
The Times newspaper has compiled a list of the top 50 greatest British writers since 1945, and J.K. Rowling was ranked at number 42. Noting that children read the Harry Potter books "simply because they love... MORE
"Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Audio Book Honored by ALA
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
Golden Globe Awards Follow Up: Broadbent, Christie, and "Sweeney Todd" Film Named Winners
The Golden Globe awards ceremony, which took place without its usual red carpet glitz and glamor and celebrity appearances due to the ongoing Writer’s Guild strike, was broadcast last night on NBC as a press... MORE
Stuart Craig to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award from Art Directors Guild
The Art Directors Guild will honor Harry Potter production designer Stuart Craig this year, as he will be given a special Lifetime Achievement Award. Stuart Craig, who has been nominated for the Oscars twice for his production design... MORE
J.K. Rowling to be Honored by South Bank Show Awards?
There is a new report online tonight claiming that J.K. Rowling is to receive a special honor at the upcoming South Bank Show Awards. Richard Kay, columnist for The Daily Mail writes that the Harry Potter... MORE
Radcliffe, Watson Ranked in IMDb's Top 25 of 2007
Popular film and television resource, IMDb, recently released their list of the Top 25 Stars of 2007. As it was mentioned in the update of Emma Watson’s Official Website we told you about earlier... MORE
"Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" Wins People's Choice Award
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” was named a winner at The People’s Choice Award, taking the “Best Movie , Drama” award. In a short video acceptance speech taped on the set of Dumbledore’s office, actor... MORE
More Awards Updates: OotP on Shortlist for Best Makeup Oscar, Golden Globe Ceremony News
here are two more award related pieces of news this morning to update you on. First, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science announced the seven remaining films in contention for the Achievement in Makeup award, and... MORE
Awards Updates: Golden Globes and More
We have several pieces of news regarding various film awards and the Harry Potter films and cast.
Last month we told you several actors from the Harry Potter films had been nominated for the Golden Globe awards. Due to... MORE
Walters, Griffiths Named on Queen's Honours List
The annual Queen’s New Years Honours List, which gives recognition to those of exceptional achievement, service, or merit in the UK, was announced today and contained the names of two actors from the Harry Potter films: Julie Walters (Molly Weasley),... MORE
AbeBooks Names JKR Bestselling Author; "Deathly Hallows" Among Bestselling Books of 2007
Abe Books, who sell rare and used books throughout the world, have released their annual lists tracking the bestselling and most expensive books sold through their site. In three major categories, the Harry Potter novels, as... MORE
USA Today: "Harry Potter" prevails, wands down
The USA Today has published a Books Year in Review special, and selected “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” as their number one book of the year. In an article titled “Harry Potter prevails,... MORE
Newsweek Names "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" Best Book of the Year
The end of the year list mania continues as Newsweek magazine has selected "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" as their Best Book of 2007. In an article titled "Wizards, Warmongers and the West Coast," the... MORE
J.K. Rowling Nominated as a Great Briton
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has been nominated for the Morgan Stanley Great Briton 2007 Awards. Jo is nominated in the Arts category, along with acclaimed actor Sir Ian McKellen and artist Damien... MORE
Imelda Staunton Receives London Critics Circle Nomination for OotP
The London Critics Circle have released their nominations for their annual awards ceremony which highlight achievements made in British cinema and by British actors. Actress Imelda Staunton, who portrayed Dolores Umbridge in the “Harry Potter and... MORE
"Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" Nominated for Broadcast Film Critics Award
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” has been nominated for an award given by the Broadcast Film Critics Association. Nominated in the category of “Family Film (live action),” OotP is recognized along with “August Rush,”... MORE
J. K. Rowling Receives 'Woman in Film and Television' Honor
Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling was honored this past afternoon at the 17th Annual Women in Film and Television Awards held in London, England. The event, which took place over lunch today, ‘recognizes the contribution... MORE
Dan Radcliffe Receives Award Nomination for "Equus" Performance
Harry Potter actor Dan Radcliffe has been nominated for his performance in the play “Equus” from the Whatsonstage UK theater awards. Dan is nominated in the “London Newcomer of the Year” category. Mr. Radcliffe also received... MORE
J.K. Rowling Named Barbara Walters' "Most Fascinating Person of 2007" (Updated)
Every year, noted television personality and news reporter Barbara Walters hosts her special “10 Most Fascinating People” of the year program. The program, which is due to air here in the States at 10pm tonight, was... MORE
Grammy Nomination for Jim Dale's "Deathly Hallows" Narration
Actor Jim Dale received a Grammy nomination today for his audio recording of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” Theatermania.com reports Mr. Dale “is up for Best Spoken Word Album for Children,” with the
J.K. Rowling Attends British Comedy Awards
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling attended the British Comedy Awards last night in London, England. Online reports say that Jo presented actor Stephen Fry (narrator of the UK Harry Potter audio books) with a lifetime achievement award. Host... MORE
Harry Potter Producer David Heyman is One Smart Fellow
"Entertainment Weekly" has released a list of the 50 Smartest People in Hollywood. Seeking to create a list of "of the people who are rocking the industry's world this year, the people with ideas – innovative,... MORE
J.K. Rowling Wins Writer's Guild Award
The Writer’s Guild of Great Britain recently honored Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling with a special award. The List.co.uk reports that actress Joan Collins presented the award to JKR, which celebrated her Outstanding Contribution to Children’s Writing.... MORE
Entertainment Weekly Names J.K. Rowling "Entertainer of the Year"
Entertainment Weekly has named J.K. Rowling their "Entertainer of the Year" for 2007 (cover of new issue with JKR, here).The magazine says the reason they selected the Harry Potter author as their top... MORE
Sean Biggerstaff Wins Bafta Scotland Award
Actor Sean Biggerstaff was named “Best Actor” tonight at the Bafta Scotland awards. Sean, who portrayed Gryffindor Quidditch Captain Oliver Wood in “Sorcerer’s Stone” and “Chamber of Secrets,” won the award for his role in... MORE
"Order of the Phoenix" Award Nomination and DVD Trailer News
For those that might have missed it earlier, the trailer for the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix DVD that we showed you previously has now been added to the official WB UK Harry Potter website.... MORE
J.K. Rowling: Among Those Considered for Time's Person of the Year
Time Magazine is once again considering who they will name as their Person of the Year, and have now launched a new online poll for readers to vote. Among those eligible for consideration this year is Harry Potter... MORE
J.K. Rowling, Emma Watson Among Britain's Best Dressed
Harper’s Bazaar magazine has released their annual list of the best dressed women in Britain, and coming in at number seven was Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. The Telegraph reports that JKR (“increasingly glamourous”) “is more guarded with... MORE
J.K. Rowling: a Living Genius
There is another list out today and one that would make Ravenclaw proud: a list of the 100 top “Living Geniuses.” Included on this list is our favorite author, J.K. Rowling who came in at number 83. The number... MORE
Katie Leung Wins Scottish Style Award (Updated)
A follow up this morning for you as Katie Leung was named Most Stylish Female in the Scottish Style Awards. Previously we told you the actress who portrays Cho Chang in the Harry Potter films had been nominated for... MORE
"Order of the Phoenix," Ralph Fiennes Win at 2007 Scream Awards
As we told you a few months back, the latest Potter film, “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,” and its actors revived a number of nominations at Spike TV’s 2007 Scream Awards. The Scream awards, which... MORE
J.K. Rowling Honored with "Order of the Forest" Award
As we told you previously, J.K. Rowling is making the final stop of her Open Book Tour today in Toronto, Ontario Canada, and before the event, the Harry Potter author was given an award “in recognition of the role she... MORE
"Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" Nominated as Best Film at Children's BAFTA
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” has been nominated for a Children’s British Academy of Film and Television Arts Award in the category of “Best Feature Film.” The BBC reports that Order of the Phoenix was... MORE
Emma Watson Attends UK Kids' Choice Awards
As we told you previously, actress Emma Watson was to attend the first UK Kids’ Choice Awards this evening in London. The first pictures of Emma from the event are now online. You can see Emma posing on the... MORE
David Tennant: Spirit of Scotland Nominee
Actor David Tennant has been nominated in the annual Glenfiddich Spirit of Scotland Awards. The actor, who memorably portrayed Barty Crouch Jr. in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and is currently starring in the popular Doctor... MORE
Emma Watson Posts Personal Pics from Pride of Britain Awards
New photos have been posted online via Emma Watson’s official website from the Pride of Britain awards which took place earlier this week. The images, taken by Emma’s father, show the actress on the red carpet and signing autographs... MORE
"Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" Nominated for Hollywood Movie of the Year Award
Announcements were made today in relation to the Hollywood Film Festival and Hollywood Awards, and included a mention for the fifth Harry Potter film. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is one of the ten nominees for the... MORE
J.K. Rowling, Emma Watson Attend Pride of Britain Awards
The first of the photos from tonight’s Pride of Britain awards are now online, and you can see some early pictures of Emma Watson (Hermione Granger), and Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling (both wearing chic black outfits)here via... MORE
J.K. Rowling to be Honored at Pride of Britain Awards
A few days ago we first told you about the Pride of Britain awards which will be held tomorrow night in London, England and that actress Emma Watson and J.K. Rowling would be attending this event. Tonight... MORE
Trio, Bonnie Wright, Evanna Lynch, Matt Lewis Attend National Movie Awards; Emma Watson, Dan Radcliffe, OotP Named Winners
As we told you previously, the trio of Dan Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson were confirmed to attend the National Movie Awards in London, England. We have photos of them attending the awards, along with Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley),... MORE
Reminder: National Movie Awards This Weekend in UK
Emma Watson’s official website has been updated with a reminder and confirmation of her attendance this weekend at the National Movie Awards in the UK. Her website confirms that Emma will indeed attend these awards tomorrow, for which... MORE
Dan Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson to Attend National Movie Awards
Last month, we first told you that actors Dan Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson were nominated for a new national movie award in the UK. Along with these acting nominations Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix... MORE
All Scream for "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix"
You scream, she screams, we all scream for…Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix? Yes, well sort of,as SPIKE TV has announced the nominations for the SCREAM 2007awards. Honoring “the newest and hottest in horror, sci-fi,... MORE
USA Today: J.K. Rowling One of 25 Most Influential People
As the USA Today is marking 25 years of publication, the newspaper is releasing 25 lists to mark the occasion. The most recent list is of the 25 most influential people of the past 25 years, and includes... MORE
<em>Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix</em> Wins Teen Choice Award
The voters of the Teen Choice Awards have voted Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix the Choice Summer Movie (Drama/Action/Adventure). Congrats all!
MOREPhelps Twins Among Newest Nominees for Birmingham Walk of Stars Honor
James and Oliver Phelps, who play Weasley twins Fred and George in the Harry Potter films, are among the latest nominees for a place on their home town’s Birmingham Walk of Stars. Their local paper, The Sutton Observer,
J.K. Rowling to be Honored by City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Author J.K. Rowling is to be honored by the city of Edinburgh, Scotland, with a possibility of naming a street or building after the Harry Potter author. Edinburgh is currently the home of our favorite author, and where she wrote... MORE
Dan Radcliffe, Rupert Grint Join Emma Watson as British National Movie Award Nominees
Following on the news that we first told you several days ago, actors Dan Radcliffe and Rupert Grint are also joining fellow Harry Potter actress Emma Watson as nominees at the inaugural British National Movie Awards. The Metro reports... MORE
"Order of the Phoenix," Emma Watson Nominated at UK National Movie Awards
According to a posting on actress Emma Watson’s website, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has been nominated at a new National Movie Award in the UK in the category of “Best Family Movie.” Emma has also... MORE
Nick Harry Potter News: "Deathly Hallows" Up for UK Kid's Choice Awards, Magazine Feature on OotP
Thanks to Nickelodeon for letting us know about a few pieces of news involving Nick and Harry Potter.
First, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows has been nominated at the first UK Kid’s Choice Awards in... MORE
'Hand, Foot and Wand' Imprint Ceremony to Take Place Today
Following the US premiere of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix that was held last night in Los Angles, reports and pictures of which you can see here, actors Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Emma Watson (Hermione Granger)... MORE
US "Order of the Phoenix" Premiere Today in Los Angeles
Later today, the US premiere for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix will take place at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, California. As we reported the other day, film stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and... MORE
"Order of the Phoenix" Wins 2007 Trailer Award
The Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix trailer was named "Summer 2007 Blockbuster" at the 8th Annual Golden Trailer Awards, which honor the best trailers in the film industry. The awards ceremony took place... MORE
Waterstone Names "Philosopher's Stone" As Top Book of the Last 25 Years
UK bookseller, Waterstones, released a list of their 'top 25 books of the last 25 years' to commemorate the companies quarter century in business and "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," the first book in the... MORE
"Order of the Phoenix" Nominated for MTV Movie Award
While not even released yet, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has been nominated for the 'Best Summer Movie You Haven't Seen Yet' on the MTV Movie Awards. Up against fellow summer releases such as Rush... MORE
USA Today: "Sorcerer's Stone" Most Memorable Book of Past 25 Years
The USA Today newspaper has a feature on the 25 Books that leave a legacy, spotlighting the most memorable reads of the past 25 years. The number one spot on this list is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's... MORE
Kids Choose Harry Potter
The Harry Potter book series received up top honors in the category of âFavorite Bookâ tonight at this years Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards. The awards are based on voting from viewers all over the world... MORE
Nick Kids' Choice Awards Voting Opens
Voting is now open for the 2007 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards where the Harry Potter series has been nominated in the âFavorite Bookâ category. You are now able to vote via Nick.com in this category as well as... MORE
J.K. Rowling, Scotland Woman of Influence
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has been selected as one of the finalists for the NCH Scotland Women of Influence Awards. Jo is one of five women nominated "who have worked hard to improve the lifestyles and education... MORE
Harry Potter Films Top New UK Poll
In a new survey conducted in the UK, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone was voted the most favorite British-made children's feature film. Conducted by First Light Movies and the UK Film Council, results... MORE
Harry Potter Books Nominated for 2007 Kid's Choice Awards
Nickelodeon sent out a press release tonight announcing the nominees for the 2007 Kid's Choice awards, and the Harry Potter novels have been nominated again in the "Favorite Book" category. Up against other books such as How to... MORE
Griffiths, de la Tour Nominated for BAFTAs
Nominations for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards have been announced, and Richard Griffiths (Vernon Dursley) and Frances de la Tour (Madame Maxime) have been recognized for their performances... MORE
<em>Half-Blood Prince</em> a Kids' Pick for 2007
The results of a new poll are in which show Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling, is the top read for children in the fourth through sixth grades. Over 2,800 children voted recently in the Scholastic "Kids'... MORE
Theatregoers' Choice Award Nominees Include Gambon, Margolyes
Nominees for the WhatsOnStage.com Theatregoers' Choice Awards were announced at a gala luncheon in London's West End yesterday, and include Harry Potter cast members Michael Gambon (Dumbledore) and Miriam Margolyes (Professor Sprout). Mr. Gambon was nominated for Best... MORE
"Half-Blood Prince" Wins Scottish Book Award; JKR Sends Thank You Message
A few weeks ago, we first told you that Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince had been nominated for a Scottish Children's Book Award. Those awards have now been announced, and Half-Blood Prince was declared the... MORE
GoF Wins Children's BAFTA; Rupert Grint, Phelps Twins Attend Ceremony
As we told you previously, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire had been nominated at the Children's BAFTAs in two categories. These awards were held tonight in London, England, and while the film lost tonight... MORE
Stephen Fry Nominated as Greatest Living British Cultural Icon
Stephen Fry, narrator of the British Harry Potter audiobooks, is one of ten people nominated as Britain's greatest living cultural icon on the BBC2 program, "The Culture Show." The... MORE
Kid's BAFTA Voting Now Open
Previously we first told you that Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire had received two nominations at the Kid's BAFTAs, including Best Film. Now, You can also vote online for your favorite film of the year at... MORE
<em>Half-Blood Prince</em> Voted Favorite Young Adult Book
The American Library Aassociation announced that Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" was voted the favorite book of teen readers in its annual "Teens' Top Ten" poll. Over 5,000 votes cast online during Teen Read Week... MORE
J.K. Rowling, A Hero of Our Time
In honor of sixty years of publication, Time Europe has published a special edition of the magazine featuring "60 Years of Heroes" which include Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. In the company of others such as Nelson Mandela,... MORE
"Half-Blood Prince" Nominated for Scottish Children's Book Award
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling is among those nominated at the Royal Mail Awards for Scottish Children's Books. Included in the "Younger readers â 8-12 years" category, these awards are presented to... MORE
BIFA News for Frances de la Tour, Jason Isaacs
Actress Frances de la Tour (Madame Maxime) has been nominated as "Best Actress" for her role in the film "The History Boys" at the British Independent Film Awards. Readers will remember that earlier this year, Ms.... MORE
"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" Nominated for Kids BAFTA
"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" has been nominated for a children's BAFTA this year in the category of "Best Film." The BBC reports that Goblet is competing against Pirates of the Caribbean:... MORE
Plaque Installed Outside Harry's "Birthplace" in Edinburgh
Here is a followup today regarding the story we told you about last December, where a plaque was to be placed outside the cafe wher