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JKR/WB vs. RDR Books Trial: JKR Wins Copyright Case

Posted by: Kristin -
September 08, 2008, 02:34 PM

News sources are reporting that the judge in the case of J.K. Rowling and Warner Brothers vs. RDR Books has issued a ruling. From WNBC NY:

“The small publisher was not contesting that the lexicon infringes upon... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Neville Longbottom!

Posted by: Edward -
July 30, 2008, 10:16 AM

With the “Half-Blood Prince” teaser trailer officially online, please join us in wishing a most brave young man, Neville Longbottom, a happy birthday. The website calendar of Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling has been... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site on New Prequel Material

Posted by: Sue -
May 29, 2008, 09:32 AM

Author J.K. Rowling is doing some updating this morning on her website, with a news entry on the upcoming charity auction featuring that special 800 word prequel to the Harry Potter series. Of note is the fact... MORE

Companion Books

JKR/WB vs. RDR Books Trial: U.K. Publisher Not Counting on Scheduled April Release of Lexicon Book

Posted by: Kristin -
April 24, 2008, 08:08 PM

U.K. Publisher Methuen does not expect to meet the scheduled April release of Steve Vander Ark’s Lexicon book, as it has been postponed pending the court’s decision.

Peter Tummons or Methuen says he is “very confident” in MORE

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Happy Birthday, Remus Lupin

Posted by: Edward -
March 09, 2008, 09:27 PM

The calendar on author J. K. Rowling’s website has been updated for March 10th to mark the birthday of Marauder and Order of the Phoenix member, Remus Lupin. Happy Birthday, Moony. MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site, Says Not on Facebook, MySpace

Posted by: Sue -
February 29, 2008, 09:34 AM

Our favorite author has updated her website this morning, with a new entry in the Rumors category, dispelling any notion that she has a MySpace, Bebo, Facebook page or takes part in any of the popular social... MORE

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Lexicon Update; Schedule Moved, RDR Request for JK Rowling's Notes Denied (Updated)

Posted by: Melissa -
February 06, 2008, 01:30 AM

An update containing JKR/WB’s response to RDR’s requests for information is at the second half of this post.

A few things of note today in the case by JKR/WB against RDR Books and those who wish... MORE

Character Birthdays

Celebrating the Life of Severus Snape

Posted by: Sue -
January 08, 2008, 07:31 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated for January 9th, marking the birthday of Severus Snape. We at TLC ask you to join us as we reflect on a most fascinating character, whose remarkable journey in the... MORE

PotterCast

PotterCast 131 J.K. Rowling Interview Transcript

Posted by: Melissa -
January 02, 2008, 10:41 AM

The portion of PotterCast 131 with J.K. Rowling on it has been transcribed, as always, by our excellent PotterCast elves (if you’d like to join the transcription team, send an email to staff@pottercast.com!) –... MORE

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A Deathly Hallows Year in Review

Posted by: Sue -
December 31, 2007, 04:27 PM

Ten Years, Seven Books, One Story. 2007 saw the last chapter in the Harry Potter series brought to life with the publication of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on July 21. It was quite the journey... MORE

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Room of Requirement Door Open at JKR's Web Site

Posted by: Melissa -
December 29, 2007, 06:51 PM

JKRowling.com’s secret “Room of Requirement” door (accessed by clicking the eraser on her main desk and then clicking the handle on the door) is now open, revealing the map of the future generations of Harry Potter characters. Jo... MORE

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Transcript of Part 1 of PotterCast's JK Rowling Interview

Posted by: Melissa -
December 23, 2007, 12:54 PM

Thanks to our wonderful transcription elves, you can now read the transcript of the first part of our Harry Potter podcast, PotterCast's interview with J.K. Rowling (to hear it yourself, just click the play button... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates Website with New Information on ITV Documentary, Events in "Deathly Hallows," and More

Posted by: Sue -
December 07, 2007, 09:06 AM

It would seem our favorite author is doing a bit of updating on her website today as there are now several very interesting new entries about the final Harry Potter novel. First up: a new... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Bill Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
November 28, 2007, 07:58 PM

There is celebrating to be had, as the calendar on JKRowling.com now reads "Happy Birthday, Bill Weasley." Cheers Bill!

Thanks Bel!

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J.K. Rowling Updates with New Rubbish Bin Entries On India Religious Festival Controversy and More

Posted by: Sue -
November 15, 2007, 10:05 AM

Our favorite author is doing some updating on her website today, including two new entries in her "rubbish bin" section of JKRowling.com. First, Jo addresses the matter of the lawsuit involving use of a Hogwarts castle replica in... MORE

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News About Companion Books, New Secrets, and More Revealed on JK Rowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
October 31, 2007, 12:43 PM

Well it is not quite a huge trick, but there are a few new goodies this Halloween found on our favorite author's website. In addition to the new Wizard of the Month and Door Opening archive we first told you... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month, Door Opening Archives on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
October 31, 2007, 06:31 AM

Our favorite author has taken a cue from Madam Pince it would seem, and has now launched a reference of sorts with new Wizard of the Month, and Door Opening archives on JKRowling.com. Harry Potter fans can... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Molly Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
October 29, 2007, 08:01 PM

October 30 brings a birthday wish on the calendar via JKRowling.com, and gives us all a chance to wish Molly Weasley a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Cheers to you Molly, a wonderful mother, a true Gryffindor, and someone who... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday Filius Flitwick!

Posted by: Edward -
October 16, 2007, 07:00 PM

The calendar on author J. K. Rowling’s official site has been updated for October 17th giving Happy Birthday wishes to Charms Professor and Head of Ravenclaw House Filius Flitwick. May he have a day full of crowd-surfing fun! ;)... MORE

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A Wizard to Beat All Wizards of the Month

Posted by: Sue -
September 30, 2007, 06:59 PM

Here’s to Harry, the boy who lived! Be sure to check out JKRowling.com for a very special new Wizard of the Month for October!

Note: Spoilers for the post “Deathly Hallows” era, and some fabulous new canon!

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Edward -
August 31, 2007, 07:01 PM

Our favorite author’s website calendar has been updated for the month of September, which just dawned in the UK, with a brand new Wizard of the Month. Be sure to check out this most brilliant of wizards now.

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Happy Birthday, Percy Weasley!

Posted by: Sue -
August 21, 2007, 07:14 PM

Mind your glasses and toasts everyone, for as the calendar on JKRowling.com now reads ”’Happy Birthday, Percy Weasley”, there is celebrating to be had for August 22. Cheers Percy!

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Beautiful! New Witch of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
July 31, 2007, 10:19 PM

Behold! The last of the four Hogwarts founders to be so honored, there is a beautiful and bejeweled new Witch of the Month for August on JKRowling.com.

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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Neville Longbottom!

Posted by: Edward -
July 29, 2007, 07:04 PM

Birthday cheers go out to Neville Longbottom today, as the calendar on JKRowling.com has changed with declaration of this celebration. Happy Birthday Neville! Cheers!

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

First Author Signed Copy of "Deathly Hallows" Shown In New York

Posted by: Edward -
July 20, 2007, 02:45 PM

The first copy of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” signed by author J.K. Rowling was unveiled today at a press conference in New York. Presented by editor Arthur A Levine of US Potter publishers Scholastic, you can see some... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Honored with Gold Blue Peter Badge, Answers Children's Questions

Posted by: Melissa -
July 20, 2007, 10:25 AM

During her appearance on the BBC children’s television show Blue Peter, which airs today at 4:30 p.m. British time, J.K. Rowling was presented with the program’s highest honor, a gold Blue Peter badge. See video footage... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Posts Potter Acknowledgements

Posted by: Melissa -
July 20, 2007, 05:10 AM

On this last golden day of ignorance, J.K. Rowling has opened her “Do Not Disturb” door on her web site. The door is simply open: No games or puzzles to get inside. There is a... MORE

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JKR Updates Diary, Asks Fans to Ignore "Deathly Hallows Spoilers"

Posted by: Sue -
July 18, 2007, 01:50 PM

Our favorite author has just updated her website with a new diary entry, where she asks fans to ignore all the purported Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows spoilers. Jo writes:

We are almost there! As launch night looms,... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Asking Booksellers for Help in Case of Young Madeleine

Posted by: Sue -
July 16, 2007, 02:54 PM

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is continuing in her efforts to help locate a young girl from the UK who went missing from her family while on holiday a few months ago. The case of four year... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Edward -
June 30, 2007, 07:02 PM

The full moon is high over England now, which means it is July 1st and the calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated to reveal the latest Wizard of the Month. Be sure to check it out.

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site About Missing Madeleine

Posted by: Sue -
June 27, 2007, 01:08 PM

As many readers know a young four year old child named Madeleine McCann from the UK went missing from her family while on holiday. The case has sparked world wide interest, including much support from Harry Potter... MORE

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WOMBAT Results Delivered!

Posted by: Sue -
June 25, 2007, 06:06 AM

The results are in! Owls delivering the results of the third and final W.O.M.B.A.T. have now arrived, and you can check your test score by clicking on the W.O.M.B.A.T. card found on JKRowling.com.

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WOMBAT Results on the Way!

Posted by: Sue -
June 22, 2007, 05:07 AM

Keep your eyes to the skies everyone, or in this case, on JKRowling.com for as indicated on our favorite author’s website, the results for the third and final WOMBATs are now in the mail! Owls bearing your test results... MORE

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Door Closes On JKRowling.com, WOMBAT Papers 'Being Marked'

Posted by: Edward -
June 18, 2007, 08:20 AM

The door has now closed. The “Do Not Disturb” has returned to the door on JKRowling.com, marking the end of her three part W.O.M.B.A.T. (Wizards’ Ordinary Magic and Basic Aptitude Test) examination. Now that testing has ended, your... MORE

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Rowling, Radcliffe and Watson Ranked in Forbes Celebrity 100 List

Posted by: Edward -
June 14, 2007, 09:14 PM

Forbes.com has released their annual list of the most powerful celebrities, “The Celebrity 100.” Based on many factors including: web hits, press clippings, and television coverage, as well as pay, this years list includes our favorite author J.... MORE

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J.K.Rowling Adds "Gadget" for Vista Users

Posted by: Sue -
June 14, 2007, 08:07 PM

Our favorite author sure has been busy these past few days! As we reported earlier, Jo is going on tour here in the US in October, and has also opened the door to her study on her... MORE

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J.K. Rowling to Appear on Jonathan Ross, Today Show

Posted by: Sue -
June 13, 2007, 05:19 AM

While we are still pondering over the third and final WOMBAT which now available on JKRowling.com (yes yes the third time is the charm, as the door is FINALLY OPEN, so go take that test now!) there... MORE

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Do Not Disturb Sign Gone on J.K. Rowling.com

Posted by: Melissa -
June 13, 2007, 03:31 AM

JKRowling.com's mysterious "Do Not Disturb" Sign is gone - revealing a third WOMBAT test underneath. This is the FINAL WOMBAT, and more difficult than the rest; also, certain answers are sure to "LOSE YOU MARKS," the test warns... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Edward -
May 31, 2007, 03:20 PM

The clock strikes midnight in the UK, and it is time for a new Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com! Our favorite author has updated her calendar for the month of June with a Hogwarts founder who left... MORE

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Contest Information to Hear JKR Read from "Deathly Hallows" Plus New HP Site from Bloomsbury

Posted by: Sue -
May 23, 2007, 03:43 AM

As a follow up to the big news that author J.K. Rowling will be reading from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows at the release of the novel midnight July 21 at the Natural History Museum in London, England, UK... MORE

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J.K. Rowling to Sign Copies of "Deathly Hallows" in London July 21

Posted by: Sue -
May 23, 2007, 03:29 AM

J.K. Rowling has updated her website with news regarding a book signing for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on July 21. Our favorite author has announced a new contest for fans to attend this moonlight signing of... MORE

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Happy Birthday, Pomona Sprout

Posted by: Sue -
May 14, 2007, 03:09 PM

Well well well, this is certainly shaping up to be quite a banner month for a certain house in Hogwarts! First we have a new Wizard of the Month who just happens to be one of the four founders who... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates Diary Regarding Spoilers

Posted by: Melissa -
May 14, 2007, 03:56 AM

J.K. Rowling has updated her diary this morning, with a note about her stance on spoilers and how she has appreciated our spoiler policy from April 28 (which said, essentially, if you spoil us... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site with New FanSite Award

Posted by: Sue -
May 11, 2007, 04:44 AM

Our favorite author has updated her website this morning with a new Fan Site Award winner, HarryPotterFanZone.com. Congratulations!
Thanks Bel!

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site with New Info on Draco, More

Posted by: Sue -
May 08, 2007, 03:58 AM

It would seem this fine spring day will bring some news from J.K.Rowling, as she has now updated her F.A.Q section with a bit about young Mr. Malfoy, his Patronus, confirmation about the exact date of birth for Lord... MORE

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Helga Hufflepuff, Wizard of the Month

Posted by: Sue -
April 30, 2007, 03:11 PM

It makes this editor's heart full of pride to announce the new Wizard of the Month for May on JKRowling.com is none other than my hero, err I mean...Helga Hufflepuff!
Writes Jo:

(Medieval, precise... MORE

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J.K. Rowling: Winner of 2007 Wired Rave Award

Posted by: Sue -
April 21, 2007, 10:14 AM

"Honoring the mavericks, dreamers and innovators "changing your mind", The WIRED Rave award recognizes leaders in a wide range of categories including technology, business, music, industrial design and blogs." So says the popular technology magazine, which has just announced their... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Edward -
April 01, 2007, 03:00 PM

Ever look at a painting and think the portrait’s eyes were staring back at you, or even following you around the room? Well, April’s Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com took that a step further with their experimental... MORE

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New (Celebrity) Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Edward -
March 01, 2007, 04:15 PM

J. K. Rowling has updated the calendar on her site with a new Wizard of the Month for March. Tilden Toots, radio personality and triple green thumb, is sure to be toasting the newly planted bulbs along with... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Ron Weasley!

Posted by: Sue -
February 28, 2007, 01:59 PM

Weasley is our King...especially for March 1st.
As indicated on the calendar on JKRowling.com, it is time to celebrate Ron Weasley's birthday!
Cheers Ron!

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Author J.K. Rowling Sues eBay Over Pirated Harry Potter Books

Posted by: Sue -
February 25, 2007, 05:59 PM

The Times is reporting tonight that Harry Potter author J.K.Rowling is suing online auction site eBay "after unscrupulous sellers used the Indian version of the website to sell unauthorised versions of her books." JKR has obtained an injunction... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates With Thoughts on Finishing "Deathly Hallows"

Posted by: Sue -
February 06, 2007, 04:34 AM

Our favorite author has updated her diary with thoughts on finishing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, as well as a comment on the announcement post via her website, and a tidbit In the... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Arthur Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
February 05, 2007, 02:04 PM

According to the calendar on JKRowling.com for February 6, it's time to celebrate the birthday of Arthur Weasley! Happy Birthday Arthur! !

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Is there a New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com?

Posted by: Sue -
January 31, 2007, 01:59 PM

Seems that with a new month (February) there was a new Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com to tell you about, but this editor can't be certain as the memory has gone a bit fuzzy... ;-)
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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Severus Snape

Posted by: Sue -
January 08, 2007, 01:57 PM

Pure villain or misunderstood hero he may be, birthday wishes are the order of the day for Severus Snape, judging by the calendar on JKRowling.com. Erm....cheers, Severus? ;)

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Melissa -
December 31, 2006, 02:20 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated to honor the first Wizard of the Month for 2007. He is someone who Hagrid probably admires quite a bit! ;)

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Door Closes on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
December 28, 2006, 03:06 AM

Shhh! The "Do Not Disturb" sign is back on the door to Jo's office on JKRowling.com, meaning our favorite author is back at work, finishing up what we now know is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

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News

Recap: New Title for Book Seven and More

Posted by: Sue -
December 22, 2006, 12:05 PM

We've had so many requests and questions about the events of recent days, that we thought we would give those who might have missed all of this in the holiday rush a chance to catch up on... MORE

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Door Opens on JKRowling.com: Possible Book Seven Title

Posted by: Sue -
December 21, 2006, 02:46 AM

ho ho HO!
The door has opened on JKRowling.com
Behold the glorious gift inside!
Yes, after a few little tricks to get the door open to her office ,there is a present waiting inside. You... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Charlie Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
December 11, 2006, 02:05 PM

J.K. Rowling has updated the calendar on her website to read "Happy Birthday, Charlie Weasley" Cheers to you Charlie!

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A Very Harry Holiday on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
December 11, 2006, 04:35 AM

It's begining to look a lot like a Harry Holiday, as new decorations festoon JKRowling.com :)
ps-be sure to listen to the radio long enough to enjoy some Christmas music as well.

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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Hagrid

Posted by: Sue -
December 05, 2006, 02:58 PM

The calendar for December 6 on JKRowling.com now reads "Happy Birthday Hagrid" Cheers Hagrid!

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Giddy-Yap! New Wizard of the Month Rides onto JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
November 30, 2006, 01:52 PM

Giddy-yap!Giddy-yap! Giddy-yap...Lets go! No, not with sleighbells exactly, but horses feature on the December Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com

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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Bill Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
November 28, 2006, 02:49 PM

J.K. Rowling has updated the calendar on her website with birthday wishes for Bill Weasley! Happy Birthday Bill!

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Melissa -
October 31, 2006, 02:07 PM

There's been another update at JKRowling.com. We have a new wizard of the month, Lorcan d'Eath, who is VERY appropriate for the Halloween season! ;-)

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JKR Updates Website: Third Book Seven Title Being Considered; Spell Definitions Clarified

Posted by: Melissa -
October 31, 2006, 04:20 AM

JKRowling.com has been updated! In her new diary entry, Jo says that she is now considering a THIRD title for book seven, but that this doesn't concern her, as some of the previous books have had several titles... MORE

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W.O.M.B.A.T. Results Delivered!

Posted by: Sue -
October 06, 2006, 03:05 AM

Many witches and wizards have let us know they have now received their W.O.M.B.A.T. results. To check your score from this second round of tests, click on JKRowling.com and enter your student identification code on the card found... MORE

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Owls Delivering WOMBAT Results

Posted by: Sue -
October 05, 2006, 03:15 AM

A flock of Owls have now left Edinburgh and will soon be delivering your W.O.M.B.A.T results. If you enter your student identification code on the W.O.M.B.A.T. card on JKRowling.com, you can see the clock in the room which... MORE

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Quills Away! WOMBATS Finish as "Do Not Disturb" Sign is Back on J.K. Rowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
October 04, 2006, 03:10 AM

Put those Quills down everyone! The second round of the WOMBATS test period has now finished as the "Do Not Disturb" sign is back on the door to Jo's office on her website. The opportunity to take the... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Minerva McGonagall

Posted by: Sue -
October 03, 2006, 02:59 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com for October 4 now reads "Happy Birthday, Minerva McGonagall." Cheers Professor McGonagall!

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Melissa -
September 30, 2006, 04:17 PM

JKRowling.com has been updated (again!) -- this time with a new Wizard of the Month. We're sure Mrs. Figg will be happy to honor Idris Oakby (even if Mr. Filch won't).

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JKR: "I haven't written 750 pages...I'm not close to finishing"

Posted by: Sue -
September 11, 2006, 07:51 AM

Our favourite author has updated her site to clarify earlier rumors about the length of Book Seven. Jo writes appropriately in the Rubbish Bin section that this report is bunk. Quotage:

Oh... MORE

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JKR's Blog, Emails to be Archived at National Library of Scotland

Posted by: Melissa -
September 10, 2006, 06:33 PM

The National Library of Scotland has announced plans for a "digital repository" of "blogs, journals and e-mails written by leading Scots," including J.K. Rowling. Curators of the archive received a £1.8 million grant to launch the... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Melissa -
August 31, 2006, 03:05 PM

JKRowling.com has been updated with new Wizard of the Month, Hambledon Quince, who should give author John Gray a run for his money!

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Video of J.K. Rowling at Radio City Music Hall Press Conference

Posted by: Melissa -
August 29, 2006, 08:40 PM

We now have video available of the press conference that J.K. Rowling did at Radio City Music Hall on August 1; sorry for the delay getting this to you. We have a transcript available here and... MORE

Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Percy Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
August 21, 2006, 06:00 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated to wish a Happy Birthday to Percy Weasley.

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New Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
June 30, 2006, 02:49 PM

Well, he doesn't quite own the Mystic Kettle of Nackledirk, but check out the new Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Dobby!

Posted by: Sue -
June 27, 2006, 03:36 PM

Dobby is Freeeeeee...and hopefully out celebrating his birthday, as is indicated by the calendar on JKRowling.com :)

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Toot! New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
May 31, 2006, 03:03 PM

Toot! There is a fresh new Wizard of the Month for June on J.K. Rowling.com :)

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LeakyLounge

WOMBAT Review Course Now Open

Posted by: Melissa -
May 20, 2006, 09:13 AM

The WOMBAT review center at the LeakyLounge is now open! Get your wits about you, and prepare for the next pop quiz from JKRowling.com!

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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Pomona Sprout

Posted by: Sue -
May 14, 2006, 03:04 PM

Lift your mugs
and give a shout
Let's celebrate the birthday
of Pomona Sprout!

The calendar on J.K.Rowling.com has been updated to say that May 15th is the birthday of our favorite Herbology... MORE

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W.O.M.B.A.T. Info, Horcri, and More at J.K. Rowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
May 10, 2006, 03:29 AM

In addition to all the ticket info on her upcoming visit to the US and public reading (see post below), author J.K. Rowling has also done some updating elsewhere on her website. In the rumours section,... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site with US Visit Info; Public Reading Ticket Info

Posted by: Sue -
May 10, 2006, 03:10 AM

J.K. Rowling has updated her website with more on her upcoming visit to the US, which will include a charity reading, her first here in the States since 2000. Jo will be reading in public, along... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
April 30, 2006, 03:14 PM

There is a fab new Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com ...err sorta! ;) Happy May everyone!

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Rowling Roundup: "Thin" Article Hits Mass Media

Posted by: Melissa -
April 08, 2006, 11:30 PM

Since J.K. Rowling published her rant on our society's definition of "thin", newspapers, magazines and Web sites all over the world have picked up on the story. At BlogCritics.org, Dawn Olsen says, "At... MORE

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Edinburgh Shops Boast Paper Wares After Rowling's Lament

Posted by: Melissa -
April 08, 2006, 10:37 PM

The Scotsman reports that after her latest diary entry lamenting the lack of normal, lined writing paper in Edinburgh, shops have assured that they are fully stocked in lined paper, ready for Rowling to arrive in... MORE

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W.O.M.B.A.T. Scores Are In!

Posted by: Melissa -
April 07, 2006, 02:48 PM

Make sure you have your student ID number in hand, and head over to JKRowling.com for your W.O.M.B.A.T. results! Be sure to tell us what you got in the comments - I feel a bit like Harry with... MORE

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W.O.M.B.A.T. Results Are in the Post

Posted by: Sue -
April 06, 2006, 03:34 PM

Keep your eye to sky so to speak, for as indicated on JKRowling.com, the W.O.M.B.A.T. results are now "In the Post. " We do not know how long delivery of the test results will take, but... MORE

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W.O.M.B.A.T Update on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
April 05, 2006, 09:37 AM

Gather round, Gather round.Here is a bit of interesting news... The W.O.M.B.A.T results are being graded as indicated by a new update on JKRowling.com! A new wombat card that is a portkey has shown up on the main... MORE

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site; Talks <em>Phoenix </em>Movie, Memerson

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April 05, 2006, 03:25 AM

J.K.Rowling has updated her website today with a new diary entry where she discusses Book Seven, the British Book Awards, and a visit to the set of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Jo writes:

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Door to Office Closed Again on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
April 04, 2006, 03:12 AM

The "Do Not Disturb" sign is back on the office door on JKRowling.com, meaning the door is closed and our wait for our W.O.M.B.A.T. results begins. While we do not know how long it will be until we... MORE

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Lexicon Page for W.O.M.B.A.T. Assistance

Posted by: Melissa -
April 02, 2006, 11:27 PM

If you, like many, found the JKR W.O.M.B.A.T test (for instructions on how to get to it, click here) less than, er, how shall we say...easy, you're in luck; our partners over at the Harry Potter... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Melissa -
April 01, 2006, 08:21 PM

Grogan Stump, popular Minister for Magic from 1811, is the new Wizard of the Month on JKR.com!

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Do Not Disturb Sign Gone from J.K. Rowling's Office

Posted by: Sue -
March 31, 2006, 07:48 AM

It looks like the door to Jo's office is OPEN, as the usual Do Not Disturb sign is missing on JKRowling.com. Goodies await to those who can figure out how to get in there :)
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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Remus Lupin!

Posted by: Melissa -
March 09, 2006, 05:25 PM

The calendar on Jo's website has been updated to honor the birthday of Remus Lupin, March 10. Happy Birthday, Professor Lupin! Oooowwwooooooooo!

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Spring Spruce Up on J.K.Rowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
March 09, 2006, 02:52 AM

Spring is right around the corner, and it looks like author J.K. Rowling is doing some cleaning and re-decorating on her website. Nice little changes can be found here and there on her website including new portkeys, one... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month: Leaky's First Lady

Posted by: Melissa -
March 02, 2006, 06:04 PM

Sorry we're a little late on this, but we wanted to give it its proper due: The new Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com is none other than Daisy Dodderidge, a happily plump little woman... MORE

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Happy Birthday, Ron Weasley!

Posted by: Sue -
February 28, 2006, 04:59 PM

Weasley is our king
Today let us sing
of Quidditch so fine
because it's his day to shine
Ron Weasley is our King!

As indicated by the calendar on JKRowling.com, March 1st... MORE

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J.K.Rowling Updates Site; Diary Entry on Book Seven Progress

Posted by: Sue -
February 28, 2006, 06:53 AM

Here is some happy news for the last day of February; J.K. Rowling has updated her website. She has given us a bit of news on the progress of Book Seven, and the number of possible chapters with... MORE

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New Link on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Melissa -
February 23, 2006, 01:47 AM

JKR has placed a link to a piece about caged beds and her experiences since discovering them, on JKRowling.com. The piece offers links and information that might be useful to interested parties.

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J.K. Rowling Answers FAQ Poll

Posted by: Melissa -
February 21, 2006, 07:25 AM

Check it out, folks: JKRowling.com has been updated with an answer to the question: What happens to a secret when the secret-keeper dies? In secret-keeper fashion, we're not telling you here. Go to her site to... MORE

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Happy Birthday, Arthur Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
February 05, 2006, 02:03 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com for February 6 had been updated to say "Happy Birthday Arthur Weasley." Cheers to you Arthur!

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New Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
January 31, 2006, 02:09 PM

Yikes! There is a rather ominous new Wizard of the Month for February at JKRowling.com

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J.K. Rowling Updates Site with Romanian Visit, Book Seven Info

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January 25, 2006, 02:07 AM

J.K. Rowling has updated her website today with mention of her trip to Romania, as well as a hint of good news on Book Seven. In her new diary section, she indicates that she is "floating... MORE

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Happy Birthday, Severus Snape

Posted by: Sue -
January 08, 2006, 02:03 PM

Well, after the events of Half-Blood Prince, it surely is hard to write this, but the calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated to wish a Happy Birthday to Severus Snape. Hiss! ;)

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Dear Diary...J.K.Rowling Updates on Website

Posted by: Sue -
January 05, 2006, 02:27 AM

Our favorite author updated her site today with some New Year's Writing Resolutions in her new Diary section of her website. She listed five goals, including this one:

2. Do not lose any more notebooks.
After a... MORE

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New Year, New Witch of the Month at JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
January 01, 2006, 12:07 PM

Here's something to get your spirits soaring :) Check out the new Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com.

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One New Year's Eve in an Orphanage in London...

Posted by: Sue -
December 31, 2005, 09:17 AM

...some 79 years ago, a boy named Tom Marvolo Riddle was born.
This year we learned in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince more about the cirmcumstances of the birth of the boy who would become known as MORE

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A Christmas Present From J.K. Rowling

Posted by: Sue -
December 24, 2005, 02:22 PM

J.K. Rowling has left a gift-wrapped message on her desk this Christmas, which brings us glad tidings heralding a hint of things to come on the website, and oh yes, a mention of Book Seven. Jo... MORE

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It's a Happy Harry Holiday at JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
December 19, 2005, 08:51 AM

Happy Harry Holidays Everyone! Our favorite author has been sprucing up her website to reflect a more festive holiday spirit. Enjoy!

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MultiLingual Text Only Additions at JKRowling.com

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December 14, 2005, 02:38 AM

The "Text Only" option at JKRowling.com is now available in languages such as French, German, Spanish, and Italian. Thanks Roonwit and Pablo!

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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday, Charlie Weasley

Posted by: Sue -
December 11, 2005, 04:38 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated with December 12th birthday wishes for our favorite Dragon Keeper, Charlie Weasley. Cheers Charlie!

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Catch that Snitch!

Posted by: Sue -
December 01, 2005, 01:11 AM

Quick, before it flies away, be sure to catch the new Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com. :)

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New Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
October 31, 2005, 02:00 PM

Attention Wizarding World and Muggles alike...yes, even Muggles! There is a new Wizard of the Month at JKRowling.com ;)

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Happy Birthday Molly Weasley!

Posted by: Sue -
October 29, 2005, 02:01 PM

The Calendar on JKRowling.com now reads Happy Birthday Molly Weasley!
Cheers Molly!

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Happy Birthday Professor Flitwick!

Posted by: Sue -
October 16, 2005, 02:56 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated to note October 17th as Professor Filius Flitwick's Birthday! Cheers Professor!

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Happy Birthday Minerva McGonagall!

Posted by: Sue -
October 03, 2005, 02:40 PM

The calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated to wish Gryffindor head Minerva McGonagall a Happy Birthday! Cheers Professor McGonagall!

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Glamourous Witch of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
October 01, 2005, 06:23 AM

Prepare to get swept away by the enchanting works of the new Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com. ;)

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Character Birthdays

Happy Birthday Hermione Granger!

Posted by: Sue -
September 18, 2005, 02:05 PM

JKRowling.com has been updated to wish a Happy Birthday (September 19th) to Hermione Granger! Cheers Hermione!

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JKR vs. eBay, Round 2

Posted by: Melissa -
September 12, 2005, 09:36 AM


Jo Rowling has posted an update to the eBay situation we posted about a few days ago. In short, nine of 10 of eBay's JKR signatures, Jo Rowling estimates, are on items she has... MORE

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JKR Rallies Potter Fans Against eBay Fakes

Posted by: Melissa -
September 07, 2005, 11:19 AM

In this item on her site, Jo Rowling urges fans again not to trust that anything claiming to be signed by her on eBay is an item with which she has "ever been on the... MORE

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J.K. Rowling: Announces Digital Harry

Posted by: Sue -
September 07, 2005, 09:59 AM

J.K.Rowling has updated her website with a statement about the release of the Harry Potter books on iTunes. She writes:

"Today sees a new Harry Potter launch: audio digital files are now available through... MORE

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
August 31, 2005, 04:05 PM

JKRowling.com has been updated with a new Wizard of the Month for September (note: I sure could use his invention in my kitchen! :) )

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Happy Birthday Percy!

Posted by: Melissa -
August 21, 2005, 05:05 PM

JKRowling.com says today (August 22 in Britain) is Percy Weasley's birthday! Happy Birthday, Percy, and we're holding out hope for you.

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New Wizard of the Month on JKRowling.com

Posted by: Sue -
July 31, 2005, 02:53 PM

There is a new wizard of the month for August (yes, already in the UK) posted on JKRowling.com, involving Hermione's favorite subject at Hogwarts.

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Birthdays

Happy Birthday Harry and Jo Rowling!

Posted by: Melissa -
July 30, 2005, 08:10 PM

It's July 31 in England, which means...it is Harry Potter and Jo Rowling's birthdays! Jo is 40 today, and we wish her all the health and continued success in the world. (If you poke around JKRowling.com, you'll see... MORE

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Happy Birthday Neville Longbottom!

Posted by: Sue -
July 29, 2005, 01:55 PM

JKRowling.com has been updated to wish Neville Longbottom a Happy Birthday! Cheers Neville!

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