Thanks go out to Thomas for sending us what potentially is a picture of the Dutch cover of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. It’s still unconfirmed at the moment, but definitely a looker.

Nimbus 2003 is officially in session. For updates throughout the weekend, visit the convention’s Live Journal, which will have pictures and reports. I’ll update briefly once or twice while I’m down there if I can; I’ll be attending the FictionAlley birthday party tomorrow night and several panels on Saturday (though I’m not sure which ones …read more!

Thanks Jennifer: Dame Maggie Smith (aka Professor McGonagall) has been nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie for her work on My House in Umbria, which is up for several other awards.

Thanks Cheryl for linking us to this excellent video clip on Harry Potter‘s Braille success.

Nickelodeon received birthday wishes from Daniel, Emma and Rupert this year. Thanks, Charlie!

ITV reports that plenty of people are interested in purchasing the house that served as #4 Privet Drive in the Harry Potter films.

Thomas Pardee, one of the lucky winners of Scholastic’s essay contest, spent a few moments chatting with USA Today and Harry Potter fans. Thanks for the tip, Thomas!

It’s come to our attention that there are several discrepancies and missing sentences from the online transcript of J.K. Rowling’s interview with Katie Couric on Dateline. We’re seeking fans who have the interview recorded and can type up a FULL transcript for us to post at Quick Quotes. Thanks.

Harry Potter has been named one of the top 200 pop culture icons by VH1.

The Statesman has an article from The London Times discussing Harry Potter and the curse that often comes with Hollywood sequels.