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New Kindle in Motion Sorcerer’s Stone!

Sep 05, 2017

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Books, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Info, Interactive, J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, Media, News, Pottermore, Sales, Videos

Following the success of the illustrated hardcovers of the first three books in the Potter series, Pottermore  announced earlier this summer the ‘Kindle in Motion’ version of the first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone as covered here by Leaky. This magical moving version of book one of our favorite story went on sale today! Pottermore says that …read more!

Pottermore Unveils ‘Harry Potter: A History of Magic’ Exhibition First Look!

Sep 05, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Bloomsbury, Books, Companion Books, Cover Art, Events, Exclusives, Fan Events, Fans, Jim Kay, News, Posters, Pottermore

The Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition does not open at the British Library until Oct. 20. But, in anticipation of the event, hints have been released along the way to tease eager fans–from the official poster featuring the work of illustrator Jim Kay to descriptions and cover art of the two incredible companion books. …read more!

Pottermore announces release of animated ‘Philosopher’s Stone’ on Amazon Kindle

Jul 22, 2017

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Art, Books, Books - Release Dates, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Jim Kay, Pottermore

Ron can stop prodding Dean Thomas’s photo of West Ham now because Muggle books now feature moving pictures.  Well, eBooks, anyway. According to Pottermore, Jim Kay’s 2015 illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone will be released on Amazon Kindle on September 5—with a twist:  Some of the illustrations will be animated so they …read more!

Bloomsbury Releases Cover Art for ‘Harry Potter’ Exhibition Companion Books!

Jul 20, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Bloomsbury, Books, Books - Release Dates, Companion Books, Cover Art, Events, Jim Kay

Bloomsbury released the cover art for the two companion books that will be released in conjunction with the British Library’s Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition today! According to the Bloomsbury website, Harry Potter: A History of Magic–The Book of the Exhibition will be available in hardback format and feature cover art adapted from …read more!

More Previews of ‘Prisoner of Azkaban’ Illustrated Edition by Jim Kay

Jul 18, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Art, Bloomsbury, Books, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, News, Publishers

We’re eagerly awaiting Prisoner of Azkaban as Jim Kay’s next instalment in the illustrated Harry Potter series, and after a first look at the cover by Pottermore (which features a glowing Knight Bus), Bloomsbury have released more previews of chapter pages and page layouts for the book. This title page (presumably featuring the outside of an Azkaban cell) …read more!

UPDATE: The British Library Previews ‘Harry Potter: A History of Magic’ Exhibition

Jun 22, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Bloomsbury, Companion Books, Events, Fan Events, Fans, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, News, Pottermore, Publishers

The British Library released a poster for its upcoming Harry Potter: A History of Magic exhibition today. It features Jim Kay’s memorable take on the mythical phoenix as included in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: Illustrated Edition. UPDATE AT BOTTOM OF ARTICLE (07/19/17): New Information about History of Magic companion books The beautiful …read more!

UPDATED: Jim Kay’s Illustrated ‘Prisoner of Azkaban’ Cover Revealed!

Mar 07, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Art, Bloomsbury, Books, Cover Art, Cover Artists, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Jim Kay, News, Publishers

The cover of Jim Kay’s Prisoner of Azkaban has been revealed by Bloomsbury, and it’s every bit as beautiful as the previous instalments! The third in Kay’s series of illustrated Potters, Prisoner of Azkaban features a glowing Knight Bus on its cover, and we can’t WAIT to get our hands on it. Take a closer look at …read more!

Illustrated PoA Available for Pre-Order Now

Feb 24, 2017

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Art, Bloomsbury, Books - Release Dates, Cover Art, Cover Artists, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Jim Kay, News, Pottermore, Publishers, Scholastic

Of course, you already have all of the Harry Potter books.  But the only way to deal with the grief that there is no 8th book to wait for is to buy new editions.  Both the U.K. and U.S. publishers of the series are counting on fans getting their Harry Potter fix by periodically releasing …read more!

Cursed Child, Fantastic Beasts Original Screenplay & Jim Kay’s Chamber of Secrets top Best-Seller lists!

Dec 12, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Book Awards, Books, Companion Books, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, News, Publishers, Sales

This year has seen the world of Potter make a comeback, and its success is showing in the charts! After its debut on the West End, Cursed Child sold over 2 million copies within two days, and has officially been deemed Amazon’s best-selling book of 2016. The post-Potter scriptbook, the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Original Screenplay and Jim …read more!

Jim Kay and Daniel Radcliffe on ‘The One Show’ TONIGHT!

Oct 03, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Art, Bloomsbury, Books, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Jim Kay, News, Radcliffe, Radcliffe Interviews

Just a few hours ago, Bloomsbury posted a very exciting news announcement: Jim Kay will be appearing on BBC’s The One Show tonight to talk about the illustrated edition of Chamber of Secrets, set for publication tomorrow! The show starts at 7pm, and none other than Daniel Radcliffe will also be appearing as a guest this evening to talk about Swiss …read more!



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