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PotterCast 151: Spontaneous Combustion

May 13, 2008

Posted by: EdwardTLC

PotterCast

The 151st episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is now online with the latest in Harry Potter and much more. First up, we bring you news on the “Half-Blood Prince” film including new images, information from actress Natalia Tena, set footage, and casting announcements. Additional news about a decision regarding the privacy case filed …read more!

OotP Receives Four Nominations at EMA Awards

May 07, 2008

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Honors/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 Potter lead in nominations with fellow blockbuster “Transformers” and was recognized in the categories of “Marketing Campaign of …read more!

Who should win the JKR/WB vs RDR lawsuit?

Apr 19, 2008

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

News

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PotterCast 147: Ninja!Squee

Apr 14, 2008

Posted by: EdwardTLC

PotterCast

The 147th episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is here for you this evening with an update regarding the PotterCast Acting Troupe and the latest Potter news. This week the PotterCast quartet discusses the confirmed September 25th Broadway debut of the play “Equus,” the announcement of a new “Beedle the Bard” contest from Amazon.com, …read more!

J. K. Rowling Included Among Telegraph’s 100 Most Powerful People in British Culture

Apr 14, 2008

Posted by: EdwardTLC

J.K. Rowling

The Telegraph has a new feature online this evening, listing the 100 Most Powerful People in British Culture. The paper selected this list of individuals based on their contribution and influence of the arts in Britain, noting this list ‘shows the depth of talent and level of commitment to the arts in this country and …read more!

J.K. Rowling Trust Donates to Women’s Refuge Center

Apr 05, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

J.K. Rowling

A special trust set up by author J.K. Rowling has made a generous donation to a women’s aid center in Stirling, Scotland. ICPerthshire reports The Volant Trust “has awarded the charity £25,000 to help furnish its new local refuge, which is set to open shortly…The Volant Trust was set up by JK Rowling to support …read more!

JK Rowling Writing New Children’s Book in Cafes Again

Mar 02, 2008

Posted by: SueTLC

J.K. Rowling

As readers will recall, author J.K. Rowling has stated several times recently that she is at work on two new projects, one for adults and one for children. The Telegraph has more today on Jo’s efforts with the new book for children, with a brief interview where Jo says she is returning again to write …read more!

PotterCast 137: There Should Be Cushions!

Feb 07, 2008

Posted by: EdwardTLC

PotterCast

The 137th episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is now online and complete with a special interview with Lisa Wright DeGroodt, author of The Quest Series. During this interview Lisa speaks with Melissa, Sue, and John about her series, her writing process, as well as her plans for the future books in the Quest …read more!

PotterCast 131: Rowling Along

Dec 24, 2007

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

News

Happy Holidays! We’re back with the second part of our JK Rowling interview on our Harry Potter podcast, PotterCast. To listen, subscribe via iTunes (subscribers, hit “Update this Podcast” if you don’t see it right away), or grab it via direct download, or just hit the “Play” button on the right side of the page …read more!

Potter Year in Summary Contest Now Open

Nov 16, 2007

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Contests

As 2007 draws to a close, the time comes to take a look back at the many events that have happened this past year in the fandom. Our wonderful contest crew has a new contest to announce that lets you share with others your memories and experiences in the artistic medium of your choice. The …read more!



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