JKR Signed Poster on Auction for Charity
Thanks to MS Society Scotland we know that there is a poster of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone signed by author J.K. Rowling up for auction. Proceeds from this auction for the framed signed poster of the first Harry Potter movie will benefit the charity which helps those afflicted by MultipleContinued...
Jason Isaacs Calendar on Auction for Charity
There is a special autographed Jason Isaacs calendar now up for auction with all proceeds to benefit charity. This new 2007 calendar featuring photos of Jason in his many roles including that of Lucius Malfoy, was signed by the actor recently in London after a production of his play "The Dumb Waiter."Continued...
Sketch from "Goblet of Fire" on Auction for Charity
A sketch by Harry Potter illustrator Mary GrandPre is one of two the artist donated for auction to benefit a center that helps those with cancer. A sketch made for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is up for auction tonight in Sarasota, Florida, and you can see this image here. The Herald TribuneContinued...
Emma Watson Donates Potter Merchandise to Charity Auction
Items from the world of Harry Potter contributed by actress Emma Watson (Hermione Granger) are up for auction for the Wild Trout Trust, a wildlife conservation charity in Britain. Emma donated a Hogwarts Express Train Set signed by Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter,) Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley)Continued...
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 of children." The winner will be announced at a luncheon this Sunday, March 11Continued...
Harry Potter Books Rank Fourth This World Book Day
Today is World Book Day, and to mark the occasion, a survey was conducted asking readers to nominate "The ten books you can't live without." The Harry Potter books came in fourth place, with 12 percent of the votes. The top spot went to Pride and Prejudice, the great classic novelContinued...
Potter Actors Doodle for Charity
Oliver Phelps, George Weasley in the Harry Potter films, along with actress Imelda Staunton, Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher Dolores Umbridge in "The Order of the Phoenix," are joining 600 other celebrities in doodling for charity. Phelps and Staunton’s doodles will be auctionedContinued...
Wizards Rock for Charity with EP of the Month Club
There is a new charity effort underway in the wizarding rock community combining the love of two important things in our Harry Potter fandom, a love of great music and most especially, a love of reading and books. Lead by the group Harry and the Potters, they are announcing a new Wizard Rock EPContinued...
Potter Books Slated for Recycling Stolen from Warehouse
Reports are online today that some 3,000 Harry Potter books due to be recycled were stolen from a warehouse in Wales. Thieves apparently broke into a recycling company and took two containers of the special Harry Potter schoolbooks, which were published for charity several years ago. NewsWalesContinued...
Charity Drive Honors Alan Rickman
In honor of Alan Rickman's 61st birthday (February 21, 2007) AlanRickman.net is holding its annual charity drive. This year's fund drive will benefit Autisim Speaks; last year, the site raised over $1000 for Save The Children in Mr. Rickman's honor.
J.K. Rowling-Autographed Copy of Half-Blood Prince Auctioned Online for Charity
A copy of the British adult edition of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is up for auction on eBay, with 100% of the funds raised going to benefit the Helen Ritson Trust Fund.
"The book has been autographed by J.K Rowling, and is accompanied by a letterContinued...
Bid for J.K. Rowling's Bag
Back in August we first told you that author J.K. Rowling donated a purse to Handbag Heaven, a charity auction to be held this month. This black bag, which you can see in this photo of her at the London premiere of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, is part of the event that is to be held on Friday OctoberContinued...
Dan Radcliffe Contributes to Charity Auction
Actor Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter) is among those contributing to a new charity auction to help in the effort against cancer. Dan autographed a book of poetry up for auction, with proceeds to benefit the Luke Neuhedel Foundation, which "is dedicated to improving the quality of life for childrenContinued...
Daily Mail Notes J.K. Rowling's Spending
The Daily Mail has published a new profile on J.K. Rowling that details that upon which it says J.K. Rowling spends her money; it also details the generous nature of the Harry Potter author. The article highlights that while Jo has achieved impressive financial success from the books, she "has quietlyContinued...
Two Fans Tell Story of Meeting with J.K.Rowling
There are new stories in the press about two lucky fans who got to ask author J.K. Rowling some questions while she was in New York for the "Harry, Carrie, and Garp" charity readings at Radio City Music Hall.
The first story involves young Kyle Searcy of Destin, Florida who spent almostContinued...