The Leaky Cauldron - JKR Interviews

JKR on the Richard & Judy Show: Talks Book Seven Deaths and Reprieves

Mon Jun 26 12:06:31 -0400 2006

<>Author J.K. Rowling appeared today on the Richard & Judy talk show today where she discussed Book Seven, which she reiterates is still NOT finished. Jo said that the last chapter has changed slightly, and two characters die, who she did not originally plan for their demise. She also added that one character has been given a 'reprieve.' She refused again to indicate whether Harry lives or dies a...

JKR Talks Book Seven and the End of a Saga

Sun Jun 25 18:00:31 -0400 2006

At the birthday party today for the Queen, author J.K. Rowling was asked about her thoughts and progress on Book Seven. She did not give any details nor clues about the book, but only said to Reuters:

<>"I am feeling sad as it is the last one. But so far, so good."<>Pressed on when the book would be ready for publication, she would only say: "I'm doing well I think. You can never really tell till yo...

Photos of Jo and Video from Queen's Party

Sun Jun 25 15:07:10 -0400 2006

Earlier today, author J.K. Rowling attended the special party for the Queen today at Buckingham Palace. Reuters is now reporting that Jo was met by many of her fans at the party.

<>As children's authors mingled with the guests, the biggest reception was given to JK Rowling, mobbed by children desperate for an autograph from the author of the Harry Potter wizard sagas.
"I think it is a wonderful ide...

Confirmed: JKR Interview on Richard & Judy Coming June 26

Fri Jun 02 13:36:46 -0400 2006

<>TLC can now confirm that author J.K. Rowling's appearance on the Richard & Judy talk show will be broadcast Monday, June 26. This show will air on Channel 4 from 5 -6 pm, and we do not have any details on what they will be discussing at this time. This interview comes the day after Jo will be reading from Half-Blood Prince at the special birthday party for the Queen on Sunday, June 25 that will...

Oh Yes I Can, I Read Green Eggs and Ham Says JKR

Fri Jun 02 09:55:10 -0400 2006

There is a new book out by Jacqueline Wilson called "Great Books to Read Aloud" that includes recommendations from Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. Jo discusses the books that she reads to her children, which include such works as "Hippos Go Berserk" by Sandra Boynton, and the classic "Green Eggs and Ham" by Dr. Seuss. Jo writes:

<>"One of my fondest memories of my eldest daughter at age five inv...

Jurassic Hogwarts

Mon May 22 07:05:18 -0400 2006

<>A recently discovered species of dinosaurs will bear a name given in honor of the Harry Potter novels. Approved by J.K. Rowling, "Dracorex Hogwartsia" is being unveiled this morning at The Children's Museum in Indianapolis. This new species was discovered at the Hell Creek Formation in South Dakota, and Paleontologists spent two years cleaning and rebuilding the skull, which has spiky horns, bu...

J.K. Rowling Loves Libraries

Mon May 15 16:24:26 -0400 2006

Authors J.K. Rowling, Salman Rushdie, and Philip Pullman are among those who are lending their support to the "Love Libraries" campaign. Part of an effort in the UK to help "galvanize support for public libraries and combat their growing image problem," the "Love Libraries" campaign has enlisted the help of 150 celebrities, including JKR. The Guardian reports:

<>"Rowling compared libraries to the ...

JKR Appearance on Richard & Judy Show in June

Fri May 12 15:20:44 -0400 2006

<>A few months ago we told you that author J.K. Rowling was confirmed to appear on UK talk show "Richard & Judy." New episodes of the show are set to begin next month on June 19, and Jo is to be one of the early guests. This time frame is a few days before JKR is due to appear at the Queen's special birthday party on June 25. Readers will remember that Richard & Judy hosted the British Book Award...

Harry Potter Author J.K.Rowling Interview with GirlGuiding Scotland

Sat Apr 29 14:26:07 -0400 2006

<>A few weeks ago, we first told you there would be a new interview due with author J.K. Rowling and GirlGuiding Scotland. Included with a group of over 100 women, this interview with JKR is part of a "campaign by Girlguiding Scotland to inspire young women and girls with examples of talented and inspirational women from Scotland." The piece with Jo is now online, and she answers several question...

J.K. Rowling Donates to MS Research Center

Thu Apr 20 08:21:57 -0400 2006

In what was described as "major cash donation", author J.K. Rowling has offered her support to help fund a new Multiple Sclerosis research center in Edinburgh. Jo, who is a patron of MS Society Scotland, has long been interested and involved in the fight against this disease which claimed the life of her mother. Jo is quoted as saying:

<>"It means a great deal to me to be able to provide support f...

Excerpts from J.K. Rowling Interview with GirlGuiding Scotland

Sat Apr 15 21:15:00 -0400 2006

<>A few days ago we first told you that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling had been interviewed by Girlguiding Scotland as part of a series of interviews with inspirational women. The Sunday Times now has more on these interviews, saying that they are part of an initiative to "combat the increasing popularity of celebrity culture among teenage girls. " Jo recently posted a wonderful commentary abou...

New Essay from J.K. Rowling on Growing up Female

Sat Apr 15 00:42:34 -0400 2006

<>A new book by Willa Shalit called Becoming Myself:Reflections on Growing Up Female contains a essay written by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. This book is a collection of thoughts and reflections on being female from sixty-seven notable women including Jo, as well as others such as poet Maya Angelou , author Joyce Carol Oates, and Academy Award winning actress Meryl Streep. There is a short ...

J.K.Rowling Interview for Girlguiding Scotland

Thu Apr 13 19:58:55 -0400 2006

<>On May 1, Girlguiding Scotland will feature a new series of interviews with "100 Inspirational Women" and Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is among those on this list. Jo is listed on their website as part of their successful ex members, which also includes others such as actress Dawn Steele (Monarch of the Glen) and Lesley Hinds, who is the Lord Provost of Edinburgh. Girlguiding Scotland is Sc...

Newsround Video Interview with J.K. Rowling

Thu Mar 30 11:54:33 -0500 2006

<>Lizo, from CBBC Newsround was at the British Book Awards last night, and he was able to get an quick interview with Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. He asked Jo about the progress on Book Seven, where she said "I've done a bit. But there's nothing more I can tell you. Everything's a giveaway now." In this new video interview, Lizo also asked her about the title for the new book, but alas, Jo d...

Half-Blood Prince Named British Book of the Year

Wed Mar 29 16:21:41 -0500 2006

Update: See pics now in our gallery, with hi-res on the way.
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince has been named "Book of the Year" at the British Book Awards held tonight in London. Jo is quoted by the BBC as saying "I'm delighted that Harry Potter continues to give so much pleasure to adults and children." She was also asked about the progress of Book Seven, and she said:

<>"I am enjoying writ...