Harry Potter News

Harry Potter Novels Make Australian Top Book List

Dec 05, 2004

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Australians recently had a chance to vote in a “My Favourite Book” competition of all time favourite books. According to The Daily Telegraph , all five of the Harry Potter novels made the final list of 100 best-loved books. In the top ten group, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix was ranked at …read more!

Launch Party Report 2: Matt Lewis and Alfie Enoch Chat It Up

Dec 04, 2004

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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(Click each pic for larger version) Every once in a while an interview comes along where little to no real interviewing happens. Sometimes the interview subjects launch into such natural, relaxed conversation that the best thing any reporter can do is sit back, press “record” and have fun. At the Prisoner of Azkaban DVD launch, …read more!

GIVE A GALLEON: Get a Clue 3!

Dec 03, 2004

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It’s that time again! TLC’s Third Annual Get a Clue drive is here! Last year, we sold more than 800 T-Shirts, and through your generosity we were able to donate more than $6,000 to Book Aid International on behalf of Potter fans worldwide. This year, we hope you have your Galleons ready. Our very-limited edition …read more!

J.K. Rowling Possible Visit to Spain Peace Conference

Dec 02, 2004

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A Spanish newspaper today reported that J.K. Rowling may possibly attend a world peace conference next year in Spain. This is to be an international forum with a focus on solidarity and peace. Several world leaders and famous individuals have been invited to attend this conference tenatively scheduled for early summer 2005 in Galicia, Spain. …read more!

Snowflakes for Charity

Dec 02, 2004

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Mary GrandPre, illustrator of the US edition of the Harry Potter novels, is contributing her work to charity. As part of a fundraising effort raise money for cancer research, Mary GrandPre has donated an original painted wood snowflake for auction. This is part of the “Robert’s Snow” auction on Ebay, with the proceeds to benefit …read more!

The People’s Choice: “Prisoner of Azkaban”

Dec 02, 2004

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban has received two nominations for this year’s “The People’s Choice Awards“. These are awards where we fans can go vote for our favorite film, actor and so forth. Prisoner of Azkaban is nominated in the category of “Favorite Sequel.” Actor Gary Oldman (Sirius Black) has been nominated as …read more!

Trio Wins Otto Award and New Interview

Dec 02, 2004

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Jenna, from DanRadcliffe.com let us know about a new award the trio has won from German magazine Bravo. Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint won the “Otto” award. There are scans from the magazine that also show photos of them inside the recent Prisoner of Azkaban DVD launch party, which you can see here. …read more!

Happy Leaky Holidays!

Dec 01, 2004

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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What can we say, JKR is our standard-bearer. TLC got a little Christmas cheer today, too. (If you’re using our text version, switch to full graphics for a minute to see what we’re talking about.)

TLC’s Prisoner of Azkaban Sweepstakes Winners!

Dec 01, 2004

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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At long last, we are proud to announce the winners of our Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban sweepstakes! Thirty-five people – less than .5 percent of entrants – will receive prizes for their creativity, ingenuity, wit and charm in answering to our challenge to pick one Harry Potter character and write about his …read more!

It’s a Holly Jolly Season at JKRowling.com

Dec 01, 2004

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Our favourite author has done some re-decorating of her website, JKRowling.com. Several readers have let us know about the bits of holly, garland, and bows that now festoon the site. There are lots of festive little touches for we fans to enjoy this holiday season, so check it out! Thanks to all who sent this …read more!



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