Harry Potter News

‘Chamber of Secrets’ Illustrated Edition: Lockhart Unlocked!

Sep 27, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Art, Bloomsbury, Books, Branagh, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Jim Kay, News, Scholastic

Last week, Scholastic and Bloomsbury gave you the chance to win your very own copy of Jim Kay’s illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets leading up to the release of the book on October 4th, in their exclusive competition via Unlock Lockhart. With one week until #HarryPotterIllustrated #ChamberOfSecrets arrives, have you seen the @BloomsburyBooks …read more!

Daniel Radcliffe On “Imperium”, “Game of Thrones” and More

Sep 27, 2016

Posted by: Milka Väinämö

Actor Interviews, HP Cast, Interviews, News, Radcliffe, Radcliffe Interviews

Two new UK releases, The Swiss Army Man (released on September 30) and Imperium (released on September 23), mean that Daniel Radcliffe is currently doing rounds in the British press. He has chatted with BBC about Brexit and Trump fears, with Independent about his new films and Harry Potter, with Metro about his favorite Alan Rickman memory, and …read more!

Emma Watson at the United Nations

Sep 27, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

HP Cast, News, Watson

As reported earlier this year, Emma Watson is currently taking a year off filming and acting to focus her attention on her role as Women’s Ambassador to the United Nations. Over the last week, Emma and her HeForShe campaign for equality, and other women-focused projects, have released campaign videos and more. Emma gave a small …read more!

Fantastic Beasts Merch is Here!

Sep 27, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Games, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News, Posters, Redmayne, Toys, Warner Bros., WB Shop

The official Harry Potter shop has revealed Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them merchandise! Though the items are now all available for preorder, the items may not be shipped out for sometime–probably after the release of the film on November 18. However, Harry Potter fans, get your wallets out and experience the feeling of …read more!

NEW Fantastic Beasts Funko POP! Vinyl Figures!

Sep 24, 2016

Posted by: Storie Chastain

Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, News

Funko has just recently released their new line of Fantastic Beasts Pop! vinyl figures! It includes a variety of characters and even a little magical beast. The first is Jacob Kowalski. What he’s wearing, I couldn’t tell you… I guess we’ll find out soon! The next one is Newt Scamander himself! Adorned in his dashing peacoat and …read more!

‘Number Four Privet Drive’ for Sale

Sep 22, 2016

Posted by: Sammie

Films, HPPS/SS Film, Movies, News

Time to start saving up your Galleons–the house used as the Dursleys’ home in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone is officially on the market. The three-bedroom home–which is located at 12 Picket Post Close in Bracknell, about 30 miles west of London–was actually only used to portray Harry’s childhood home in the first Potter film. …read more!

DISCOVER YOUR PATRONUS ON POTTERMORE!

Sep 22, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

J.K. Rowling, News, Pottermore

It is here. It is finally here. For eons and eons, Harry Potter fans have been asking J.K. Rowling for a Patronus Quiz, to officially be able to discover their Patronus. After bringing back the official sorting quiz and “wands choosing the wizards,” Jo finally granted fans their wish. Having quickly taken the quiz as …read more!

Unlock Lockhart: A Chance to Win an Illustrated CoS!

Sep 21, 2016

Posted by: Justin Hart

Art, Bloomsbury, Fun - Contests, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Jim Kay, Publishers, Scholastic

Jim Kay’s illustrated Harry Potter books are a must have for any Potter fan. The release of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets: Illustrated Edition is less than a month away (October 4th)! Check out our previous post revealing  Chamber’s cover art. To celebrate the release, Bloomsbury and Scholastic want to give you a sneak …read more!

PotterCast 260: “Hogwarts: An Incomplete and Unreliable Guide”

Sep 21, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

Books, News

PotterCast is back–again! Within the last 6 months or so, so far PotterCast has released  an episode approximately every month, and is working on coming back more frequently–progress, YES! The last episode of PotterCast was a live recording from GeekyCon. This episode picks up where GeekyCon left off, talking more about Harry Potter and the Cursed …read more!

Lumos and the Harry Potter Fandom

Sep 19, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

Davis, Fans, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, HP Cast, J.K. Rowling, Lynch, News, Redmayne

Last weekend, J.K. Rowling was interviewed by Lauren Laverne in a Facebook Live event. She answered FAQs about her children’s charity, Lumos. Of course, being the creator of Harry Potter, the topic of her most famous book series came up. As Jo said, the Harry Potter series and it’s fandom is incredibly important to Lumos. …read more!



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