Harry Potter News

Video of J.K. Rowling LiveStream Interview

Oct 11, 2012

Posted by: Catherine

News

As reported previously, J.K. Rowling gave an interview that was streamed live. A video of this interview is now available at Scholastic.com. J.K. Rowling answered questions about the success of Harry Potter, the encouragement she received to write, and many questions on Harry Potter cannon (such as her favorite moments in the books, the first/last …read more!

Video of J.K. Rowling LiveStream Interview

Oct 11, 2012

Posted by: Catherine

News

As reported previously, J.K. Rowling gave an interview that was streamed live. A video of this interview is now available at Scholastic.com. J.K. Rowling answered questions about the success of Harry Potter, the encouragement she received to write, and many questions on Harry Potter cannon (such as her favorite moments in the books, the first/last …read more!

“Deathly Hallows: Parts 1 and 2” Ultimate Editions Available November 13th

Oct 10, 2012

Posted by: Mel

Movies

The Ultimate Editions for “Deathly Hallows: Parts 1 and 2” will be available for purchase on November 13th. The two movies will be sold in a single package. You can buy this Ultimate Edition now at Target, but it is available in store only.

Final Chapters of “Chamber of Secrets” Will be Available in Late October, Scholastic Holding Live Web Chat with J. K. Rowling 10/11

Oct 10, 2012

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

During a speech at the Frankfurt Book Festival, Pottermore CEO Charlie Redmayne revealed that the final chapters of “Chamber of Secrets” will open on Pottermore sometime this month. You can see slides from his presentation, where he discusses further aspects of Pottermore, here or below. Furthermore, Redmayne has discussed how Pottermore aims to expand the …read more!

September Contest Winners

Oct 10, 2012

Posted by: Mel

LeakyLounge

We’re pleased to announce the winners of our September contest, which was to write an entry as a King’s Cross station guard. First place went to Winnie Weasley! Second place went to ZonkoLtd, third place to KATANDCON, and our honorable mentions are Chris B. and H. T. You can see all our winning entries here. …read more!

First Movie Poster of Daniel Radcliffe’s “The F Word”

Oct 10, 2012

Posted by: Catherine

News

The first movie poster of The F Word has been released. Daniel Radcliffe’s new dramatic comedy currently has no release date, but the release of the movie poster brings about a new hope that the movie will be a film to look forward to next year. HeyUGuys also posted a description of a scene from …read more!

Harry Potter for Kinect Now Available, New Trailer Features Fan Made Music

Oct 09, 2012

Posted by: Mel

Video Games

The newest Harry Potter related video game, Harry Potter for Kinect, is now available for purchase! Earlier this summer a contest was held inviting all musically inclined Harry Potter fans to submit their own track for the Harry Potter for Kinect trailer. Sam Dillard of Texas was chosen as the winner and you can hear …read more!

Emma Watson on the Cover of “IO Donna” and “Nylon”

Oct 08, 2012

Posted by: Catherine

News

As The Perks of Being a Wallflower hit Italian movie theaters, Emma Watson was featured on the cover of Italian magazine IO Donna, as well as Nylon with her Perks co-stars. Each magazine featured short interviews with Emma Watson. IO Donna magazine reported (translated from Italian–excuse the kinks): The little Hermione disappeared. And with it …read more!

Emma Watson and Daniel Radcliffe recieve BBC Radio Teen Hero Awards

Oct 07, 2012

Posted by: Catherine

News

The BBC Radio 1 Teen Hero Awards were hosted this afternoon at Wembley Arena. These awards “celebrated the achievements of outstanding young people in the UK, with an audience of 9,000 14-17 years olds“. Daniel Radcliffe was awarded Best British Actor, and Emma Watson was awarded the Female Hottie of the Year award. Highlights of …read more!

J.K. Rowling at Cheltenham Literature Festival

Oct 07, 2012

Posted by: Catherine

News

As reported previously, J.K. Rowling made an appearance at Cheltenham Literature Festival to promote her new, adult novel The Casual Vacancy. (Pictures of the author posing with The Casual Vacancy can be seen below). In an interview at the Cheltenham Literature Festival, J.K. Rowling responded to critic’s accusations and confirmed that her next book would …read more!



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