So my first blog, (found here), was me trying to give an example of what this blog might contain, namely a retrospective look on experiences shared with Mr Potter. But, as such, it failed to give you, faithful reader, who I am. Who’s fingers are striking the keys while listening to U2? Who was able …read more!

Alex Robbin first came to this site by showing us he was the world’s most eager 15-year-old, ready to do anything to help out. Now he just about runs the development show over here, and we frequently forget his age. Today, that’s impossible: He’s 18 years old, a full-fledged adult. He’s still the baby of …read more!

Don't forget, two things tomorrow: If you’re going to Comic-Con, join us in Room 2 at 10:30 am for a discussion on all things Potter. And later, at 7pm: PotterCast and MuggleCast will hold a live Leaky Mug in San Diego! The event location is as follows: Borders Books and Music 1072 Camino Del Rio …read more!

I think my Muse hates me. Seriously. Hates. Me. Here I was, for three glorious weeks, child free. The kids were camping with my parentals and I had the entire house to myself¦ oh, and my husband. There was no arguing over bath time or bedtime or inappropriate cartoons or “he touched me!”. Nothing but …read more!

Yep, that’s what it seems like is going through our home right now — a whirlwind! Because I leave in six days for Virginia and then, on August 6th, leave there for Chicago and Terminus! This will be my second HP conference and I’m looking forward to this with excitement, longing, happiness and trepidation. I …read more!

I know I said that my first several blogs would be the works that Jo loves and is influenced by, but I’m just a little bit TOO antsy to let this one sit for a month or two. So, I Am A Big Fat Liar. Sorry about that. Meyer, Stephenie. Twilight. New York: Hatchette, 2005. …read more!

Come join us today in our Leaky Lounge forum for a celebration of the one-year anniversary of the publication of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.” This time last year, readers across the world at last knew of Harry’s fate and were celebrating the boy who lived. Join us in remembering that time with your …read more!

This weekend at Comic-Con, Harry Potter merchandisers NECA and Gentle Giant have unveiled a couple of new products, which you can see here in our galleries (starting here). Included is a picture of a new Snape statue as well as new Harry and Ginny figurines. Enjoy!

Tonight, at long last, I get to debut the website for and make some announcements about my upcoming book, Harry, A History. This book has been such an important part of my life for so long that I am almost unable to believe it will only be a few months until I can walk into …read more!

I was going to post this yesterday but my internet chose a particularly untimely moment to go haywire and we just got it reset. As you might, or might not, know, Wednesday was the kick start to Comic Con, a gigantic convention that features comic books and video games as well as movies. Twilight was …read more!