Harry Potter News

Herald Sun Feature On Harry Potter: New Video Interviews with Trio, Evanna Lynch, Bonnie Wright, Matt Lewis, Katie Leung and More

Nov 10, 2007

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As the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix DVD is set to be released this week, Australian paper The Sunday Herald Sun has now posted a lengthy feature on Harry Potter, featuring nine new video interviews with cast and crew from the fifth Harry Potter film. At the links below, you can watch …read more!

Reminder: Harry Potter Event Today in Belfast, Ireland

Nov 10, 2007

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Previously we told you that actress Natalia Tena (Tonks) would be taking part in a Harry Potter event in Belfast, Ireland. That event is today, and joining Natalia at this same event will be Harry Potter actors Chris Rankin who plays Percy Weasley, and Jamie Yeates who played the nasty Slytherin Quidditch player Marcus Flint. …read more!

“Order of the Phoenix” Award Nomination and DVD Trailer News

Nov 10, 2007

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For those that might have missed it earlier, the trailer for the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix DVD that we showed you previously has now been added to the official WB UK Harry Potter website. You can watch this video at the UK site by clicking where it says trailers, then on …read more!

NY Judge Issues Restraining Order to Prevent Publication of Lexicon; JK Rowling Updates

Nov 09, 2007

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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As stated in a public document and now on JK Rowling’s Web site a judge has issued a restraining order against publication of The Harry Potter Lexicon. This document, signed by Judge Robert Patterson in NY, denies RDR Books’ claim to delay the matter until January and grants a restraining order for JKR/WB to prevent …read more!

“Half-Blood Prince” Casting News: Helen McCrory will Play Narcissa Malfoy

Nov 09, 2007

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Good news this morning as CBBC Newsround can confirm some casting news for the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film. Actress Helen McCrory will play the part of Narcissa Malfoy, the wife of Death Eater Lucius Malfoy. Newsround reminds us that Ms McCrory “was originally cast as Bellatrix Lestrange in the fifth Potter …read more!

New UK Study Finds “Harry Potter” to be Most Re-Read Novel

Nov 09, 2007

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A new survey from the UK has produced findings that suggest the Harry Potter novels by author J. K. Rowling are the most re-read series among readers in the UK. The BBC reports that the survey, conducted by Costa, found 77% off readers re-read books as well as placed the Potter novels above such titles …read more!

Jingle Spells More than 2/3rds Sold Out!

Nov 09, 2007

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If you were thinking about ordering a copy of Jingle Spells, Leaky’s sixth Get a Clue fundraiser and an outstanding compilation of Harry-themed holiday music, you should get on it right now. We have less than 1,000 copies left in our limited print run, and we’re not even a month into the drive. More than …read more!

Happy Birthday, Chris Rankin!

Nov 08, 2007

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Everyone please join us today in wishing a very Happy Birthday to actor Chris Rankin, who portrays the character of Percy Weasley in the Harry Potter films. Mr. Rankin celebrates his 24th birthday today! Cheers!

J.K. Rowling: Among Those Considered for Time’s Person of the Year

Nov 08, 2007

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Time Magazine is once again considering who they will name as their Person of the Year, and have now launched a new online poll for readers to vote. Among those eligible for consideration this year is Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. The magazine writes: Pro: Finished a seven-book epic that will be read by children …read more!

His Own Worst Enemy: Harry as a Horcrux

Nov 08, 2007

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His Own Worst Enemy: Harry as a Horcrux By ~Mokey “Unless I’m much mistaken, he transferred some of his own powers to you the night he gave you that scar, Not something he intended to do, I’m sure…” “Voldemort put a bit of himself in me?” Harry said, thunderstruck. “It certainly seems so.” 1 Well, …read more!



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