Archive for June, 2003

CNN Review

Jun 30, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Books

Check it out, quotage: Recently, a friend asked me if Potter was worth the hype. I’m not sure if anything is worth the hype that the modern entertainment industry produces: overblown publicity machines for works that will vanish in a weekend. But if anything is worth the hype, it’s Harry Potter. The books enrapture children, …read more!

OotP Bestseller in France – in English

Jun 30, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Books

Apparently the French don’t mind what language their Harry comes in. The English OotP is at the top of the charts.

Lexicon Update: Summary of Chapters

Jun 30, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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The HP Lexicon has been updated with chapter summaries from OotP written by Maureen Knight.

The Stephen King review of OotP

Jun 30, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Books

Apparently it’s extremely positive. See, the geniuses all get it. When we know when it’s coming out, we’ll let you know. Some of you have said you can get it through AOL, but I have AOL and have been unsuccessful, and also have word it’s being saved for the print magazine first.

OotP Obituary

Jun 29, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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The Toronto Star has posted an obituary for the death of someone who died in Order of the Phoenix. Not quite as heartfelt as those I’ve seen from fans – but if you come across more, send them to us.

Harry Isn’t The Only One To Cause Chaos

Jun 29, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Books

In their time, Sherlock Holmes, Little Nell, and Dracula raised quite the excitement.

Potter Success Due to Merchandizing

Jun 29, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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Dr. Allison Simpson of Sydney University claims that the Harry Potter series wouldn’t be nearly as popular if it weren’t for the video games, movie and supplemental merchandizing keeping kids interest.

It’s A Family Affair

Jun 29, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Books

The Daily Herald details the path of Potter through the hands of a family.

Harry Potter Frenzy Waning

Jun 29, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

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It seems that the chaos that is for those seeking the fifth book of Potter is waning to more managable levels. Still – it’s been a fun ride.

EW Review of OotP

Jun 27, 2003

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Books

Heads up – issue #718 of Entertainment Weekly will have a review of OotP by thriller mastermind Stephen King, who gave a very nice notice to GoF in 2000. Thanks to Allie, we know that the last issue was #716/717, so next Friday (the one after if this was a double issue) will have the …read more!



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