Jul 23, 2003
For our friends lucky enough to be watching the BBC, the Battle of the Books continues with Alice in Wonderland v. Harry Potter tonight just after 11p.m BST. Please see the web link above for exact time and channel details.
Jul 23, 2003
The August issue of Wired brings us more details on a news item we linked to back in February: invisibility may be difficult, but it is possible. Thanks to Lori for the link.
Jul 23, 2003
Hi all. We’ve received a very nice and courteous request from Warner Bros. to take down the picture of Gary Oldman as Sirius Black. We’ve complied to respect their wishes to present the first official image of Sirius – and honestly, I’d rather see what he’s going to look like in the film first, and …read more!
Jul 23, 2003
An article in the New Straits Times takes a look at Harry, his fans and their shared adolescence. Rowling’s readers are no longer the charming pie-eyed eight-year-olds gawking in awe at everything from butterflies to construction sites. Like the wizard himself, pioneering Potter enthusiasts now belong to the very different – and difficult – stage …read more!
Jul 23, 2003
Roger Highfield, author of The Science of Harry Potter, discusses his experience at Nimbus 2003 in this article from The Daily Telegraph. Editor’s Note: This may require free registration. Thanks, Hedwig!
Jul 22, 2003
Happy Birthday to Daniel Radcliffe – our young Mr. Potter turns 14 today (July 23, as it is right now in the UK). Many happy returns. If you’re looking to send him a gift, in lieu of flowers or giant teddy bears that ask Dan to marry you on your behalf, go here to make …read more!
Jul 22, 2003
A group of fans is working on a presentation for a national higher education conference on what Harry Potter teaches about administrators in institutions of learning. I thought this sounded interesting and figured I’d solicit some other references beyond what they’ve already suggested (the most obvious being NOT turning into Umbridge): Students having all the …read more!
Jul 22, 2003
TLC reader Justin pointed out eBay auctions of two Chamber of Secrets movie props: Lockhart’s Year With the Yeti and Break With a Banshee. Thanks, Justin!
Jul 22, 2003
CBBC has a story on #4 Privet Drive – and its failure to sell.
Jul 22, 2003
Harry Potter has ranked #154 on the VH1 pop culture icon list. He will be featured on the episode that airs tonight, Tuesday, July 22 at 9pm EST. Thanks to everyone whoo emailed us this tip!