There is a new book out by Jacqueline Wilson called “Great Books to Read Aloud” that includes recommendations from Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. Jo discusses the books that she reads to her children, which include such works as “Hippos Go Berserk” by Sandra Boynton, and the classic “Green Eggs and Ham” by Dr. Seuss. …read more!

Issue 4 of Scribbulus, Leaky’s essay project, is now available, containing 13 (not the usual 12) new essays for your perusal. The extra essay comes from our own John Noe,who writes about what it means to be a fan of Harry Potter in Jo’s Harry Potter: A Fan’s Point of View. There are also ruminations …read more!

Broadwayworld.com has a new backstage interview with performer Jim Dale, in which he discusses his career, gives advice to theater students, and – yes – talks a bit about Harry Potter. The 24-minute video segment also includes a (clean) clip of Mr. Dale’s Tony-nominated performance in The Threepenny Opera. Thanks to Kyra and Broadwayworld.com!

Recently we told you filming has been taking place on location in Scotland for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix film. TLC Reader Sandra was lucky enough to be there while this was happening, and has now sent in some good photos for us. Sandra has these two pics of Dan …read more!

We have a bit of personal, celebratory news (late, as usual, when it comes to this stuff): On May 20, our lovely editor Julie became a Bat Mitzvah, after two years of study, at the age of for-coughcough. We all admire Julie’s dedication to her faith and think she’s about the coolest thing since Ice …read more!