Archive for July, 2013

Story Navigator Feature to be Introduced on Pottermore

Jul 12, 2013

Posted by: Mel

Misc

In addition to the release of the final installment of “Prisoner of Azkaban” sometime this summer, Pottermore plans to introduce several new features to the site, including the “Story Navigator”: For those who know the stories inside out, you might want to jump straight to parts of the books that you love the most, whether …read more!

The Many Faces of Emma Watson

Jul 11, 2013

Posted by: Catherine

News

Emma Watson recently participated in a W magazine photo shoot that captured her many different facial expressions. The shoot and magazine spred talked of Emma’s career journey, and her growth as an actress. Photos may be seen here and a few may be seen below. The Improper reports: Emma Watson” days. In a stunning series …read more!

Last Installment of “Prisoner of Azkaban” to be Released on Pottermore This Summer

Jul 10, 2013

Posted by: Mel

Misc

The Pottermore Insider has announced that the final installment of “Prisoner of Azkaban” will be released in the coming weeks. The Insider has also posted a teaser image from an upcoming Moment, which appears to be an image of the obstacle course for the Defense Against the Dark Arts final exam. You can see the …read more!

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Diagon Alley Now on Google Maps

Jul 04, 2013

Posted by: Mel

Misc

Today, the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Twitter announced that you can now see Diagon Alley on Google Street View. Enjoy a glimpse into the studio here, and see if you can spot anything lurking in the shadows.

J. K. Rowling to Answer One Fan Question on Goodreads

Jul 04, 2013

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

Goodreads is hosting an opportunity for a fan to ask J. K. Rowling a question about “The Casual Vacancy.” In honor of the paperback release of “The Casual Vacancy” readers can post their potential questions here until July 7th. Goodreads will compile the best questions into a poll, which readers will be able to vote …read more!

Pottermore Donates “Philosopher’s Stone” ebooks for Charity

Jul 04, 2013

Posted by: Catherine

News

London Evening Standard, and Barns and Noble’s Nook, teamed up with Pottermore to donate 1,000 Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone ebooks to Beanstalk. Beanstalk is a “National Literacy Charity and Partner of the Get Reading Festival“. Stephen Fry, who narrates the British Harry Potter audio books, will also be attending this charity event. Fry …read more!

New “Order of the Phoenix” Cover Art Released

Jul 01, 2013

Posted by: Mel

Cover Art

We have more new cover art for Scholastic’s 15th anniversary rerelease of the Harry Potter series! The new cover for “Order of the Phoenix,” illustrated by Kazu Kibuishi, shows Harry and two others flying away from Hogwarts on thestrals.Many thanks to SnitchSeeker for the tip!



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