Archive for March, 2014

Three “Fantastic Beasts” Megamovies Planned

Mar 30, 2014

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

A New York Times article on WB CEO Kevin Tsujihara reveals that there are three “megamovies” of “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” planned: [September] is when Warner announced that Ms. Rowling had agreed to adapt for the big screen her “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ a 2001 book billed as one …read more!

Noah in Theaters Today!

Mar 28, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

Emma Watson’s anticipated new film, Noah, opened in United States’ theaters today! There has been much publicity surrounding the film, with a lot of promotional involvement from Ms. Watson. If you have seen the film, please share your reactions with us, below in the comments!

Harry Potter Stuntman Speaks About Accident That Left Him Paralyzed

Mar 27, 2014

Posted by: Mel

Interviews

Harry Potter stuntman David Holmes recently spoke to The Mirror about the accident on set that left him paralyzed for life: Rehearsing a flying scene ’ recognised as one of the most dangerous in the business ’ he was hurled into a wall, breaking his neck, and leaving him paralysed for life. But, speaking for …read more!

Part Two of Quidditch World Cup History Now Available on Pottermore, Rowling Comments on House Pride Week

Mar 21, 2014

Posted by: Mel

J.K. Rowling

Last week, J. K. Rowling added a new entry about the Quidditch World Cup to Pottermore and promised that more would follow and today the second part of the entry has been added:Last week we brought you the first part of J.K. Rowling’s exclusive writing on the history of the Quidditch World Cup, and today …read more!

Live Q&A on Emma Watson’s Twitter

Mar 21, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

Ever felt like asking Emma Watson a question? She’s hosting a spontaneous live Q&A on her twitter right now! Send her a tweet @EmWatson with the #AskEmma.

Bloomsbury to give Potter books a Makeover

Mar 21, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

As reported previously, Scholastic gave the paperback editions of the Harry Potter novels a whole new look. Recently, Bloomsbury has decided to follow suit and apply new cover art to the UK paperback editions of the series. Johnny Duddle will be giving the books new front cover, spine, and back cover design. The inside of …read more!

More Material on Pottermore and More to Come

Mar 14, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

As promised, showing support for the Scottish rugby team by tweeting #wizards4scotlandrugbyteam, J.K. Rowling has posted more material on the Quidditch World Cup on Pottermore. In this new entry, which can be read here, Rowling tells us of the foundation of the Quidditch World Cup, its rules, and a few of the catastrophic events that …read more!

Universal Opens a Window on Hogwarts Express Experience

Mar 13, 2014

Posted by: Melissa Anelli

Events

Universal has released a few new details about the Hogwarts Express journey that will take place at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter this summer. The ride will connect people from the Hogsmeade to the Diagon Alley side of the park, the latter of which is the much-anticipated expansion slated to open this summer.While there …read more!

“Noah” portion of Emma Watson’s Wonderland Interview

Mar 11, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

Miss Watson posted a tweet earlier today, with an attached photocopy of a segment from her interview with Wonderland magazine. As reported previously, Miss Watson was the guest editor for the newest edition of Wonderland, for which she was interviewed as well as conducted interviews (including one with J.K. Rowling). The picture can be seen …read more!

Happy Birthday Professor Lupin and Happy Belated Birthday Professor Trelawney

Mar 10, 2014

Posted by: Catherine

News

Today, March 10, please join us in celebrating the birthday of a beloved Defense Against the Dark Arts professor’s birthday: Remus Lupin! To many Lupin was more than just a Hogwarts professor. He was a great member of the Order of the Pheonix, mentor, and family friend. Along side a fellow staff member, we also …read more!



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