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Rep Your Hogwarts House with Steps for Charity

Feb 24, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Charity, Events, Fans, Fun, Interactive, Lumos, Misc, News, Pottermore, Tech

Most Potter fans know that Gryffindors are brave, Slytherins are cunning, Hufflepuffs loyal, and Ravenclaws astute, but have you ever wondered which House would take the cup in a race to get moving? Soon you’ll have the chance to find out, as well as contribute to a good cause, through Sport Relief’s 2018 campaign Billion …read more!

Happy Birthday, Newt Scamander!

Feb 24, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Birthdays, Books, Character Birthdays, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Fun, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News

“It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” ~Albus Dumbledore Newt Scamander is an exceptionally talented wizard and Magizoologist, far more able than he might get credit for, but, as his former headmaster and good friend Albus Dumbledore said to Harry, his abilities are actually the least …read more!

Love Potion No. 9? Be Mine!

Feb 14, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fandom, Fans, Fun, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, News, Opinion

Let’s be honest, most of the time we’re envious of our fictional wizarding counterparts. Charms, potions, Floo Powder, port keys! Life would be so much easier, wouldn’t it? So it’s quite satisfying to realize that when it comes to love, we’re on a level playing field. When the calendar flips to Valentine’s Day, the magic …read more!

20th Anniversary Chamber of Secrets Bonus Bookmark

Feb 13, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Bloomsbury, Books, Books - Release Dates, Fun, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Misc, News, Products, Publishers

Last month Leaky shared the news from Bloomsbury Publishing that Hogwarts House editions of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets would be released this summer in honor of its 20th anniversary. The new versions, with covers illustrated by artist Levi Pinfold, will be available on June 28 and can be purchased in Gryffindor red, Slytherin green, …read more!

When the Magic of a Story Becomes Real…

Feb 06, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Books, Fans, Fun, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, News, Opinion

I write about Harry Potter all the time. I have all the talking points down, the recurring debates covered and the latest theories analyzed. With the constant flood of news, anniversaries and events, it’s ongoing. But I’ll be honest, I don’t often revel in the magic of Harry Potter–not the way I did when it …read more!

Happy Birthday, Arthur Weasley!

Feb 06, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Birthdays, Books, Character Birthdays, Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News

Albus Dumbledore may be viewed as the wizened mentor of the Harry Potter series, but Arthur Weasley is the enduring father figure. He never tries to take James place in Harry’s life–or usurp Sirius’ role as godfather and confidant–but he is the reliable, steadfast presence that both Harry and his children need. Throughout J.K. Rowling’s …read more!

Happy Birthday, Warwick Davis!

Feb 03, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Birthdays, BigNews, Birthdays, Davis, Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, HP Cast, Movies, News, Potter News, Producers, Television Programmes

Today we celebrate Warwick Davis’ 48th birthday–and what a splendid 48 years it’s been! Within the Harry Potter fandom Davis is most well-known for playing multiple characters in the wizarding world: a Goblin bank teller at Gringotts, Professor Filius Flitwick and, later, the duplicitous goblin Griphook. He played each with appropriate humor, seriousness and aplomb–as …read more!

Celebrating ‘Harry Potter Book Night’ With a Magical Milestone–Over 500 Million Books Sold!

Feb 01, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Audio Books, Bloomsbury, Books, Companion Books, Events, Fantastic Beasts, Fun, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Harry Potter Book Night, News, Pottermore, Publishers, Scholastic

Tonight fans around the world will congregate in homes and local bookstores to celebrate Bloomsbury’s Harry Potter Book Night 2018! (Many U.S. bookstores will host events on Saturday, Feb. 3, so for you American fans, check with your local purveyors of all things bookish regarding event details in your area.) This year’s theme is Fantastic …read more!

Take a Look Inside ‘Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery’ – Exclusive Demo From A Celebration of Harry Potter!

Jan 30, 2018

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Exclusives, Fan Events, Fans, Fun, Games, News, Tech, Warner Bros.

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is an exciting new collaboration between Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and TinyCo / Jam City, which will bring the Hogwarts experience to all iOS and Android devices this Spring. We were lucky enough to speak to Matt London – Senior Narrative Designer at Jam City and writer for Hogwarts Mystery – …read more!

More Magic Announced for A Celebration of Harry Potter

Jan 22, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Celebration of Harry Potter, Events, Fans, Fun, Games, Ianevski, MinaLima, News, Phelps, Pottermore, Tena, Theme Park, Warner Bros., WIzarding World of Harry Potter Orlando, Wright

Are you ready for the most magical event of the year Potter fans? Universal Orlando Resorts A Celebration of Harry Potter starts this Friday, and now the weekend looks even more spellbinding than ever! In addition to all of the exciting panels, demonstrations, and fan favorite activities previously announced, including appearances from five of your favorite actors …read more!



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