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Bloomsbury Announces ‘Harry Potter Book Night 2018’!

Dec 07, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

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It’s that time again! No, we’re not starting a countdown to Christmas. (A little late for that, by the way.) And, no, we’re not yet counting down to the release of the next film. (That we’ll admit to publically, anyway.) It’s time to mark your calendars for Bloomsbury’s Harry Potter Book Night 2018, which will …read more!

James and Oliver Phelps Christen New YouTube Channel With Audiocast From the Madrid ‘Harry Potter: The Exhibition’ Opening!

Nov 30, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fun, Harry Potter:The Exhbition, HP Cast, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Media, News, Phelps, Props-Sets, Warner Bros.

The Weasley twins have expanded their reach beyond Diagon Alley and are now hosting an audiocast on their new YouTube channel “Double Trouble”–aptly named. James and Oliver Phelps spoke to fans from Madrid, Spain, where they attended the latest opening of Harry Potter: The Exhibition. Oliver Phelps announced the move on twitter, inviting fans to “enjoy!” …read more!

Daniel Radcliffe’s newest film ‘Jungle’, and much more!

Oct 19, 2017

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Actor Interviews, Films, Info, Interviews, Media, Misc, Movies, News, Radcliffe, Radcliffe Interviews

In Forbes‘s latest interview with Daniel Radcliffe, he discussed his new film Jungle, and what’s gone on behind the scenes. The film follows the Israeli tourist Yossi Ghinsberg who traveled to Bolivias jungles and found himself completely stranded. Simon Thompson sat down with Daniel, to discuss life after Potter, films, and everything in between. Simon asked him …read more!

‘Harry Potter: A History of Magic’ Opens at The British Library!

Oct 19, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Bloomsbury, Books, Companion Books, Education, Events, Exclusives, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, JKR Interviews, Media, Movies, News, Pottermore, Publishers, Scholastic

Harry Potter: A History of Magic opens TOMORROW at The British Library in London! Keep reading for details on a new documentary coming to BBC Two (featuring J.K. Rowling herself), companion books, featured items, planned expansions and more: In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, The British Library in London (in …read more!

Strike to Return in 2018 in Career of Evil

Sep 17, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

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After tonight’s thrilling conclusion of popular TV adaptation of The Silkworm, fans were left anxious for more.  Thankfully BBC didn’t leave us wondering whether we would be seeing another Strike TV adaptation for very long as they already confirmed that they will be airing Strike: Career of Evil later in 2018. The Telegraph reports that …read more!

New Kindle in Motion Sorcerer’s Stone!

Sep 05, 2017

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Books, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Info, Interactive, J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, Media, News, Pottermore, Sales, Videos

Following the success of the illustrated hardcovers of the first three books in the Potter series, Pottermore  announced earlier this summer the ‘Kindle in Motion’ version of the first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone as covered here by Leaky. This magical moving version of book one of our favorite story went on sale today! Pottermore says that …read more!

Visit the Pottermore Pop-up Shop For One Week Only

Jun 20, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Art, Cover Art, Exclusives, Fan Events, Fans, Galleries, Media, News, Posters, Pottermore

Pottermore is hosting a Pop-up shop in London for one week only that will showcase their exclusive new Pottermore Art Collection that was announced earlier this month. The collection contains a variety of prints and posters featuring scenes and characters from the Wizarding World. Some of the featured art includes portraits of the Marauders by Montse Bernal, Olly …read more!

Evanna Lynch Electrifying in ‘Disco Pigs’ Trailer

Jun 10, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

HP Cast, Lynch, Media, News, Theater, Videos

First staged 20 years ago, Enda Walsh’s Disco Pigs will make its debut on 12th July at London’s Trafalgar Studios, and Harry Potter‘s Evanna Lynch will star as Runt, alongside Colin Campbell as Pig! A summary of the play is as follows: “Born at the same time on the same day in the same hospital, Pig and Runt …read more!

Big Week for ‘Harry Potter’: 20th Anniversary Editions, Audiobooks in Bookstores, Topping Amazon Charts and More

Jun 02, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

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It’s been a huge week for Harry Potter as the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone draws near. To kick off the month we’re bringing you news about the 20th anniversary house themed editions of Philosopher’s Stone, an exciting announcement for independent bookstores, proof that Harry Potter remains a favorite among readers, and a …read more!

Feminism, Aliens and Katherine Waterston

May 19, 2017

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Films, Interviews, Media, News, Waterson

Alien: Covenant premiered on May 12th, and it’s already scaring the beejezus out of people; specifically its main star Katherine Waterston. In an interview with hollywood.com, Waterston said she was nauseous just watching the trailer. That didn’t stop her from absolutely adoring making the film; specifically with the stuntwork. Most actors have stunt doubles, and so did …read more!



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