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Emma Watson’s “Our Shared Shelf” a Success so far!

Jan 12, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

News, Watson

Emma Watson’s new feminist bookclub, Our Shared Shelf, is off to a very successful start. Since its inception last week, the bookclub currently boasts 82,102 members. Watson recently shared a Tweet of the bookclubs progress on Goodreads–not bad for having just started last week. Loving this ‘update your progress’ situation on ‘Our Shared Shelf’ #motivatedpic.twitter.com/gxiqy4GehA …read more!

New Trailer for Emma Watson’s Upcoming Film “Colonia”

Jan 10, 2016

Posted by: Alysha McLeod

News, Watson

A new trailer has been released for the upcoming drama “Colonia,” starring Emma Watson alongside Daniel Bruhl. IndieWire reports: Directed by Florian Gallenberger, the ’70s  picture follows a German activist who travels to Chile and finds himself thrown into the notorious Colonia Dignidad, a torture camp run by an enigmatic cult, all due to his support …read more!

Emma gives details about “Our Shared Shelf”

Jan 07, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

Books, News, Watson

Earlier this week, Emma Watson asked fans to come up with a name for a feminist book club she’d like to start. This morning she chose “Our Shared Shelf” and promised more details to come. Details have arrived! About an hour ago, Emma posted, on her Facebook page, an explanation of her thoughts behind starting …read more!

UPDATE: “Our Shared Shelf,” Naming Emma Watson’s Book Club

Jan 06, 2016

Posted by: Katie Eller

Books, Education, Fun, Watson

UPDATE: Emma Watson has chosen the name for her new “feminist bookclub.” She scanned through fans’ suggestions and settled on “Our Shared Shelf.” She promised more details of what this mysterious book club entails will be coming soon!   I've decided to go with 'Our Shared Shelf'. @emilyfabb – I absolutely loved this. Thank you, …read more!

What Emma Watson Reads

Dec 29, 2015

Posted by: Katie Eller

Books, Fun, Misc, News, Watson

It’s no surprise to anyone that the highly educated Emma Watson loves a good book.   She has touted several favorites in interviews and on social media pages in the last few years. This month, Harper’s Bazaar published a list of Emma Watson’s recommendations.  It was originally compiled by Hello Giggles, with Harper’s Bazaar adding a …read more!

Emma Watson Hosts Screening of “The True Cost”

Dec 11, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Movies, News, Watson

Earlier this week, Emma Watson hosted a screening of a chilling new documentary, The True Cost. Emma hosted along side Andrew Morgan and Lucy Siegle. The documentary is “a portrait of exploitation,” said the New York Times. CNBC stated that it “attacks the business of fast fashion.” The LA Times and many more gave their …read more!

Photos from Emma Watson’s Vogue Italia Shoot

Nov 11, 2015

Posted by: Milka Väinämö

News, Watson, Watson Interviews

Though the cover of the November issue of Italian Vogue went to Gigi Hadid, Emma Watson makes a splash in her editorial spread. The short English text published on the website of the Italian Vogue taps into Watson’s role as Hermione, stating “It is strange to see her on the big screen in difficult cinematic …read more!

Emma Watson Auctions her Shoes for Charity

Nov 09, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

News, Watson

Over the weekend, Emma Watson participated in an auction for the Small Steps Project. Small Steps provides emergency aid, food and shoes to children and others living in communities in municipal garbage dumps around the world. They accept donations of time and skills from willing working volunteers, people will to participate at their events, and …read more!

Emma Watson Interviews Malala and Campaigns for #HopeForOur Daughters

Nov 05, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

News, Watson

Yesterday, Emma Watson had the honor to sit down with women’s rights activist Malala Yousafzai. After being shot and almost killed for standing up for her right to go to school when the Taliban in Pakistan were trying to limit educational opportunities for women, Malala was not deterred from her beliefs that women should receive …read more!

Emma Watson live Q&A This Friday!

Oct 07, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Interviews, News, Watson

Emma Watson has just tweeted that she will be a part of a live Q&A (over Twitter), discussing her new movie Regression. As previously reported, Emma Watson plays a tormented young woman who fears for her life after experiencing something horrific. According to IMDB, Emma Watson’s character accuses her father of a crime he does not remember …read more!



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