Both parents and children chose Harry Potter as their favorite children’s book character in a survey conducted in honor of International Children’s Book Day. J.K. Rowling also did well in the poll, though she was beaten out for favorite author by Roald Dahl.
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How much money would you pay for a first edition Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone? What about a copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows signed by J.K. Rowling and fourteen cast members? If your answers are around $30,000 or $5,000, respectively, then you might just stand a chance at owning these highly coveted collectibles.
As April Fool’s Day 2013 comes to a close, we hope you enjoyed our fun posts – YES! They were ALL fake posts. At this time though, we wish to pay homage to the real pranksters of the Harry Potter world, Gred and Forge Weasley, and wish them a terrific Happy Birthday!
The Guardian is reporting that an unnamed source has supposedly discovered a twenty-year-old letter between Rowling and a man named Charles Furch. Does the latter name sound familiar? That shouldn’t be surprising, considering in this uncovered correspondence, Mr. Furch signs his name and position – Minister for Magic.
Emma Watson will certainly be living the princess lifestyle this year, after reports have linked her to different projects where she will portray classic Disney princesses Belle, Cinderella, and Ariel.
Amid internet rumors that Matt Smith will be leaving Doctor Who after this season, speculation has begun about who will next fill the Time Lord’s shoes. Sources from all around the internet are confirming that the 12th Doctor will be none other than – Dame Maggie Smith!
You’ve read the book, prepared for the television show, and soon you will be able to play the game! EA Games, makers of various video games including those inspired by the Harry Potter films, has announced that a game, titled The Casual Vacancy: Welcome to Pagford will be released around the same time as the BBC mini-series, sometime in 2014.
Snape is back, with a vengeance, and he’s out for some half-blood blood. Coming this summer to a theater near you is a story of danger, action, and seduction.
As part of their first anniversary celebrations, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter has announced that they will be presenting Troll Week – a special feature exploring the fascinating world of trolls in the Harry Potter series.
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