Amazon and Bloomsbury Publishing have been selling e-books without an agreement for the past couple of months. This situation came to a head last week when it looked like all Harry Potter books would be pulled from Amazon. This made waves in the publishing world, as customers could not buy many bestselling books in the UK and worldwide. Amazon stated in a media post, "We … [Read more...] about Bloomsbury Renews Publishing Agreement with Amazon
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Potterhead Politics: Pushing Past the Pages
The phenomenon of Potterhead Politics is a intriguing example of how a fanbase has become a vehicle for engaging with real-world social and political issues. Inspired by the Harry Potter series, the Harry Potter Alliance (HPA) demonstrate how fans channel their passion for the series into civic action, tackling issues ranging from climate change to LGBTQ+ rights. However, … [Read more...] about Potterhead Politics: Pushing Past the Pages
Potter Potter Everywhere and Not a Drop to Drink
Since Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone first hit the shelves in 1997, it's become a cultural phenomenon that shows no signs of slowing down. Spanning seven books, eight films, theme parks, merchandise, and spin-off franchises, the boy who lived is living large. At its inception, Harry Potter was nothing short of revolutionary. With themes of friendship, courage, and … [Read more...] about Potter Potter Everywhere and Not a Drop to Drink
Casting For New Harry Potter TV Show Focuses on Diversity
The casting call for the new Harry Potter TV series was just announced, by Warner Bros. The series aims to deliver a more detailed and faithful adaptation of the books compared to the original films, spanning multiple seasons in order to dive deeper into the source material. This new show introduces a fresh cast and casting agencies are specifically seeking talent for lead … [Read more...] about Casting For New Harry Potter TV Show Focuses on Diversity
From the Wizarding Archive Makes Audible Debut
From the Wizarding Archive which comprises a collection of essays penned by none other than J.K. Rowling herself is now available to listen to via Audible, the website WizardsAndWhatNot reported. Such essays offer an inside view of almost everything related to the fantasy series and are therefore of paramount importance to any die-hard Harry Potter fan. All of the essays used … [Read more...] about From the Wizarding Archive Makes Audible Debut
New Harry Potter Book Amid Controversy: ‘From the Wizarding Archive’
Harry Potter fans have a lot to look forward to this fall with the release of a new addition to the Wizarding World. J.K. Rowling’s beloved series began in the 1990s, has sold millions of copies and inspired eight movies (plus a spinoff series). The captivating story follows Harry Potter as he fights the evil Lord Voldemort. Although the series has been praised for … [Read more...] about New Harry Potter Book Amid Controversy: ‘From the Wizarding Archive’
A Curated Selection of Harry Potter Lore With Never-Heard-Before Backstories to Launch Soon
A specially curated collection of J.K. Rowling's creative works is going to be made available soon, wizardingworld.com reported. That includes articles and anecdotes related to Harry Potter and his magical world. There are also going to be stories related to other characters of the series along with stuff that you might not have known so far. Specifically, there are going to be … [Read more...] about A Curated Selection of Harry Potter Lore With Never-Heard-Before Backstories to Launch Soon
From Hogwarts to Self-Discovery: The Joy and Snag of Revisiting Books
When bad news hits, my survival kit includes chocolate, my trusty blanket, and a battered copy of Harry Potter. As I recently dove into its pages for solace, I was surpirsed to stumbled upon notes from past versions of myself—scribbles that were like emotional time capsules. Flipping through the pages, I watched my handwritten notes flutter by. Different colored pens … [Read more...] about From Hogwarts to Self-Discovery: The Joy and Snag of Revisiting Books
Magical Auction: Record-breaking Sale of Harry Potter Artwork
The original artwork for the first edition of J.K. Rowling’s 1997 novel “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” has shattered expectations and records when it sold last week for a record C$2.6 million at Sotheby’s auction in New York. Originally auctioned in London in 2001, the illustration sold for almost $108,033 US. This sale was notable as significant, as the art sold … [Read more...] about Magical Auction: Record-breaking Sale of Harry Potter Artwork
Hoopla to Bring Original Harry Potter Audiobooks to the US and Canada
Hoopla announced the Harry Potter audiobook series narrated by the acclaimed actor Stephen Fry is going to be available in the US and Canada via public libraries starting June 1. This makes for a momentous occasion given that this is the first time the top-rated audiobook series will be available in these regions, something that the libraries have been demanding for a long time … [Read more...] about Hoopla to Bring Original Harry Potter Audiobooks to the US and Canada