The Harry Potter books were the most hyped in the modern era of publishing when they first came out. They remain popular today; Amazon Charts tracks the most-read and sold books for fiction and non-fiction, and almost all the Harry Potter books continue to dominate. When the final book was released, people were sleeping outside bookstores and waiting for them to open. … [Read more...] about Will be ever see another book with Harry Potter level hype?
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John Lithgow to play Dumbledore in new HBO series
Veteran actor John Lithgow has confirmed that he will portray Professor Albus Dumbledore in HBO's forthcoming Harry Potter television series. Lithgow's casting marks a departure from the previous tradition of British actors in the role, as he is American. He expressed both excitement and apprehension about this new endeavor, noting that accepting the role was, "not an easy … [Read more...] about John Lithgow to play Dumbledore in new HBO series
Yoto launches J.K. Rowling’s Hogwarts Library Collection Audiobooks
Yoto is an interactive audio platform for kids and offers a vast catalogue of stories, songs, activities and audiobooks to inspire creative play and learning without a screen. The carefully connected audio players – the Yoto Player and the Yoto Mini - put kids safely in control. No cameras. No microphones. No ads. The company has just announced they signed another deal to … [Read more...] about Yoto launches J.K. Rowling’s Hogwarts Library Collection Audiobooks
Bloomsbury Renews Publishing Agreement with Amazon
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
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’