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HPP's exclusive Matt Lewis (Neville Longbottom) interview
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Here's the news on everything Harry Potter!
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Beedle the Bard Movie Ideas and Sales
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The LA Times have come out with some ideas on how they think The Tales of Beedle the Bard should be made into a film. Their ideas include making a Potter prequel using Dumbledore's commentary, expanding "The Warlock's Hairy Heart", and to ask J.K. Rowling to write a few more tales for a spin off for an animated TV series. Read how they back up their ideas here.
Also, reports are coming out that Tales has now sold 2,629,000 copies, coming out to more than £4 million in sales with all proceeds going to the Children's High Level Group (CHLG). On news of this, Jo stated, "I am absolutely delighted that so much money has been raised."
"I would like to thank everyone who has so far purchased a copy of the book," she said.
"All royalties will be going to help children without families, many of them with disabilities, whose voices have been unheard for many years." |
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Rumor: WB Wants Beedle the Bard Movie(s)
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Cinema Blend are reporting that Warner Bros wants to make a film (or films) based off the stories in The Tales of Beedle the Bard. They're stating that after the Harry Potter films are done, they don't really have another series, so they're considering making the film(s) based off of Tales.
None of these stories seems to have any connection to the other, which ought to make it difficult for Warners to fit them all into a single film. Could they be planning five movies? That would seem unwise. These are short stories after all, it’s unlikely there’s enough material in any one story to justify a feature film.
There is no confirmation on this, so please consider it a rumor for now.
Thanks to Blog Hogworts. |
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Reports and Photos from Beedle Tea Party
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Some reports and photos are now online from the tea party for The Tales of Beedle the Bard tea party held in Edinburgh in which J.K. Rowling did a reading from the book.
Yahoo! UK is reporting that during her appearance she gave more information on why she decided to write the book.
The idea actually came from you, by which I mean Harry Potter fans," she told the 200 primary school children gathered at Edinburgh's Parliament Hall. "There was quite a lot of high feeling from Harry Potter fans that only someone who had £2 million could afford to read the book. I thought 'fair point', so I thought I'll publish it and then the charity can have that money too."
You can see photos of her at the event in our gallery here (thanks to UHP!).
UPDATE: Mugglenet also have a report. You can see it here. |
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Book Stores Holding Beedle Parties Tonight
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Some book stores are celebrating with readings and parties tonight for the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard.
Borders and Waldenbooks have announced that they'll have parties tonight beginning at 6PM. They're going to have readings from the stories, trivia, art work, and much more!
Some Barnes and Noble stores are also holding parties. If you want to know if your local B&N is holding a party, check here!
I've also added a new forum to everyone to discuss Beedle the Bard. Go here to discuss the book! |
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Update: Beedle the Bard Reviews
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JK Rowling's The Tales of Beedle the Bard is now in stores. A few reviews of the book's stories are now online.
The AP states that the book "shows us Rowling hasn't lost her touch since finishing her series. It's all here — cleverly written stories, little details that add to the enjoyment of readers who spot them, deeper points about the choices people make and their consequences."
The Telegraph's report goes into much more detail about the stories, telling us how, throughout the story, there are numerous notes by Dumbledore. "Those who know their Harry Potter will turn straight to the notes of the final tale, "The Tale of the Three Brothers". Dumbledore mentions that the legend of three brothers who cheated Death and were rewarded with an unbeatable wand, a stone that brings the dead to life and an Invisibility Cloak, might have an element of truth in it. At this point all Potter fans will be shouting out loudly in response."
Times Online have also posted a review. The pared-down language is tinged with antiquity but never patronises. Her gift for finding the perfect name, and the unexpected twist is undimmed. Like Charles Dickens, Rowling has given us a perfect Christmas treat – ideal to slip in any stocking.
The book's Release Tea Party will take place later on today in Edinburgh, with fans and JK Rowling in attendance. |
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Update: Beedle Unveil, Donations, and Levine Interview
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One of the original seven hand-written copies of The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling was unveiled today at the New York City's Humanities and Social Sciences Library. This copy belongs to Scholastic's Arthur Levine, who was the editor for the US editions of the Harry Potter books. It will be on display until January 4th.
As part of the celebration for the release of Beedle the Bard tomorrow, Scholastic is donating at least three copies of the book to each of the 87 public library branches in New York.
UPDATE: A video of JK Rowling and Arthur Levine reading from Beedle the Bard will be online tonight at 12:01AM EST at this link.
Read more to see what Mr. Levine had to say about his book. |
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Scholastic's Beedle Tea Party Winners
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Scholastic have announced the five winners who will get to attend the tea party with J.K. Rowling in Edinburgh for the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard. Each person who entered the contest had to write a 200 words or less essay describing how they have helped others. Each winner will get to bring one adult with them to the event that takes place on December 4th. They winners are...
Olivia
Age 8
FL
Seham
Age 13
CA
Shane
Age 16
TX
Justin
Age 9
GA
Emily
Age 16
PA
Congratulations to all!
Thanks to MN. |
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French Beedle the Bard Contest
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Amazon France are now holding a contest for The Tales of Beedle the Bard. Like the UK contest, they're giving away 10 signed copies of the French Collector's edition of the book. You have to answer five questions in order to enter. The contest ends December 14th. You can go here to try to win.
Thanks to SS and La Gazette du Sorcier. |
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AmazonUK Contest: Win Signed Copy of Beedle the Bard
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Amazon UK have a contest for UK residents to win one of ten signed copies of The Tales of Beedle the Bard by JK Rowling. In order to be eligible, you must pre-order the Collector's edition of the book.
Go here to pre-order your copy and enter the contest! The deadline is on December 2nd. Winners will be chosen randomly.
Thanks to TLC. |
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See Peverell Grave Drawing from Beedle the Bard
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Some scans from the Bulgarian version of The Tales of Beedle the Bard are now online. They include a drawing of Ignotus Peverell's gravestone (located in Godric's Hollow). You may recall that Ignotus was the original owner of the Invisibility Cloak. You can see the scans here.
Thanks to Harry Latino! |
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German Amazon Giving Away Ten Signed Copies of Beedle
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The German Amazon site are holding a contest for ten lucky people to win signed copies of The Tales of Beedle the Bard. In order to win, you have to answer the question of who inherited Dumbledore's book of The Tales of Beedle the Bard in the seventh book. Was it Harry, Ron, or Hermione?
You must be 18 or older to enter. Go enter your answer the question and try to win here.
Thanks to TLC. |
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Sun Contest for Tea with JKR for Beedle the Bard Release
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The Sun have announced a new contest for UK residents aged between 8 and 11 to win a chance to attend the release tea party with J.K. Rowling for the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard. Five lucky winners will win an all-expenses-paid trip to Edinburgh to attend the party along with one accompanying adult each. The party is being held at the National Library of Scotland on December 4th.
Two runners-up will receive a signed collectors’ edition of The Tales Of Beedle The Bard.
Read more to see how you can enter! |
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Photos: Edinburgh Beedle the Bard Contest Begins
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We previously told you of the tea party that JK Rowling will attend to help celebrate the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard on December 4th. Contests are being held for fans to have a chance to attend the event. One of those contests is in Edinburgh. Photos of the contest, which are being advertised in the newspaper, are now online. We have them in our photo gallery (thanks to TLC) here and here.
Profits from the sales of The Tales of Beedle the Bard will go towards The Children's High Level Group (CHLG).
Two of the original hand-written copies of the book will be on display beginning December 4th until January 4th, 2009. One will be at The New York Public Library and the other will be at the National Library of Scotland.
If you haven't do so already, make sure to pre-order your copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard in our Amazon store here! |
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Scholatic Contest: Win a Trip to Rowling Beedle Tea Party
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Scholastic have announced that they are holding a contest in which five lucky people (along with chaperons) can win a trip to the Beedle Tea Party to be held in Edinburgh and where JK Rowling will be reading excerpts from The Tales of Beedle the Bard.
In order to enter, you must write an essay of 200 words or less describing causes you care about and what you've done to make a difference. The contest begins today. You must have your entry submitted by October 30th at 5PM EST. You must be legal resident of the United States with a valid U.S. passport and be between 8-17 years old.
You can find out more information at Scholastic's website here.
Additionally, fans can visit The New York Public Library beginning December 4th until January 4th, 2009, to view one of the JK Rowling's hand written versions of The Tales of Beedle the Bard. This version belongs to Scholastic editor Arthur Levine who has kindly offered to allow the book to be displayed. |
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JK Rowling to Attend Beedle Tea Party on December 4th
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JK Rowling is planning on reading excerpts from The Tales of Beedle the Bard during a tea party to be held at the National Library of Scotland (NLS) on December 4th, the day of the book's release. The party is being hosted by The Children's High Level Group (CHLG). The extracts will be read from one of the original hand written books that Jo made for her previous editor, Barry Cunningham. The book will be on display at the NLS for a month for people to view beginning December 5th until January 4th.
Tickets for the event will be allocated through a random ballot that will run in the Edinburgh Evening News beginning November 5th.
If you are able to attend, please let us know.
If you haven't done so already, you can pre-order your copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard on our Amazon store here! |
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Tales of Beedle the Bard Posters
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Bloomsbury have updated their Tales of Beedle the Bard web site with low and high resolution posters for the book. You can see the low version (both in PDF) here and the high version here (7MB).
You can pre-order Tales of Beedle the Bard in HPP's Amazon store here. The release date is December 2nd.
Thanks to Blog Hogwarts. |
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Scholastic Release The Tales of Beedle The Bard Summary
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We previously reported that Scholastic had announced The Tales of Beedle the Bard would be available for public sale December 4. Scholastic have now released a short summary regarding the book. Proceeds from The Tales of Beedle the Bard will go directly to Children's High Level Group, a charity which J.K. Rowling co-founded. You can read an excerpt from the information released below.
The stories are accompanied by delightful pen-and-ink illustrations by Ms. Rowling herself, featuring a still-life frontispiece for each one. Professor Dumbledore’s commentary—apparently written some eighteen months before his death—reveals not just his vast knowledge of Wizarding lore, but also more of his personal qualities: his sense of humor, his courage, his pride in his abilities, and his hard-won wisdom.
Never before have Muggles been privy to these richly imaginative tales: “The Wizard and the Hopping Pot,” “The Fountain of Fair Fortune,” “The Warlock’s Hairy Heart,” “Babbitty Rabbitty and Her Cackling Stump,” and of course, “The Tale of the Three Brothers.”
Click here to read the full summary! |
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