“Harry Potter” book series listed at No. 6 on “100 great books for kids” list
The “Harry Potter” series has been included on a new list of great books for children. See where it placed on the list here!
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Reading “Harry Potter” helps college students with the classics of literature
A new article reveals that college students who read “Potter” are more prepared to deal with difficult classic literature. The authors of the article praise Rowling for her ability to prime these readers for more difficult texts.
MuggleNet Throwback: JK Rowling donates “Black Family Tree” to Book Aid International
Six years ago, J.K. Rowling made a generous charity donation of a rare piece of “Potter” art. Do you remember who won this auction?
MuggleNet Throwback: JK Rowling completes writing “Deathly Hallows” in Balmoral Hotel
It seems like just yesterday that we received word the the final book in the “Harry Potter” series had been completed. That moment actually occurred five years ago!
MuggleNet Throwback: 5 years ago today the title of the final ‘Potter’ book was revealed
What was the secret behind the locked door? The title to the final Harry Potter book.
Gary Oldman shares what he’s learned over the years: ‘Potter’ is literature
In a new article by Esquire magazine, the 53-year old actor Gary Oldman – who portrayed Sirius Black in the Harry Potter film franchise – shared his thoughts on some of the things he has learned over the years.
MuggleNet Throwback: “Beedle the Bard” goes on sale this week in 2008
Do you remember this exciting event in Harry Potter history? Beedle the Bard went on sale this week back on December 3, 2008.
Update: Sotheby’s auctioning off multiple First Edition “Potter” books
We reported late last night that Sotheby’s auction house in London, UK was going to be auctioning off a very rare, deluxe first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Today, we have received word that this will not be the only magical treasure for a rare Harry Potter book collector to bid on.
Sotheby’s auctioning off rare first edition “Philosopher’s Stone”
In what may be a once in a lifetime opportunity, you can get yourself a copy of a very rare, deluxe first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone…but for a premium! This Sotheby’s sale, which has many rare and diverse manuscripts will be a thrilling one for sure. The book is expected to go for 30,000 – 50,000 pounds (approximately $47,000 – $78,000). Find out what makes this first edition so unique right here!
