When Canon No Longer Matters
What are the effects of retconning on our experience of theorizing about the “Potter” universe?
Category: The Wizard’s Voice
The Meaning of Life According to “Harry Potter” and “Soul”
Both “Harry Potter” and “Soul” explore topics such as fear of the unknown, the dreams that drive us, and the power of choice.
Ten Easter Eggs in the “Harry Potter” Books That You May Have Missed
The “Harry Potter” books are filled with numerous moments of foreshadowing, some more obvious than others. Here are ten.
Will Dumbledore Kill Credence?
Is Credence the love child of Albus Dumbledore and Gellert Grindelwald, and is destroying him the key to destroying the blood pact?
Three Reasons Why “Fantastic Beasts” 3’s Delayed Release Is a Blessing
Here are three reasons why the long wait for “Fantastic Beasts” 3 will be worth it.
J.K. Rowling and the Questions from No One
This article addresses the grossly exaggerated misconception, which has spiraled out of control lately, that J.K. Rowling is guilty of providing fans with excessive, and often retconned, information regarding the wizarding world.
Hogwarts Is Home: Family, Friendship, and Belonging in “Harry Potter”
Harry’s greatest power is the strength that he draws from his friends.
Seven Ways Wizards Think Muggles Are Lesser
The villains in “Harry Potter” and “Fantastic Beasts” clearly believe that wizards are superior to Muggles. However, in the wizarding world, prejudice exists everywhere – even among non-villains.
The Perplexity of Reconciling McGonagall’s Appearance in “Crimes of Grindelwald”
What was McGonagall doing in “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”? Let’s take a look at some of the theories explaining the beloved professor’s appearance in the film.