What’s in a Name?: Messrs. Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs
These nicknames stuck with them through thick and thin. So what are the meanings and significance behind Messrs. Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs?
by Emily Lawrence · Published May 19, 2019 · Last modified November 17, 2022
These nicknames stuck with them through thick and thin. So what are the meanings and significance behind Messrs. Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot, and Prongs?
by Brienne Green · Published March 20, 2019 · Last modified February 15, 2023
“Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery” has put you in possession of the Marauder’s Map. Now, prepare to meet its most dubious creator.
The Marauders are some of the most beloved and controversial characters in the “Harry Potter” series. Episode 19 of “Reading, Writing, Rowling” takes an in-depth look at these troublemakers.
Haven’t you ever wondered what your favorite characters would look like in another world? For example, what would happen if the “Harry Potter” characters got dropped into Tolkien’s world, specifically the city of Gondolin?
by Sophia Jenkins · Published August 27, 2018 · Last modified February 28, 2023
Harry is certainly a hero, but sometimes his heroic acts end up causing more harm than good.
by Victor Chan · Published November 10, 2017 · Last modified June 25, 2023
There is nothing from the “Harry Potter” novels to suggest that all Gryffindors have to be morally virtuous people, despite the way J.K. Rowling portrays the House. If we eliminate this expectation, then the argument can be made that Peter Pettigrew was a true Gryffindor.
by Richa Venkatraman · Published November 1, 2017 · Last modified December 31, 2022
On this day in “Potter” history, everything fell to pieces for the Marauders. Let’s take some time today to raise our wands and remember their story. November 1 is the day “Harry Potter” began.
by Richa Venkatraman · Published September 18, 2017 · Last modified December 31, 2022
How did the original Order of the Phoenix fall so hard and so quickly?
Funko has announced a new range of “Harry Potter” figures. Find out who’s included.