J.K. Rowling

HISTORY AND HAGGIS

Genteel Edinburgh would never want to boast — but its tea, scones and palatial history is every bit as enthralling as London's — and can be had for a fraction of the price and at a much more leisurely pace.

powered by

Harvard, Yale play Quidditch

Hogwarts could have some competition. This fall, Harvard joined the ranks of more than 200 universities that play "Quidditch", a fictional sport concocted by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. Team co-founders include Stacy...

powered by

The Mormon queen of the damned

If you have even the most fleeting acquaintance with a prepubescent girl, chances are you've heard about the film of New Moon , the second in Stephenie Meyer's bestselling quartet of vampire novels.At a "stars meet the fans"...

powered by

Eight reasons ebook readers could fail

Amazon, Sony and Plastic Logic could lose their deposits Published: 15:07 GMT, 20 November 09 The Nook e-reader will debut on 30 November at Barnes & Noble stores, joining several new electronic reading devices hitting the...

powered by

'New Moon' Sets New Box-Office Record For Midnight Screenings

Thursday night's $26.3 million take breaks record set by 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.' by Larry Carroll "New Moon" poster ( Summit Entertainment ) Bella is filled with confusion as Edward leaves her, Jacob Black...

powered by

New Moon opening night: From Britain to China, fans are going crazy

New Moon opening night is bringing out the fan base – largely teen girls – around the globe. It's no mystery that the "Twilight" series has been the teen publishing phenomenon of recent times, prompting comparisons to Harry...

powered by

Wizarding World sneak peek from HBP DVD online

Daily Motion has online the full Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park sneak peek that is included on the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD. Clocking in at close to 12 minutes, the feature includes interviews with...

powered by

EAST Interview: Audrey Lopata Makes Anything Possible

"Dilemma" by Audrey Lopata; pen and ink with acrylic East Austin Studio Tour Saturday, November 21 - Sunday, November 22 Various Venues ( Austin ) Free, Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm [ info ] Taking her cues from the "anything...

powered by

It's tough being a giant among the tiny Smurfs of Hollywood

When I first met Richard Gere, it was all I could do not to point and laugh, reveals Celia Walden. The stars of Hollywood are often Lilliputian in size Photo: Getty Earlier this week, I was sent to interview the woman whose...

powered by

Poof! Museum's a magic Potter-ville

Penn Museum will present "Harry Potter and the Magical Muggle Museum," a wizardry event for families, on Sunday. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., children and adults can enjoy an extravaganza designed for Harry Potter fans, magic...

powered by
1 2 3 4 5 next »