Voldy Named One of Top 10 Literary Villains

According to an article in the Scotsman (online) Voldemort has been named one of the top ten literary villains of all time by Penguin book readers, placing at number six. Among these devious character is the White Witch from The Chronicles of Narnia, at number one, as well as a few Roald Dahl characters. 

Rebecca Wilkie says:

"A good villain is larger than life and does thing we would never dare, and usually get their comeuppance in the end."

Harry Potter Sells 1.9 Million Hardcover Copies

According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal Online, JK Rowling has sold 1.9 million hardcover copies of Harry Potter, which is only a fraction of Deathly Hallows total sales. 

The series is mentioned in the article along with other best sellers, including the novel Twilight by Stephenie Meyer. 

To check out the article entitled "The Triumph of the Readers" click here.

Trailer Appears in Front of "Inkheart"

You've all seen this trailer before, but here's something big. According to OrlandoSentinel.com this trailer is going to appear in front of Inkheart. It's also been in front of Twilight, another book gone big screen. So if you want to see the trailer in HD again, check out Inkheart.

New JKR Videos

We have some new videos of JKR at the Beedle Launch "tea party" of 200+ students. You can see these videos at the Bloomsbury Website! There are 4 videos: J.K. Rowling discusses The Tales of Beedle the Bard, J.K. Rowling at The Tales of Beedle the Bard launch, J.K. Rowling signs The Tales of Beedle the Bard at launch, and J.K. Rowling reads from The Tales of Beedle the Bard.

Vander Ark at Book Signing

Freep.com has reported that Steve Vander Ark, webmaster of the Harry Potter Lexicon, and author of an HP guide called the Lexicon was spotted at a book signing today. 

As you know, he was involved in a lawsuit with WB and JK Rowling when he tried to publish his book, which is sort of like a encyclopedia, the judge ruled his book couldn't be published unless it had more original content. 

And here he is today, with his new book. Click here for more.

We Got The Funke!

Cornelia Funke, author of Inkheart, has said "that she admires fellow author J.K. Rowling's ability to use visual imagery rather than realistic descriptions to help readers of all ages understand difficult topics." 

Hurray!!! Inkheart is soon to be a major motion picture. See Cornelia's website here.

Harry Potter Can't Sing!

JKR's agent has issued a comment saying "there are no plans for a Harry Potter musical" You can see this here.

Dan wouldn't approve either... 

"I (Dan) have heard things, but it wouldn't have my blessing."

Scientists have created their own Invisibility Cloak!

Inspired by Harry Potter, scientists have created thier own Invisibility Cloak that warps the path of micowaves. Scientist say that mabye in a few years everyone may be able to own thier own "Invisibilty Cloak". To learn more click here.

"Bold and Beautiful" Emma

TeenVogue.com is still talking about Emma! This time they are talking about her Burberry outfit!

She's all about the fashion...

New Episodes Online Now!!!

Yes, that's right! New Episodes. Two! a SiriuslyMini and a regular podcast. Both have special guest stars from certain series... So listen by going on iTunes, checking the podcast player above, or heading to our podcast site. Go! Right now! You're not still reading this are you?

Ron's Heart Necklace

Looking for that perfect gift for you Harry Potter obsessed Valentine? Or just looking for some movie collectables? Well here the thing for you! 

Ron's Heart Necklace is being sold at the Official Harry Potter Store for 79.99 free of shipping. This necklace is also the one Lavender gives to Ron in book 6, but just a bit modified. But if this Valentine is something special this is the gift for her/him.

Doesn't Rupert look adorable in that picture?

Rupert in "Cherrybomb"

New pictures have been released from Rupert Grint's (Ron) new movie, Cherrybomb. Here's one, no two! Wait, three! Huh? Four! Yes, four pictures! Cherrybomb has been confirmed to show at the Berlin Film Festival next month. 

(Hint: Two pictures may look the same, but there is portrait, then landscape.)

Rowling Headed to Inauguration

The Scotsman has reported that JK Rowling is expected to receive an invite to be one of 500 exclusive guests to be invited to President-Elect Obama's inauguration gala (party), January 20.

Obama has admitted to reading Harry Potter to his two daughters, Sasha, 7, and Malia, 10. Both have become big fans of the series that has captured so many (including me).

At the end of the article, there was also a mention of "Harry Potter the Musical". Rowling's literary agent has dismissed the rumor. 

Included was a comment by Dan Radcliffe who says, "I have heard things, but it wouldn't have my blessing."

I've actually got a friend going to the inauguration (I envy her) but hey! Maybe she'll get me JK Rowling's autograph if she sees her!

High Res Pic of Harry and Dumbledore

Yes, that's right! High resolution, featuring Dumbledore (Michael Gambon) and Harry (Dan Radcliffe). Gambon actually looks Dumbledore-ish! 

Hopefully in HBP he won't try to strangle Harry...

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Dan on the Tube!

Tune in to NBC at 12:35 (check your local listings for more info) to see Dan Radcliffe on Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Check the site for details!

Quibbler Thought- 1/11/09

Since no one has responded to any of the previous Quibbler Thoughts (of the week). I'm putting this weeks on the site! Let's see how it works out. 

So the Quibbler Thought is a segment on the show where we come up with a totally outrageous question that is most worthy of the Quibbler. Then I ask you to send in your thoughts. Here's this week's:

If a (Twilight) vampire were to bite a witch/wizard, would that affect their magical abilities, or would it even work at all, considering the fact your magical power come from your blood/genetics?

Yep, these are to really get your brain working. Have any ideas or thoughts? Send them into me at siriusly.nargles@gmail.com or just post a comment! Siriusly people, contact us.

-Begging you to let us know you're listening,

Divya

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TWIP 1/11 - 1/17

Tue 1/13 ~ Mass Breakout from Azkaban (1996)

Thurs 1/15 ~ Educational Decree #26 appears in school (teachers not allowed to give information beyond lessons) (1996)