http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/ en-us 2008-12-04T16:45:00-05:00 An update comes today regarding the ongoing JKR/WB vs. RDR Books trial.  Publisher RDR Books voluntarily withdrew its appeal in the RDR Books vs. WB/JKR case concerning the publication of an unauthorized Harry Potter encyclopedia.  The publisher is working on releasing a version of the book in question that complies with the judge's ruling, which indicated that the original book copied heavily ... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/4/jkrwb-vs-rdr-books-trial-rdr-books-withdraws-appeal An update comes today regarding the ongoing JKR/WB vs. RDR Books trial.  Publisher RDR Books voluntarily withdrew its appeal in the RDR Books vs. WB/JKR case concerning the publication of an unauthorized Harry Potter encyclopedia.  The publisher is working on releasing a version of the book in question that complies with the judge's ruling, which indicated that the original book copied heavily ... Companion Books Edward 2008-12-04T16:45:00-05:00 The first images and reports from the special party held in Edinburgh, Scotland by author J.K. Rowling for the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard are now online. You can see early images here via Getty, while Reuters has some details from a question and answer session at the event. Jo said she was afraid of spiders, just like the character of Ron Weasley. Jo said: "What's funny is, as you ... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/4/report-and-photos-from-jk-rowlings-beedle-the-bard-release-party-in-scotland The first images and reports from the special party held in Edinburgh, Scotland by author J.K. Rowling for the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard are now online. You can see early images here via Getty, while Reuters has some details from a question and answer session at the event. Jo said she was afraid of spiders, just like the character of Ron Weasley. Jo said: "What's funny is, as you ... Books Sue 2008-12-04T15:56:00-05:00 We have more details for you about Friday's live PotterCast, the first live discussion of The Tales of Beedle the Bard, the latest Harry Potter-related book. It is at 6-8 p.m. at Books of Wonder in NYC.We are happy to announce that Cheryl Klein, continuity editor of the Harry Potter books in the US, will be joining us for the festivities and book discussion! (And potentially trouncing John at S... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/4/friday-nyc-beedle-party-details-cheryl-klein-grandpre-artwork-giveaway-and-more We have more details for you about Friday's live PotterCast, the first live discussion of The Tales of Beedle the Bard, the latest Harry Potter-related book. It is at 6-8 p.m. at Books of Wonder in NYC.We are happy to announce that Cheryl Klein, continuity editor of the Harry Potter books in the US, will be joining us for the festivities and book discussion! (And potentially trouncing John at S... Books Melissa 2008-12-04T10:56:00-05:00 Behold, the Bard! The Tales of Beedle the Bard, the new book by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has now officially be released! Last night, some fans were able to attend special midnight release parties, such as those in Edinburgh, Scotland. The Scotsman reports that while the parties were not as large as in years past, fans still dressed as their favorite characters and "enjoyed a Hogwarts-st... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/4/the-tales-of-beedle-the-bard-now-available-early-reviews-now-online Behold, the Bard! The Tales of Beedle the Bard, the new book by Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has now officially be released! Last night, some fans were able to attend special midnight release parties, such as those in Edinburgh, Scotland. The Scotsman reports that while the parties were not as large as in years past, fans still dressed as their favorite characters and "enjoyed a Hogwarts-st... Books Sue 2008-12-04T08:12:00-05:00 As promised, Scholastic has now released video of Arthur Levine, editor of the US editions of the Harry Potter novels,  reading from his handwritten copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling. In the video which you can see here, Arthur reads from the Fountain of Fair Fortune. Enjoy!UPDATE: We now have the video for you to enjoy here in our galleries.  You can see screencaps of Arthur... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/4/arthur-levine-reads-fountain-of-fair-fortune-from-the-tales-of-beedle-the-bard-by-jk-rowling As promised, Scholastic has now released video of Arthur Levine, editor of the US editions of the Harry Potter novels,  reading from his handwritten copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling. In the video which you can see here, Arthur reads from the Fountain of Fair Fortune. Enjoy!UPDATE: We now have the video for you to enjoy here in our galleries.  You can see screencaps of Arthur... Books Sue 2008-12-04T00:11:00-05:00 A second handwritten copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard was unveiled today in Edinburgh, Scotland, this belonging to J.K. Rowling's first editor Barry Cunningham. This copy will be on display at the National Library of Scotland, site of a launch day tea party event being held tomorrow. At the event, Jo will be reading from Beedle and answering questions. You can see a new photo of Mr. Cunning... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/3/new-interview-with-jk-rowlings-first-editor-barry-cunningham A second handwritten copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard was unveiled today in Edinburgh, Scotland, this belonging to J.K. Rowling's first editor Barry Cunningham. This copy will be on display at the National Library of Scotland, site of a launch day tea party event being held tomorrow. At the event, Jo will be reading from Beedle and answering questions. You can see a new photo of Mr. Cunning... Books Sue 2008-12-03T23:21:00-05:00 In our video galleries, and embedded below, is a short wrapup of the conference and events at today's Beedle the Bard unveiling at the New York Public Library, featuring a very invested and enthusiastic Arthur Levine (co-editor of the HP books). That embedded video comes from our PotterCast YouTube channel, to which you should subscribe! Also make sure to check our Leaky Video Galleries daily ... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/3/wrapup-video-from-todays-beedle-event In our video galleries, and embedded below, is a short wrapup of the conference and events at today's Beedle the Bard unveiling at the New York Public Library, featuring a very invested and enthusiastic Arthur Levine (co-editor of the HP books). That embedded video comes from our PotterCast YouTube channel, to which you should subscribe! Also make sure to check our Leaky Video Galleries daily ... Companion Books Melissa 2008-12-03T22:39:00-05:00 Footage from this morning's event at the New York Public Library, unveiling Arthur Levine's copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard, as well as video of the book itself, is now available in our video galleries (thanks to our speedy staff)! More will be added soon.The book, close up.Arthur Levine's speech Q&A with Arthur LevineNew York Public Library President Dr. Paul LeClerc welcomes Arthur Levi... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/3/video-from-nypl-beedle-unveiling Footage from this morning's event at the New York Public Library, unveiling Arthur Levine's copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard, as well as video of the book itself, is now available in our video galleries (thanks to our speedy staff)! More will be added soon.The book, close up.Arthur Levine's speech Q&A with Arthur LevineNew York Public Library President Dr. Paul LeClerc welcomes Arthur Levi... Companion Books Melissa 2008-12-03T15:16:00-05:00 As TLC has reported in previous weeks, a number of the Harry Potter actors have been making the rounds on various TV shows and award ceremonies.  Here now is a brief round-up of their latest appearances.  Firstly, actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) appeared earlier in the week on the Bravo channel's acclaimed program, Inside the Actors Studio.  The first video of Mr. Radcliffe's interview on th... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/3/radcliffe-watson-and-wright-video-appearance-round-up As TLC has reported in previous weeks, a number of the Harry Potter actors have been making the rounds on various TV shows and award ceremonies.  Here now is a brief round-up of their latest appearances.  Firstly, actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) appeared earlier in the week on the Bravo channel's acclaimed program, Inside the Actors Studio.  The first video of Mr. Radcliffe's interview on th... Actor Interviews Edward 2008-12-03T15:03:00-05:00 Today is STANDFast, the day where people around the world, and many of us within the Harry Potter fandom, are giving up small luxuries in order to donate to help protect the women of Darfur and villagers of Burma. It takes three dollars to protect a woman for a month and five to protect an entire family in Eastern Burma. If you were listening to the call last night, you know that today every on... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/3/standing-fast-with-jingle-spells Today is STANDFast, the day where people around the world, and many of us within the Harry Potter fandom, are giving up small luxuries in order to donate to help protect the women of Darfur and villagers of Burma. It takes three dollars to protect a woman for a month and five to protect an entire family in Eastern Burma. If you were listening to the call last night, you know that today every on... Charity Melissa 2008-12-03T12:34:00-05:00 Today, Arthur Levine unveiled his personal handwritten copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard at an event today in New York City. Update: You can now see video courtesy of Scholastic, here in our galleries. Mr. Levine, editor of the US editions of the Harry Potter novels for Scholastic, has generously donated his copy of Beedle written personally by J.K. Rowling  for public display at the New Yor... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/3/personal-copy-of-beedle-unveiled-today-in-nyc-video-of-jkr-reading-from-book-at-exhibit Today, Arthur Levine unveiled his personal handwritten copy of The Tales of Beedle the Bard at an event today in New York City. Update: You can now see video courtesy of Scholastic, here in our galleries. Mr. Levine, editor of the US editions of the Harry Potter novels for Scholastic, has generously donated his copy of Beedle written personally by J.K. Rowling  for public display at the New Yor... Books Sue 2008-12-03T11:21:00-05:00 As the hours grow closer to the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard tonight at Midnight, many fans are anxious for the new set of tales from author J.K.Rowling. Those who have pre-ordered copies of the book have received notices stating the books have indeed shipped. One paper has a photo online of a bookseller sitting next to unopened cartoons of the Beedle books, awaiting their release. T... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/3/8-million-copies-of-beedle-the-bard-due-worldwide-pre-ordered-copies-now-being-shipped As the hours grow closer to the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard tonight at Midnight, many fans are anxious for the new set of tales from author J.K.Rowling. Those who have pre-ordered copies of the book have received notices stating the books have indeed shipped. One paper has a photo online of a bookseller sitting next to unopened cartoons of the Beedle books, awaiting their release. T... Books Sue 2008-12-03T11:14:00-05:00 This Friday, with the release of the latest Harry book, The Tales of Beedle the Bard, PotterCast will do a live event at Books of Wonder in New York City, the city's oldest and largest independent bookstore, which has been celebrating Harry since its debut. We can't wait to see you there to have the first live discussion of the book. The event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. at 18 W 18th Street, New Y... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/2/pottercasts-beedle-release-party-this-friday-in-nyc This Friday, with the release of the latest Harry book, The Tales of Beedle the Bard, PotterCast will do a live event at Books of Wonder in New York City, the city's oldest and largest independent bookstore, which has been celebrating Harry since its debut. We can't wait to see you there to have the first live discussion of the book. The event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. at 18 W 18th Street, New Y... PotterCast Melissa 2008-12-02T18:41:00-05:00 Previously we told you there were to be release parties in the UK for the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard along with a possible shopping event here at some stores in the US. Borders has now issued a press release stating they will be holding special evening parties on December 4 for the release of the new book from J.K. Rowling,  along with providing special holiday discount shopping fo... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/2/us-border-stores-to-hold-beedle-the-bard-parties-december-4 Previously we told you there were to be release parties in the UK for the release of The Tales of Beedle the Bard along with a possible shopping event here at some stores in the US. Borders has now issued a press release stating they will be holding special evening parties on December 4 for the release of the new book from J.K. Rowling,  along with providing special holiday discount shopping fo... Books Sue 2008-12-02T18:40:00-05:00 Tonight at 8:30 p.m. EST, there will be a real-world meeting of Dumbledore's Army courtesy of the HP Alliance. As STANDFast (where we give up one luxury item for the day and donate that money to help people in Darfur and Burma) is tomorrow, we're getting together tonight to talk about the issues and have some fun doing it. You can listen in at 712.432.1001 (use the code 453368027# to get... http://www.the-leaky-cauldron.org/2008/12/2/live-meeting-of-dumbledores-army-tonight Tonight at 8:30 p.m. EST, there will be a real-world meeting of Dumbledore's Army courtesy of the HP Alliance. As STANDFast (where we give up one luxury item for the day and donate that money to help people in Darfur and Burma) is tomorrow, we're getting together tonight to talk about the issues and have some fun doing it. You can listen in at 712.432.1001 (use the code 453368027# to get... Charity Melissa 2008-12-02T17:09:00-05:00