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JUNE 26, 2004 at 7:23 PM
Posted by CHEESER
Source: MuggleNet
Note: This has been confirmed by JK Rowling to be a hoax. Click for details.
According to Internet reports, a zealous fan has apparently learned the title of JK Rowling's sixth Harry Potter book.
Posted to an online message board
, the information was supposedly gleaned from a secret area on the author's official site (behind the locked door). The message, written in first person and discussing book six's progress, is dated July 1, which coincides with the expected monthly update of Rowling's site:
01/07/04
Erm... it is perhaps time for me to reveal the title of Book 6! I am nearing completion of the first draft and have definitely decided upon a title. I had numerous possibilities in mind, but as I wrote, I realized that only one did the book justice.
The more clever Potter fans may recognize that the title relates directly to both Order of the Phoenix and Chamber of Secrets. I will be highly amused if one of you can guess exactly what's going on!
On a side note, the length of the book is growing so fast, I could swear Filius has put an Engorgement Charm on it; an editor's nightmare! I promised myself not to exceed the length of Order of the Phoenix, but every day that passes makes that undertaking more difficult. Incidentally, I have much more work ahead.
Alas, the time has come! Here is the reward for you lot that so diligently figured out all the puzzles on the site. If you scroll down to the bottom of this page, I will reveal to you the title of Book 6!
The title of Book 6 is: Harry Potter and the Pillar of Storgé.
Earlier, the "secret area" in question was simply a locked door that led to a book whose pages were filled with lorem ipsum -- filler text that is often used when designers are laying out a page (print or online) so they can better visualize how it will look when finished. Rowling commented about it on her site last month after a hacker found his way in.
Consider Pillar of Storgé an unconfirmed rumor (and keep in mind that "PoS" does not make a very nice acronym). If it's true, however, you might be interested to know the meaning behind "storgé":
From the Greek word storg, pronounced stor'gee (like psyche), in use in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries to mean natural or instinctive affection, usually that of parents for their offspring, but no longer current. (The natural affection of parents for their offspring.)
Update: Check out this great site brimming with everything you could possibly want to know about the whole debacle. MuggleNet also offers up some reasons why this could just be an elaborate, well-executed prank.
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Ravenclaw Ambassador
Points: 3243
Nevar says:
Oh my Gosh! I can't believe somebody even found a clue! It's defenitely better than nothing.I just can't wait to see if the rumor is true or not. Any news is good news when it comesto the 6th book!
Amanda
Posted Jun 26, 2004 at 11:19 PM EST
Student
Points: 239
D.A.and Dobby says:
That sounds like a grat title. There are some questions that i would like to be answered. First, will the young reeders understand the title? Second, Will the 6th book lead off were the 5th book ended? Thirdly, WHEN IS THE RELEASE DATE!? The book im sure is going to be the best one yet i hope that the book will explain more about Harrys relationshio with YOU-KNOW-WHO. And why would someone lye about the title of the 6th book i mean there would be know point. Lastly, the hand writing looked like J.K. so why would she lie.
peace,
Posted Jun 26, 2004 at 11:35 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1415
Genrou says:
'I had numerous possibilities in mind, but as I wrote, I realized that only one did the book justice.'
I almost believed it until I read this line a little more carefully. Really, now, do you think JK Rowling would spell realise with a z?
Posted Jun 26, 2004 at 11:37 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1369
luv4permboy says:
I now want to read the book more and find out how that title coinsides with what goes on in the book.
Posted Jun 26, 2004 at 11:41 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1525
veta says:
Oh cool! Really? I didn't even thought of that!
Nice title! I like it! But got to think about it, what will happen next? Can't guess! But hope it is a better book than all the other books!
Posted Jun 26, 2004 at 11:59 PM EST
Mad Cow Breeder
Points: 8481
Lord Of The Cows says:
I wonder, it may have been Jk who was the presumed hacker, she may have wanted us to think that is the name, who knows..........
Posted Jun 26, 2004 at 11:59 PM EST
Witch
Points: 795
Emma Look Alike says:
the acronym DOES look weird but whop really cares? If this is true it truelly sounds interesting.The pillar of Storge. I could understand why storge is in the title ofcoarse. I hopw well soon know if this is true!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:00 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 327
HPPOA13 says:
Pretty awesome i hope it is true it sure does seem like JKR and it sounds pretty coool i hope it is bigger than the order of the phoenix yay. I hope its true
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:02 AM EST
Witch
Points: 635
JaBean1234 says:
That would be really exciting if that actually is the title of the book. Cause that would mean that not to far away from now it will be out. I can't wait till this next book comes out that way she can start the last one. Its all kinda exciting and sad at the same time.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:06 AM EST
Witch
Points: 606
~*~Marauderette~*~ says:
I really think that this isn't true at all. I mean come on, when has JKR let something out that important. I mean she was even afraid of a camera looking at an envelope with the last chapter of the 7th book in it (her Biography on A&E). I don't know, something just seems a little fishy here. And I think she will sometime soon tell us something. I guess we'll just have to wait.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:12 AM EST
Squib
Points: 149
Radcliffe ;) says:
Harry Potter and the Pillar of Storge? Sounds... weird.. However, it is still unconfirmed.. But i can't wait for the sixth book to be released.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:14 AM EST
Witch
Points: 668
katiemac86 says:
I really hope that this is a bona fide genuine article! i read this on one of the threads in the Great Hall, and it would really cool if it was true! i think that this title makes the book seem like it's goin gto be totlly AMAZING!!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:14 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 408
miss potter says:
hmm.. Confusing I guess that does sound like JKR in the Paragraph...
well i don't really underestand the title SOunds Interesting i am not the "clever" potter fAns so i dun't really know (if thats the 1) but i can't wait for the book two come out.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:22 AM EST
Witch
Points: 707
i_love_tom says:
Thats a strange name for a Harry Potter book. i doubt that it is the real name.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 12:30 AM EST
Unspeakable
Points: 3920
stocco says:
I think this whole Book 6 title thing is a hoax. She wouldn't make a title something that little kids couldn't pronounce. Haha.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 1:07 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1303
wahnaroo22 says:
Well, I believed it at first too, but mugglenet has just posted a bunch of things that explain why its possible the whole thing was fabricated. Arg!! I don't know what to think!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 1:26 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1772
MelancholyMarie says:
Hmm, interesting. A bit strange, maybe, but it seems legitimate to me. Although the acryomym is unfortunate, haha. Well, at least we have something new to debate about. Storge, I like that word. Storge, storge...
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 2:18 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 55
mayhem says:
Thats great and it makes for a great title, for a determinitly great book.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 2:21 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1908
Opera Ghost says:
PoS, that's funny! Reminds me of a new school in the area which was supposed to be named Powderhorn Middle School, until they realised the acronym would be PMS...they decided to change the name, fortunately for those students!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 2:34 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 24
Gryffindor Gurl says:
I was so eager to know about the 6th book . And i just cannot wait for the first of July!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11
222the magic is gonna be unleashed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 2:55 AM EST
Witch
Points: 675
krazie4harrydanfan16 says:
That supposed title of book 6 sounds all a bit dodgy to me. when i first read about it, i was like, "harry potter and the pillar of what?" oh well, all we can do now is wait and see...
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 3:36 AM EST
The Girl Who Lived
Points: 4219
Tacha says:
Hmmm, interesting... I am going to wait for official confirmation though. I'm not sure wheter or not it's the real title or not. It's pretty though to try and guess what JK's brilliant mind comes up with. To be honest I'm more interested in the release date then the title. Can't wait to get my hands on book six!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 4:22 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 27
blondie says:
Dude i hope it is the title!But i don't think it really gives a clue about whats actually in the book....which is a bad thing for me but aren't book titles suppose to give an idea about the book? Oh well hopefully the book will come out soon!!!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 4:29 AM EST
Squib
Points: 151
itsallaboutdan&emma says:
Its certainly different to the titles of the other books but i kinda like it! Im sure that the book will be absolutely fantastic and i cant wait to read it!
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 5:03 AM EST
Witch
Points: 945
The World Is My Own says:
Nope it is totally not her! I can't believe it! I know this becuase in Enlgand, we spell recognise with a S not with a Z! Stupid fake hacker getting our hopes up! I bet he/she is sitting at his computer laughing at us right now :( :Z
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 5:24 AM EST
Harry's Soul-Mate
Points: 3337
Lea says:
Call me naïve, but I BELIEVE IT! --it sounds very much like a possible title to me...
I don't suppose those who don't bother to read all the articles and just keep asking "what does storgé mean??" would ever read these posts, but, just hoping, I'll copy&paste the explanations here:
The Greek language has four words for "love": 1. Agápe In Latin, it is c(h)aritas. As English has the verb "cherish" from this Latin noun, the correct noun in English would be cherishing. It is unselfish love as taught by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount and is summed up by Paul in 1 Corinthians 13. 2. Philía is the love between friends. This Greek word has the idea of emotional love. While Agápe emphasizes the complete giving of love to another person, Philia emphasizes affection, emotion, or fondness one person has for another. 3. Storgé or familial love, especially the love between parents and their children or other close relatives. 4. Éros, which has a pagan sexual sense, a Platonic philosophical sense, and a Christian sense. The basic meaning is attraction. It goes beyond physical attraction and includes embracing, longing, and caring. Information on love in the Greek language from theorderofthephoenix.net, which offers some theories relating to Storgé here, under Topic: Weasleys and Topic: Greek Love.
Posted Jun 27, 2004 at 6:02 AM EST
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