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JULY 24, 2004 at 10:57 AM
Posted by CHEESER
Source: JKRowling.com via BBC
JK Rowling announced on her web site
this morning that she's expecting a third child, due next year.
"Fingers crossed of course, I don't foresee any baby-related interruptions or delays," she said. "Let me reassure you that book six remains well on track."
The author, who has sold over 260 million Potter books worldwide, said she always wanted three children. "I could not be happier," she added.
Of the recently announced sixth book, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince:
Now, I know that many Harry Potter fans first reaction will be what does this mean for the timing of book six? (I'm not maligning you… I'm sure you're happy for me... but I know you really want that book!) So let me reassure you that book six remains well on track.
I still can't say for sure when it will be finished, but I have written a lot and I really like it (a reckless challenge to fate, that; I bet the next chapter goes horribly wrong now).
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Squib
Points: 199
gryffindor_kat03 says:
Awww. I am excited for her! But something tells me that if she says it won't delay the 6th book then that must mean that it will come out before her baby is born... But I could be completly wrong about my little theory. Although I hope I'm not wrong...
Posted Jul 25, 2004 at 11:52 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 463
DanielzWifey says:
I think its great shes having a baby its cool. im so happy for her. And the fact that the 3rd book wont be delayed because of the baby is even cooler. i cant wait for the next book to come out.
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 12:10 AM EST
Not the Messiah!
Points: 3735
icabarburus says:
Congratulations Jo! May this child bring the happiness the other two have....
I personally can't believe that people are concerned about the timing of the book around her pregnancy.
Even though I would like the sixth book to be released soon, I really don't want her to push herself against people's expectations. If she pushes herself to get it finished rather than let it flow naturally, its likely that some of her charm and style will be lost in the proces....
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 12:26 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1614
hermy-ninny712 says:
Well that's good to know. Congrats on the new bundle of joy JK!
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 12:43 AM EST
Sirius' Princess
Points: 5611
nymphadora84 says:
I read this in the news paper!!!
And unfortunately my first reaction was about book 6...but i reminded myself that i was being selfish!!!
Im happy for her !!! Babies are the most wonderful thing! My kid brother is almost three months old...and he means the world to me!!!
So...my memory is pretty fresh with my mom's pregnancy!!!
And i'll always be there if she needs help ... haha! Shes already got two kids of her own! She doesnt need my help!!
All the best JK!!! and one wish please...get your other baby coming along as well....book 6 i mean....
All our love to you...!
Cheers!
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 6:36 AM EST
Squib
Points: 179
JPA says:
Thats good, at least we know how the 6th book is doing. Congrats JK for ur 3rd child!
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 6:55 AM EST
Witch
Points: 629
Leila Krum says:
Oh that’s great for her, congratulations Jk! I wish you the best for both you and your family.
It’s awesome that book six is well on track, but couldn’t it be a little more faster, he he!
*usagi*
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 7:14 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2474
Leina D. says:
Congratulations! It shouldn't really matter if the book would be delayed does it? Family should always come first.
Congratulations again and again. = )
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 8:23 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 454
crazy4hp says:
Good! but book 6 should not be delayed. Good 4 JK
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 8:36 AM EST
Witch
Points: 838
jade19357 says:
Well Congrats to JK. I really want book six but children are very important to. I am glad she is getting the third child she has always wanted.
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 10:50 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1908
Opera Ghost says:
Babies are always happy news! And I think it's a good omen that she will be finished with book 6 by then, although it may not be on the shelves for months after that. If it were me, I would want to be finished with the writing by the time the baby came. Book 7 should be quick to write, there is no more foundation to lay out for future books. But for book 6, I think 2005 is a pretty certain thing.
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 11:45 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1269
Leira the Hobbit says:
Congratulations to her! I really hope that the book comes out soon anyway. Hope everything goes well for her!
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 1:25 PM EST
Lady of the Rings
Points: 4116
Padfoot4387 says:
Wow! Congratulations to JK Rowling!
I wonder what she meant when she said she'd "written a lot."
That could be interpreted in many ways...
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 1:56 PM EST
Redhead at Heart
Points: 3121
Ms Weasley says:
Congrats to Ms Rowling, her man and the soon to be big brother/sister. Three kids really is a good number, and I'm very happy for her.
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 7:25 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1240
HpDH6786 says:
A third child neat. She's have a trio of kids.
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 7:48 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 13
emma_hot_dan-theman07 says:
WOW! A third one? I hope it doesn't slow it down, but who knows what will happen.
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 8:08 PM EST
Witch
Points: 597
bambee says:
I'm so glad she's having a third child. I wonder what she's goino to name him/her...
Posted Jul 26, 2004 at 9:25 PM EST
Student
Points: 254
Zen says:
Congratulations on your 3rd child Ms. Rowling! My sister just had a little girl back in February, and guess what? Her name is Luna!! Half because of the luna in your books, and also because she was born on a full moon! Thank you for your magical books... You are truly a blessing to this desolate earth.
Posted Jul 27, 2004 at 2:51 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2133
orlandofan says:
Good for her. I wonder if it will be a boy or a girl. Also good that she is still going at the next book I cant wait to read it.
Posted Jul 27, 2004 at 12:50 PM EST
Snape's Worst Memory
Points: 3752
Emma_is_a_goddess says:
Awwww, that's so cool that she's having a third child. I have 3 kids in my family including me. Is it a boy, or girl? Oh wait, they don't find that out for a while now. Anyhoot, good luck with your baby JKR.
Posted Jul 27, 2004 at 4:20 PM EST
Squib
Points: 141
longbottom says:
I bet her new child is the half blood prince who is going to screw up the timeline and push back book 7 another 3 years or so.
Posted Jul 27, 2004 at 4:24 PM EST
Points: 351
~Aurora~ says:
THAT'S GREAT NEWS! Congrats to being a mom to a third child. I just hope she doesn't overe work herself, by trying to take care of her kids, and trying to take care of book six. Don't get me wrong, i really want "prince" to come out asap, but even though she's having a kid, she will HAVE to take somet time off to be a mom. That's great though, cause being a mom is more important, at least i think so. But even if it doesn't affect book six like the pervious post said, it'll probably affect book seven and delay that. At least that's my thoughts
Posted Jul 27, 2004 at 5:48 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2391
HPN4eveRon says:
Thats pretty cool! i am glad she is having three children...she has always wanted three kids...i cant wait for book 6!!!
Posted Jul 27, 2004 at 8:03 PM EST
Witch
Points: 913
Molly the Destroyer says:
Oh! I'm so happy for her! That's so great, and about book 6 too.
Posted Jul 27, 2004 at 11:24 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1847
AngelaVB11 says:
GOOD!!! It better not interfere with the book writing process, because I want the sixth book really bad. Because I live in the US, I'll have to wait longer than the people that live in England!!! Oh well...
Anyhow congratulations!!!
Posted Jul 28, 2004 at 12:31 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1542
Supreme Mugwump says:
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!
SHe must be so happy that her dreams are coming true of having 3 kids. Congratulations again to her, and i'm not extremely fussed if it delays the book. Family should be more important.
Posted Jul 28, 2004 at 1:25 AM EST
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