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MAY 13, 2005 at 9:38 AM
Posted by CHEESER
Source: JKRowling.com via The Leaky Cauldron
Harry Potter author JK Rowling will read
from her latest book, Half-Blood Prince, at the stroke of midnight July 16, the book's release date, in Edinburgh Castle. It will be broadcast around the world on television and radio, according to CBBC Newsround.
Attending will be 70 "cub" reporters -- from age eight to 16 -- who won competitions from newspapers around the world. Each will receive a signed copy of the book. The event is dubbed the "Harry Potter Children's Press Conference."
The kids will have a chance to read the book in a special room of Edinburgh Castle before visiting with Jo again on Sunday to ask questions ("grill me," Rowling said in her announcement).
Later that weekend, Rowling will be interviewed by Melissa and Emerson, of fan sites The Leaky Cauldron and MuggleNet, respectively. (TLC was also awarded JK Rowling's latest Fan Site Award, so congratulations to them!)
Finally, the FAQ section of Rowling's web site was updated with more questions and answers.
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Lady of Godric's Hollow
Points: 5292
GodricsGirl says:
I wish she would do something like this for her adult fans.
I would relish such an opportunity.
But it is great that she affords the opportunity to her young fans.
Posted May 16, 2005 at 7:20 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 435
Nemesis Chamberlain says:
I just love that JKR does this kind of thing. She seems like just a good person. What an example she is setting. Can't wait to hear how this goes.
Posted May 17, 2005 at 12:42 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 424
potterheadluv says:
Honestly, I could care less about those EXTREMELY lucky children who get to meet, grill, and hear JK read her newest book. I JUST WANT TO SEE it on tv. The Whole experiance too not just a few minutes. I really want to hear her read her own book.
Posted May 17, 2005 at 12:55 AM EST
Witch
Points: 728
Hermione Double says:
That's so cool that she will read from her book.
What radio will have her on it anyway?
One that I can listen in on in the US?
Posted May 17, 2005 at 7:23 AM EST
Witch
Points: 836
jade19357 says:
that is great for the people who won. it would be real cool to get a signed copy of the book. What a memory for those guys!
Posted May 17, 2005 at 10:12 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1658
I luv to play Seeker says:
Wow!! That's awesome!!
I am so jealous of those lucky children, they'll get to really grill JKR, and I am sure no one can do that better than fans.
Posted May 17, 2005 at 11:26 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1937
Deepti says:
Have the kids already won the competition, or is it still open??? *runs off to check out bloomsbury and enter* I am so there!!! (I wish :P)
Posted May 17, 2005 at 3:38 PM EST
Witch
Points: 692
~Remember Snape~ says:
I'm so jelous of those kids they get to read the book then they get to meet J.K. That is wrong. Well I guess that I'll have to just wait outside the store at midnight for the book just to read it.
Posted May 17, 2005 at 6:21 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1688
Woodfan says:
Cool, except for I won't be there. JK should really do an US tour.
Posted May 17, 2005 at 6:42 PM EST
Squib
Points: 175
white_angel says:
I am completely jealous of those little kids, who get to do that. OH! Oh well, I am sure I will get to read the book anyways.
Posted May 17, 2005 at 7:48 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2185
Potterfan5 says:
That is so cool, i didn't know it was going to be on television and radio too!
Hmmm, I am going to be getting my book at midnight, so i might have to miss a little bit of it, but then when i get back i won't want to be spoiled...
Posted May 17, 2005 at 7:48 PM EST
Witch
Points: 741
Auror Tonks says:
Good for her! JKRowling is so kind and charitable.
Posted May 17, 2005 at 8:36 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 475
Slimdoze3316 says:
Wow though kids are really lucky. I wish I could send my nephews to that.
Posted May 18, 2005 at 1:50 AM EST
Squib
Points: 182
hmbrpm1146 says:
I'm really happy for all the kids who get to be there, but I'm still very much jealous. Not that I would be able to speak in the presence of Jo, but to be able to see her and say "Thank you for writing such amazing books," would be unbelievable.
Posted May 18, 2005 at 8:46 AM EST
Squib
Points: 103
purplesky123 says:
rgh..I wish I was there!!! Well everyone thats going might be really happy!!
**kinda jealous**
Posted May 18, 2005 at 5:32 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1542
Supreme Mugwump says:
I hope that that will be broadcasted in Australia,. that would be awesome to hear, especially the questions that will be answered.
Posted May 18, 2005 at 9:49 PM EST
Remus's Werewolf Wife
Points: 7223
Professor Lexi Lupin says:
I know that i've said all my life that I want to live in Washington forever. But I changed my mind! I would do anything to be in England right now!
Posted May 18, 2005 at 11:31 PM EST
Student
Points: 273
Dhemlan says:
I am soooo jealous. It would be amazing to be there for that! Again, there's nothing for the fans that are older that 18...So disappointing. It'd be nice to be included in all the fun. :(
Posted May 19, 2005 at 12:25 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 3
Bookies9 says:
I've entered. Wish me luck! I'll tell you EVERY detail if I win.
Posted May 19, 2005 at 2:18 AM EST
Weasley Garden Faerie
Points: 4481
Tamlynn says:
It kind of seems unfair to all of the US children and other children throughout the world to not have this chance to meet JK especially since they have all bought the books and other miscellaneous merchandise as well.
I can bet there are a lot of upset children that can't enter. :(
Posted May 20, 2005 at 3:52 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1801
FatMike says:
It is so dammned cool. I love Harry Potter and whatever to do with it. I just can't wait for July 16th, please come to us... Sirius is only hidding!
Posted May 20, 2005 at 9:14 AM EST
Witch
Points: 830
darlingnikki says:
Good luck to all of the youngsters who chose to enter. It would be nice if there were some special contests for only ADULT fans of the series! We love it too!
Posted May 20, 2005 at 9:59 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 710
Potter-crazed says:
I think ive already posted a coment but anyway heares another.
Wouldnt it be cool to be the first ones to read signed copies of the book and then get to ask JK questions about it to clear up the blanks that many ask her on the official J.K.R. website? It would be a dream come true!
Posted May 22, 2005 at 5:32 AM EST
Witch
Points: 670
Gryffindor_chick says:
Woah how awesome would it be to be one of those kids? That would be so cool!! Getting a signed copy..interviewing JK..all kinds of stuff!
Posted May 22, 2005 at 1:06 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1711
Hermione II says:
I sure do envy those who can be there! I would love to see Inverness castle, which is part of my ancestor's heritage. I am a desacendant of the Campbell Klan! And to hear the first reading right there! That is just awesome!
Posted May 23, 2005 at 10:58 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 48
XscarfaceX says:
I cant wait to see it.I bet its going to be brillient
Posted May 25, 2005 at 1:20 PM EST
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