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Rowling discusses last 'Potter' book, deaths Popular (70515)

JUNE 26, 2006 at 1:24 PM

Posted by GERI
Source: News Tip


JK Rowling appeared on the Richard & Judy Show in the UK, and had a few things to say that may interest fans.

Some highlights from the show:

  • Book 7 is NOT finished but she is well into it
  • The final chapter for book 7 has changed slightly - two more people have died than she originally planned and one other person has got a reprieve
  • Jo first wrote the final chapter in 1990
  • She has regretted writing some parts where she may have boxed herself in, earlier in the series
  • Jo says Ron is generally more popular than Harry -- remembers seeing an unofficial poll on a fansite reflecting this

You can read the rest of the highlights hereopens in new window courtesy of SnitchSeeker, but since they seem to be having server issues, here they are for now:

  • She would be willing to kill Harry in order to prevent future authors from writing sequels
  • She was in denial of her fame for the first three books, shocked when the press made slight reference to Potter
  • Jo mentioned she is indeed wealthy, but many stats are falsely reported
  • Jessica, her daughter, is often pestered at school for upcoming book titles, plot details, etc.
  • Jo has written half of another children's book in her spare time
  • Her boggart would be that of Mrs. Weasley's: her children dead
  • She made up the rules for quidditch in 30 minutes after a fight with her ex-boyfriend

UPDATE: You can see some screencaps of the video hereopens in new window courtesy of MNopens in new window. Reuters also has an articleopens in new window online with some direct quotes.

UPDATE II: You can now watchopens in new window the video of Jo's appearance on the show, thanks to Ciaran from MuggleNet.

UPDATE III: Transcripts are now available hereopens in new window and hereopens in new window.

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Orchid
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Orchid says:

Oh, how long does it take to write that book? It's about time it was being proof read and sent to the printers by now. Don't know if I can wait another year.

Ignorant interviewers are the worst, how difficult is it to do some background research before you have someone like JK on the show?

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 4:15 AM EST



marcjosef
Student
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marcjosef says:

Nerve cracking interview... heww...!!!! it is very sad that two people will die..

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 4:44 AM EST



iMnOtInSaNe
Squib
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iMnOtInSaNe says:

It's good to finally hear some news, that's for sure! I knew that she'd be killing off a few characters; it's the last book in the series and it's the way writers usually work. Some characters just need to die aka Snape, Malfoy, Voldemort. I'm resigned to the worst, personally.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 4:49 AM EST



PhantomFingers
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PhantomFingers says:

How cool!! I was so sorry I forgot it was on, I would have recorded it, oh well we'll see the book for ourselves soon, I reckon she's almost finished it and the publicity is starting...wahoo!!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 7:33 AM EST



Prof. Andaxia Moonstar
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Prof. Andaxia Moonstar says:

I first heard about the deaths and reprieve on the radio this morning, so of course had to hunt down the transcript. Wow! That's all I can say. Two more deaths . . . things aren't looking good for the trio. I wonder who got the reprieve though. It is going to be even harder to wait for Book 7 now with this knowledge. And I really hope she doesn't kill off Harry!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 8:20 AM EST



Nataly
Auror
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Nataly says:

Wow! Videos? Pictures? Screencaps!? I have been away for 2 days and oh yes! an't wait to see those perfect pictures!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 8:45 AM EST



Corvis
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Corvis says:

Argh, that just raises so many more questions! I feel bad for her daughter though, poor thing. I bet kids have loads of questions for her. I didn't want to think she'd actually kill potter though, but I can understand why.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 9:14 AM EST



Ben_benny
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Ben_benny says:

I wish the 2 people who'll die would be voldmort and Snape or any evil chaatacter,i don't want any of the good ones to die.and most of all....PLEASE J.K.Rowlling do NOT let HARRY DIE PLEEEEASE!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 9:42 AM EST



RIP_Sirus_and_Dumbledore
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RIP_Sirus_and_Dumbledore says:

How awesome..
I'm going to go read the transcripts though
video's always mess up on my computer
I'm so excited about this book!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 9:49 AM EST



leeanne<3ron
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leeanne<3ron says:

Aww ! i can't believe my sister ! She deleted aload of stuff on my phone including the reminder to watch it !!!!!!!
Well at least i knew i could rely on Trusty hpana to have some news on it !I really hope it's not ron harry or hermoine tat dies..But i think it will be one of them :-(
Hope she spills some more beans next time (if).
Leeanne xox

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 10:28 AM EST



HPfan2002
Muggle
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HPfan2002 says:

I hope she dosen't kill Harry!!!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 11:26 AM EST



ILuvHarryDiggoryKrum
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ILuvHarryDiggoryKrum says:

I SAW IT
I SAW IT...
it was a really good interview.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 11:39 AM EST



x-Adorkable-x
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x-Adorkable-x says:

I hope it's Hermione. xD But not Ron. And I don't know about Harry, but Voldy will definately die. If he doesn't the story will kinda drag on. -_-

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 11:46 AM EST



GeeMessy
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GeeMessy says:

I just cannot believe she actually revealed two deaths are coming. I just do not think I can deal with the anticipation and it is a long wait. Ron more popular than Harry? Seriously?

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 12:25 PM EST



lunalovegood94
Squib
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lunalovegood94 says:

oh my god i cant believe that I missed that!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 1:10 PM EST



HarrySiriusly
Witch
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HarrySiriusly says:

I love finding out new information on the books! Too bad that two more people die than planned originaly planned. But Way to go for Jo! Book 7 is coming along!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 1:25 PM EST



*Gryffindor_Beauty*
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*Gryffindor_Beauty* says:

o my gosh I seriously cant wait until it comes out! 2 more people dead. Well in my point of view it could be anyone.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 1:27 PM EST



Draco'z Devil
Witch
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Draco'z Devil says:

OK. that's a lot to take in at once. I found the one about her making quiddich rules after a fight with her ex quite interesting.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 1:43 PM EST



snapelupinfan
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snapelupinfan says:

Nanne Dhieve , ~Draco&Hermione~ , not*so*sweet*strawberry :

Thank you for your help! Now I'm curious about the repieve.

I finally saw the video. It was very interesting. Hope she is going to give us some more information, just to speculate about...

I wonder how many dead people she has in the end as she has two more deaths right now. Hope there is anyone left...

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 2:07 PM EST



Natalia Flamel
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Natalia Flamel says:

I hate her!! I hate her!!! I can't believe it she changed everything!!!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 3:13 PM EST



Tinker.belle
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Tinker.belle says:

Thats was quite an interesting interview.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 3:14 PM EST



*EmmA_WannABe*
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*EmmA_WannABe* says:

I cant wait till it comes out so we can finally know everything that happens!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 3:16 PM EST



Thestral Eyes
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Thestral Eyes says:

I wounder how many deaths she had origionaly before she decided to add 2 more *ponders* I hope there's a lot, would be more realistic with a war going on.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 4:03 PM EST



Elphaba_Thropp
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Elphaba_Thropp says:

I was sure she was going to reveal a release date or title but i guess we have to wait a little longer!

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 5:04 PM EST



Scales
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Scales says:

oh my fred and george, how many more character will die? I don't want anyone else to go. I love them all too much. And if Harry dies... well-*sniff*-I'll die with him.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 5:40 PM EST



Weasleyismyking!/R/Hrfrv
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Weasleyismyking!/R/Hrfrv says:

I still believe Harry won't die and neither Ron nor Hermione or Ginny will. I defenitely will cross my fingers for Lupin.However I believe more people from the Order will they , it's more realistic as they are adults,but, any of the children can die as well and that would bring more real life drama too.I am a little bit shocked of the comment Jo made about "willing to kill Harry off", thats not going to stop people from writing.And if she does kill Harry off....or any of the Trio....Im going to cry with my best friend over the phone wondering why God WHY?>!?!?! Harry had to die or any of them and that will defenitely add to my depression because the end of the series that I've been obsessed about since 11.

Posted Jun 28, 2006 at 10:20 PM EST



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