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AUGUST 1, 2006 at 12:53 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: Various
Earlier this morning, Harry Potter author JK Rowling attended
a press conference ahead of her charity reading with Stephen King and John Irving. At the press conference Ms. Rowling commented that she will have to go through a bereavement process when finished writing the last book in the series.
On the one hand, I am going to feel sad. Harry's been an enormous part of my life and it's been a turbulent phase of my life and he was always the constant.
So there will be a sense of bereavement.
But there will also be a sense of liberation because there are pressures involved in writing something as popular.
Wonderful though it's been, I think that there will also be a certain freedom in escaping that particular part of writing Harry Potter.
When asked about the two deaths that she previously mentioned, Ms. Rowling said:
I guess some people will loathe it, some people will love it.
You can now see pictures here from the event.
Meanwhile, John Irving and Stephen King urged Ms. Rowling not to kill of Harry off in the last installment, but Rowling made no promises.
UPDATE: Veritaserum has posted the full audio of the press conference.
UPDATE II: Video of the press conference can be seen here.
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Witch
Points: 755
Sm7 says:
Hmmm, interesting. I'm not usre if I'd care if he lived or dies. But hopefully Sirius miraculusly(sp?) comes back to life. I <3 Sirius Black!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 5:48 PM EST
Squib
Points: 142
Marry Me Dan! says:
Made no promises? Made no promises? WHAT IS THAT SUPPOSED TO MEAN? *sobs hysterically* please dont kill harry...
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 5:51 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1826
snapelupinfan says:
I guess some people will loathe it, some people will love it
It is just a miracle how such a platitude like this sentence can start so many discussions, it is something only JKR can achieve.
There are a lot of possibilities, but it seems that Snape and Draco are the most obvious choices. A lot of people love them, a lot of people hate them....
But these deaths were only additional deaths, so I don't think that she refers to either Harry or Voldemort....
GIVE US BOOK 7!!!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 5:53 PM EST
Custodian of Miracles
Points: 3264
MadamDumbledore says:
Ms. Rowling commented that she will have to go through a bereavement process when finished writing the last book in the series.
I think that we will all be grieving when we turn that last page. What a strange moment that will be.
I also think that Snape is doomed!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 5:59 PM EST
Student
Points: 292
Heartless says:
What?! If she kills Harry, her fan base is going to be as empty as Death Valley on a cold day in June when the snow don't fall.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 6:08 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1345
Dracos_Gurl13 says:
Oh my gosh! I am so glad that my beloved Stephen King does not want Harry to die even though he is a twisted and genious soul. Yeah, that sounds wicked but it's life. I really hope that it's not people I love but it most likely will be won't it? Life sucks.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 6:09 PM EST
The Faerie Queene
Points: 3277
merri maven says:
I hope that she doesn't kill Harry!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 6:16 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3656
Anastasia Popovick says:
You go John Irving and Stephen King!!! I hope JK heeds their urging not to kill off Harry!
I understand JK's bereavement...we shall also go through a similiar process as the last book is released. We shall miss the excitement of wondering what is next.
I feel excitment mounting as we get closer to the last book and next movie. I can't wait but I also don't want it to end too soon either. A catch 22, I guess...
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 6:22 PM EST
The Quibbler Poet
Points: 7054
.:Wicked T:. says:
It sounds like she killed off Harry Potter! But it could also mean that she will be sad this is the last book! G-d wish I was there!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 6:30 PM EST
Witch
Points: 893
Divadancer4life says:
I have to agree iam sad it is the end and DON"T kill harry please!!!!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 6:42 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2351
Skitch says:
Thank you Stephen King and John Irving. Maybe if everyone keeps telling her not to, she won't kill our Harry. Ooh, and thanks ever so much to Veritaserum for the audio. *Heads off to listen*
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 7:12 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1437
allilau says:
It's a really crucial crunch time now! JKR has even such distinguished authors as King and Irving, here's hoping tha she heeds their advice. At least this is some news on how JKR and the book are coming along.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 7:18 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1104
Ravenclaw Tower Dude says:
I hope she gives away some good information! That would be just what we need-actually I'd rather know the title.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 7:38 PM EST
Squib
Points: 159
MissHermioneGranger says:
I always try to interpret JK's answers when she is questioned about Harry's fate. Sometimes I get the sense that Harry will live, sometimes that he will die. She is very deceiving!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 7:40 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 53
Moody's Mad-Eye says:
I can see how see would be sort of releived to have this all over.
I'm glad that some good questions were asked.
That was defently something that I would have LOVED to attend. Oh well.
Sounds like it was tons-o-fun!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 7:44 PM EST
Student
Points: 241
medea_smyke says:
Hehehe! I love that she had Stephen King and Irving urging her not to kill off Harry. It must have been a lot of fun.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 7:59 PM EST
Lady of Hufflepuff
(Moderator)
Points: 10343
Lady Lee says:
Well if I was her, I'd be sad as well. Harry has indeed been a large part of her life as well as our lives. I will miss Harry after the last book/movie are out. And although I hope she allows him to live, I think she's going to kill him off just so no one will be able to urge her to write another Harry Potter book.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 8:11 PM EST
Witch
Points: 527
daniel_radcliffe_lover736 says:
I better love what she has in stock for this last book because, well i just want harry to be alive.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 8:17 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1976
AncientJoy says:
I'm beginning to think that she really loves to torture us!! I, like so many, really hope that Jo does not kill off Harry... and to be in such great company as John Irving and Stephen King! However, JK has always been her own woman... and only time will tell for sure!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 8:45 PM EST
Witch
Points: 566
lupinsgal24 says:
Well, she'll have company mourning since we'll all be there with her. I can't believe it's coming down to the last book. What will there be to look forward to after that??
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:05 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2621
hbluvhp says:
I hope I am one of the fans that loves the outcome of the last book... I'm starting to get really nervous about what'll happen. Please don't die Harry!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:08 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1255
TheSeventhHorcrux says:
It's true that it will be sad when Harry comes to an end, but on the other hand, everything will finally be answered, so in a way, it's a bittersweet thing. I wish I could be at the reading.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:21 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1161
Potter_girl says:
I got a little apprehensive when she said that some people will loathe it and some will love it, I certainly hope I will be in the people who love it group! I, along with King and Irving, really hope Harry doesn't die and I think that it's fantasic that King and Irving are fans of Harry and Jo as they are great writers themselves.
I will also be sad when the series is over because there will be no more books to look forward to! Knowing that it's over! = ( I'm too used to waiting and being excited for a new book, I don't want it to stop! = )
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:22 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2079
kermittounette says:
Her argument here is making me believe that someone like Snape will die... If some are happy with a death, that would not be a character like Hermione or Ron, but I can't think about another dying person... Neville? There's just too much answers into that last book!
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:25 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1492
Catty Kate says:
yupp that is it I believe Harry will die. *cries* Some will loath it and some will love it? well that sounds like she is killing part of the trio. Everyone (well almost everyone) loves the trio and if they die some will be very angry.
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:27 PM EST
Harry's Mental Advisor
Points: 19432
Smileyradcliffe says:
WOW!
just wonder what all was said
:)
Posted Aug 1, 2006 at 9:39 PM EST
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