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OCTOBER 10, 2006 at 1:05 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: The Scotsman
It has taken Robert Watt over 10 months, but a plaque has finally been installed
outside the former cafe where JK Rowling famously wrote part of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Ms. Rowling's plaque joins one for Robert Louis Stevenson, author of Treasure Island and one for poet William McGonagall.
Even though Mr. Watt has never read the Harry Potter books he felt that some recognition was needed as to where it all began and approached Ms. Rowling, the council, as well as the owners last year with the idea of trying to create a writer's corner in the city.
The plaque, with a photo of the author simple states:
JK Rowling wrote some of the early chapters of Harry Potter in the rooms on the first floor of this building.
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Witch
Points: 617
lolly_pop says:
Wow, that plaque was well deserved, congratulations JK Rowling!!!!!
Lolly ;-)
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 3:57 PM EST
Witch
Points: 828
Elphaba_Thropp says:
I would be honoured if JK Rowling wrote some of her material in my cafe (Not that I have a cafe)
I'm actually writing a story at the moment and maybe I should write it in my fave cafe. I'd love a plaque.
Bet I give up writing before it's finished but I've got it all planned and It's a great storyline.
Watch out Jo...Not
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 5:31 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 82
Hufflepuff is Love. says:
I do not understand what took Mr Watt so long to put the plaque up.
I would love to go an visit that place.
Maybe it will help me become a better writer.
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 6:21 PM EST
Witch
Points: 852
nejicanspin says:
I believe it 100%. I read a book about her and it does say that she started in a cafe.
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 6:55 PM EST
Squib
Points: 118
*; MaGiC hApPeNs.......;* says:
Hahaha that is too funny !!!!
were has he been ,, if i was him i would of put it up as soon as posable!!
hahaha
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 7:26 PM EST
Student
Points: 297
Hermione_Harry_Luna says:
That's nice I would really like to visit it sometime!!
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 7:58 PM EST
Witch
Points: 566
lupinsgal24 says:
Someone needs to send some books to Mr. Watt. He should at least read them if he's going to use them to advertise.
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 8:49 PM EST
Lupin's Eternal Love
Points: 3090
BlackKatL says:
"that some recognition was needed as to where it all began and approached Ms. Rowling, the council, as well as the owners last year with the idea of trying to create a writer's corner in the city" , Ms. Rowling's plaque joins one for Robert Louis Stevenson, author of Treasure Island and one for poet William McGonagall."
Wow!!! She must be sooooo Proud!!!! Recognition is something she should always have for the wonderful world she has created!!!!
We all Love JKR!!!!!
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 8:58 PM EST
Dragon Rider
Points: 4437
~MalfoyPotter~ says:
Haha.... That little shop must be so proud that many authors wrote great liuterature there!
~MP~
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 10:10 PM EST
Squib
Points: 103
Magina13 says:
I just hope hundereds of people don't go there in hopes of writing something as amazing and J.K's work, because it doesn't matter where you write the story. I guess I mean that people might think sitting there will give them their inspiration. I'm not so sure a "writer's corner" is such a hot idea, but then again, who am I to judge really.
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 10:48 PM EST
Squib
Points: 103
Magina13 says:
Oh yea! And Mr Watt, hello!? Read the books! What in the world is he smokin.....
Posted Oct 12, 2006 at 10:49 PM EST
Wizard
Points: 539
Emma's true fan and lover says:
I agree with what you said cmenges, the Harry Potter series had become famous a long time ago. That Watt fellow should have wanted that plaque a lot earlier, but then again, he's never read any of the books. What a bloke.
I like your avatars Harry_J Potter and beowulf.
Anyway, glad the plaque is finally up.
Posted Oct 13, 2006 at 4:01 AM EST
Dumbledore's Muse
Points: 2959
Alchemical Auror says:
Thats pretty cool...
One thing I liked about travelling the UK and getting to know London was seeing Plaques in random places and reading them.
Posted Oct 13, 2006 at 6:44 AM EST
Witch
Points: 527
daniel_radcliffe_lover736 says:
Why did he not put it up before this especially since the series is almost over now. Well at least she is getting recognition. And did that say he has not read the books, that is just unbelievable and somebody should send him a copy of each to read.
Posted Oct 13, 2006 at 6:50 PM EST
Witch
Points: 693
Marietta Edgecombe says:
That's great! Yeah, I just think that's awesome.
=D
Posted Oct 13, 2006 at 10:26 PM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4399
ILoveHP! says:
The cafeteria's so lucky! But - why just now? Oh well...
Posted Oct 14, 2006 at 7:36 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 526
TheWhiteTombIsEmpty says:
That is awesome!! I wish i could see one! :)
Posted Oct 14, 2006 at 1:03 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1451
leeanne<3ron says:
Wow that must be something reall special outside there...I wouldn't mind visiting it one time it wouldd be another harry potter place i've been to ...
Miley xox
Posted Oct 14, 2006 at 3:10 PM EST
Witch
Points: 538
Dementor Hugger says:
It has taken Robert Watt over 10 months, but a plaque has finally been installed outside the former cafe where JK Rowling famously wrote part of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Ms. Rowling's plaque joins one for Robert Louis Stevenson, author of Treasure Island and one for poet William McGonagall.
NOW this is too funny. IF I had the claim to fame that Harry Potter started here I would have had it reconized BEFORE the third book. MAYBE even before the SECOND book.
Posted Oct 14, 2006 at 5:09 PM EST
Half-Blood Princess
Points: 2875
Katie Bloom says:
Good idea, very good :-)
Katie Bloom
Posted Oct 14, 2006 at 7:46 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1970
Jekca says:
But who is he? Did I miss something...can I go write there? It would be neat to do some NANOWRIMO there or something or other....
Coolness despite me not getting it all.
Thanks!
Posted Oct 14, 2006 at 9:47 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2860
mad_eye muggle says:
Awesome!That is sooooo cool!JK really deserves that.Wish I could have a chance to come to that place and see where's the spot JK sat and wrote parts of the first HP book.That would be a dream come true.
Posted Oct 15, 2006 at 1:36 AM EST
Prof. Alfred W. Mandoore
Points: 2445
JAYSTARR says:
It is about time the places where she wrote are well known.
Posted Oct 15, 2006 at 3:46 PM EST
Auror
(Moderator)
Points: 2484
Since the Start says:
Well it's about time! I'd actually thought that there had already been a plaque for a few years now!
Posted Oct 15, 2006 at 6:02 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2913
Pema says:
That is so cool! I wish that picture was more blown up so I could see the plaque itself though.
Posted Oct 15, 2006 at 7:00 PM EST
Witch
Points: 953
im freeeeeeeeee says:
Thats so cool. I want to go there and see this.
Posted Oct 16, 2006 at 12:52 AM EST
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