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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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The Keeper of Time
Points: 2604
krisie says:
That's really cool. I think it is a great idea . Now people will always remember who she was. I would like to go there one day.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 7:54 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4651
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
That's amazing! When I go to England I will have to see that! :D
~Drish~
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 8:07 PM EST
Student
Points: 209
yugi900098 says:
I wonder if she chose McGonnagal off of that other guys name.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 8:10 PM EST
Witch
Points: 894
darkside rocker says:
That was really nice of him.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 8:11 PM EST
Witch
Points: 754
Griselda Marchbanks says:
That's a really cool idea. I'd like to see it one day.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 8:32 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 377
Michelle&Felicis:) says:
10 MONTHS! Well! that's a very long time..
and the plaque is SO small!! I would've installed a HUGE GOLDEN one with HUGER lights of different colours l.Ol!!
Oh well... at least the plaques there.
Thanks
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 8:48 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 27754
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
YAY!
That is exciting!
I would love to go and take a picture of it...hehe
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 9:07 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2079
kermittounette says:
Hey that is something. Jo if you want to write into my house i'll make one too! I would be glad to ask all my questions about book 7 and the serie in general.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 9:11 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2465
undisputed760 says:
Can you imagine her trying to write a book somewhere public now? Aint gonna happen haha.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 9:15 PM EST
Hogwarts Founder
Points: 3481
Godric Gryffindor says:
That's great for JKR, she totally deserves that kind of credit.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 9:15 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 459
hjgfan1 says:
Small but significant. I kinda thought it would be bigger.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 9:18 PM EST
Ravenclaw Ambassador
Points: 3243
Nevar says:
That's really cool of that guy. He must realize that a billionare started her career in that building.
I think that's sweet, and I'd love to see it someday.
N
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 9:30 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2351
Skitch says:
I like that they allowed him to stake a claim in the Harry Potter fame. It was his cafe, and I think they should have named a coffee after Harry. I'd go there just to try it. :)
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 9:36 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1841
Remmy4193 says:
That was really nice of Mr. Watt! Although i think he should probly take some time to read at least the first Harry Potter book if he can.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 10:00 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3651
Saint Hedwig says:
Hey mod, you made an error: it should be simply, not simple.
That cafe must be swarming with tourists by now.
~
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 10:04 PM EST
Witch
Points: 651
Therin Ennui says:
I have no more than I did before, but now I've got all that I need.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:01 PM EST
Witch
Points: 639
Harry(the 4th champion) says:
Thats soooo nice of the owner to do that!!!!!
That coffee shop is going to become really famouse!!!!!
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:18 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 462
DJan says:
Hey that is so thoughtfull, I think J.K has the best idea for writers corner,afterall its a brith place of HP.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:20 PM EST
Witch
Points: 852
WitOfHermione says:
I would push for a plaque too if I were him. Imagine how much business will increase. People will literally probably travel just to see this.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:42 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2945
Ariana Dumbledore says:
She definitely deserves the credit. And it's not going to hurt their business either.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:51 PM EST
Head Girl
Points: 409
BritishNinnies says:
Aw, that's amazing. That's such a cool way to be remembered. I'm glad J.K. Rowling is getting something like that.
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:51 PM EST
Student
Points: 289
Eirene Bellatrix says:
I REALLY want to visit the cafe!
It's where it all began...
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:54 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1237
HeadmistressMcGonagall says:
It should read:
JK Rowling, (literary genius) wrote the first few chapters of one of the best pieces of literary work of our time, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. Mrs. Rowling has gone on to be one of the most well published Authors of her time. She has inspired countless children to become better readers, and have more vivid imaginations, and belive that all things are possible.
HeadmistressMcGonagall
Posted Oct 10, 2006 at 11:57 PM EST
Witch
Points: 914
hp-luver says:
Wow! That's really cool. You have to give the guy credit for wanting to be known.
Posted Oct 11, 2006 at 12:08 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2011
brenpotterfans says:
What an honor. She just keeps getting honored for all her wonderful work. She is so deserving of all she gets. Many more awards and honors to her.
Posted Oct 11, 2006 at 1:06 AM EST
Squib
Points: 162
mumof5wizards says:
Well Done! This certainly is inspirational to all new and upcoming talented writers out there. J K Rowling certainly deserves this recognition.
Posted Oct 11, 2006 at 1:09 AM EST
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