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FEBRUARY 5, 2007 at 1:09 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: Sharewatch via Yahoo! News
According to a lawyer for JK Rowling there are currently no plans for an e-book version
of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows to be published on July 21, 2007.
Ms. Rowling has previously stated on her web site that only authorized versions of her books are available via print or audio and this helps with the "growing incidents of piracy."
You may remember that in January 2005 we mentioned a site that was offering electronic versions of all six Harry Potter books, the sixth months before it was even published, so please be aware of sites that offer e-book versions of the series -- they don't exist.
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Witch
Points: 896
QueenOfAmouraq says:
That makes total sense. There are way too many pirates out that, and it's not fair that they make money off of someone else's work. JK Rowling is a smart lady!
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:02 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1945
Carrie Weasley says:
I'm glad she turned the proposal down. HP e-books would be a horrible idea.
I personally hope e-books never get popular. I love reading books on paper, anything else just wouldn't feel right. If e-books ever turned into the new mp3, I'd be quite angry.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:09 PM EST
Witch
Points: 781
deathlyhallows says:
Good for her. I'd already read that article, but still. I think it's much more fun to actually read the books, it's kind of exciting to turn the pages by hand and feel the weight of the words in your palm.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:20 PM EST
Goddess of the Moon
Points: 10680
dee_dee says:
I don't know how people can read books on their computer... it is so much better having a paper version that you can read wherever you want...
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:23 PM EST
The Dark Knight
Points: 5789
minister for magic says:
I'm not even sure what an "e-book" is.
I presume it is books that are downloadable online.
I would rather have a har copy of Harry Potter.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:26 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1234
Krum says:
Gooooooooood i cant stand e-books because they ruin books. I was told the ending of HBP through an email of someone who read the e-book this made me soo angry.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:32 PM EST
Witch
Points: 852
nejicanspin says:
I forgot what an e-book is, but if I could guess then I would say it would be for an i-Pod I'm assuming then.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:37 PM EST
Head Boy
Points: 415
Ben_benny says:
Ha!I didn't know people can read it on the net,but a wise discision from J.K.Rowlling,it's really bad for the eyes,tiring,and not as fun as reading the book on your bed!:D
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:39 PM EST
Princess of Anime
Points: 7539
Allenoray Mozart says:
E-books are stupid anyway. XP
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:42 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1237
HeadmistressMcGonagall says:
Piracy sucks.
Unless your Johnny Depp.
HeadmistressMcGonagall
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:44 PM EST
Witch
Points: 640
Melian Potter says:
Who could read such long books from a PC screen?
I wouldn´t, my eyes would probably fell off if I tried. Ha ha!
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:49 PM EST
Witch
Points: 870
caraMEL_penguin says:
You guys are the best... Thanks for keeping us updated on all the frauds that come out and stuff... sometimes extreme fans will do anything for something they love. <3333
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 3:51 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2079
kermittounette says:
I've read one the last time there was a book coming out (HBP) and oh my good I kept it just to see that there was major differences between the e book and the book, so i'm not trying to search for a version that time!
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 4:06 PM EST
Witch
Points: 940
witch_pirate says:
No biggie. I wouldn't want to read an e-book anyways. I dont see the point in it. Makes sense that they aren't making one. There are way too many people out there thinking they can get off cheap and not buy the book. If you like something support it and actually buy it.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 4:09 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8934
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
No real surprise on this. My guess is that it will take years before they let it out in that format. Too much opportunity for it to be distributed improperly.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 4:16 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1218
hermygrangergirl says:
They should make an ebook, in my opinion, of the book, for international fans. They are quite convenient.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 4:27 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1218
hermygrangergirl says:
Oh and adding onto my argument, e-books save the trees. Isn't there some way to make the e-book pages un-downloadable or un-printable or watermarked or something to avoid piracy?
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 4:32 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1255
TheSeventhHorcrux says:
That figures. I would much rather read it in paper-real-book-format (did that make any sense???) than online. Either way, I can't wait to get my hands on that book!!! Accio Deathly Hallows!!!!
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 4:44 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 79
placidepink says:
I agree with Jo...her decision was good. Having a hard cover in your hands is so much more satisfying than scrolling down on a computer screen. Computer screens are also wicked hard on your eyes.
Reading from the book also encourages kids to pick up a book for the fun of reading rather then spending even more time on the computer.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 4:47 PM EST
Witch
Points: 953
im freeeeeeeeee says:
I didnt even know about this till now...
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 5:05 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2563
School Governor says:
I do not think that an E book would be a good idea, as it would be open to copyright abuse. I would much prefer to have a proper thick book in my hand anyway.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 5:06 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2438
MsKrum says:
I'm looking forward to the REAL book...*goes to calendaar to count down the days*
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 5:07 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1251
padfoot'sgirl says:
I kinda think it is a good idea for it not to be in an e-book. It is important to get people to just sit down with a good book and have a read. Not to mention that spending so much time reading in front of the computer really hurts your eyes and back ect..
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 5:20 PM EST
Muggle
Points: 60
Mugglenerd says:
I agree, there is so much mainia about the books that they could be forged and lessen the entegraty of the real books. Harry Potter deserves to remain in paper.
GO J.K.!!!!!! YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 5:23 PM EST
Student
Points: 209
yugi900098 says:
I hate E-books...my eyes always hurt after reading the first page. Good for Jo for not allowing the E-books.
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 5:26 PM EST
Points: 329
Garet Jax says:
I am a little surprised at how miss-informed people are regarding ebooks. Yes, you can read them on the computer, but I agree that would be uncomfortable. There are numerous ebook devices available that are about the size of a paperback or smaller. I have ebook software on my pda and am able to carry numerous books around with me at once, including all 6 HP books. (I have also purchased each title in hard cover and two in audio – so don’t get your knickers in a knot!) I agree nothing is like putting my feet up in the recliner with a book, but it is also great when I am stuck at an airport to be able to read an old favorite.
In my opinion, JKR is missing an important outlet and revenue. I will order the hardcover book and most likely will have completed it on the 07/21/07 and I guarantee on 07/23/07, if not sooner, I will be able to google it and download an electronic version. I would gladly pay for a legitimate ebook copy if available, in addition to the hard cover.
GJ
Posted Feb 5, 2007 at 5:27 PM EST
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