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Scholastic & Raincoast announce winners of JK's 'Open Book Tour' sweepstakes 
OCTOBER 2, 2007 at 7:27 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: The Leaky Cauldron
We previously told you of the public schools that would be participating in J.K. Rowling's 'Open Book Tour,' we can now let you know that Scholastic have posted
their sweepstakes results of fans from the U.S. who will attend an evening with J.K. Rowling at Carnegie Hall on Friday, October 19th at 7 pm.
Canadian publishers, Raincoast, have also published their list of attendees who meet the author at the Winter Garden Theatre in Toronto on October 23rd at 10 am.
At both events Rowling will read from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, answer questions from her fans and sign complimentary copies of the final book for every fan in attendance.
If you are attending either event please send us your memories and I hope to see you at Carnegie Hall on Friday, October 19th.
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Professor
Points: 1005
HP_obsessor says:
nooo!! I checked everyday and they said that they are "currently calling people." I'm so upset you don't even know. If anyone doesn't think they like Harry Potter as much as I do, could you sell it to me or give it to me or something?? I really want to go. I'm soo sad that I didn't get chosen
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 7:36 PM EST
Witch
Points: 614
Harry_Hermoine_Fanz says:
Aww those that can go are lucky! Hope they have fun!
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 7:44 PM EST
Obliviator
(Moderator)
Points: 8190
Prof. Dish says:
So, I'm not on that list, but I definitely won...very interesting...should I be concerned? I think I've bugged Scholastic enough with all my questions about the paperwork!!
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 7:49 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2445
hbluvhp says:
Of course I will not be one of the attendees, I never win anything. But I can't wait to hear what it was like though. Have a wonderful time if you won!! What an amazing experience that will be! Wow!
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 7:50 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 354
capella_black says:
HP_obsessor, the tickets are non-transferable. Or were you talking about the autographed book?
I do get to go and it still feels completely unreal to me, even though I've had almost two weeks to get used to the idea. I think if it really hit me that I was going to see her, I would just explode on the spot, hehe.
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 7:53 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1005
HP_obsessor says:
capella_black - You don't know how lucky you are. I hope you have fun :)
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 8:14 PM EST
Prefect
Points: 392
svd2793 says:
Congrats to everyone who won!
I entered as often as was allowed but didn't win. :(
I hope you have a great time!
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 9:13 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4397
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
That's so cool! I wish I could go! That would be awesome!
~Drish~
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 9:25 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8072
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Should be a lot of fun. Really gald to see that all ages are represented. I love the one that is 77. Well done.
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 9:25 PM EST
Seer
Points: 15207
Brittany Radcliffe says:
I like dont even want to look at who won because it will just make me upset that I cant even go to this thing in the first place...
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 10:14 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 25342
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
Congrats peeps!!!!!
I didnt win...and I am sooo sad....because it has been my dream for 10 years to see/meet JKR.
and now I never will...
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 10:23 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1419
~Hermione says:
I would have loved to go but I didn't win a ticket.
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 10:26 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1533
~Harry's true love~ says:
Lucky lucky people! AHHH, why can't I live in LA??? This is lame, I know if my school would ever get picked I would the administration would totally pick me since I'm the supper fan of Harry Potter in that school :( Oh well, another time.
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 10:28 PM EST
Snape's Woman
(Moderator)
Points: 5274
Prof. Andaxia Moonstar says:
This is something I REALLY would have liked to attended, as meeting Jo has been a dream of mine for seven years. She has been such an influence and role model on me, and given me the courage to pursue writing my own books. I submitted my name for the contest, but unfortunately was not selected. I offer many congratulations to those lucky enough to attend, and hope to see lots of pictures and written synopses from the event. Hopefully, another occasion like this will happen in the U.S. for more fans to get to meet her.
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 10:49 PM EST
Prof. of Cultural Literacy
Points: 4179
PowerGranger says:
Congratulations to all the lucky winners! I am not surprised to see that a few HPANA members have come forward as winners already. Please send in a report on the event so that we can all live vicariously through you!
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 10:51 PM EST
Lady of the Rings
Points: 4041
Padfoot4387 says:
The only comfort I get in knowing that I'm not going to that exciting event is being able to at least hear about JK's responses to questions. I can't wait to hear more about the HP books - the backstory and stuff.
Posted Oct 2, 2007 at 10:56 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3038
HufflepuffActress says:
I can at least take heart that one of my Hufflepuff buddies gets to go. ;)
Alisha aka Prof. Dish.
I really wish I would have won though.
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 1:39 AM EST
Auror
Points: 3038
HufflepuffActress says:
So I tried to look at the list of the winners and I just got directed to different pages that did not list the winners. I would just be interested to know some of the names.
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 1:51 AM EST
Witch
Points: 814
star chaser says:
Congrats to the lucky winners. I would love to go, it would be amazing to meet Jo & hear what she has to say.
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 2:22 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1583
Bright Eyes says:
Aw, and it's right near my birthday! If only I could go overseas and see JKR, t'would be a wonderful birthday present!
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 3:19 AM EST
Dark Angel
Points: 8013
Edward Cullen says:
Man, i wish i can go :(
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 4:48 AM EST
Malfoy by Nature
Points: 12439
WickeDraco says:
I'd give almost anything to attend one of those fairs. It'd be magical having JK actually reading one of the books. Music to my hears.
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 7:09 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 4th Class
Points: 1336
SiriusFan says:
Congratulations to all those who won. I, too, was really pleased to see a wide range in age groups being selected. I really think that's the fairest thing to do seeing how Jo's fan base really is the most diverse, at least in my opinion. What a great event at a terrific location, and how luck you all are. I'm really glad some HPANA members are going that way the rest of us know we'll get honest, accurate reports on what happened and what it was like. Please do share with the rest us, won't you?
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 7:28 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2036
Nataly says:
Lucky those who will meet the author at the Winter Garden Theatre in Toronto next October 23rd!! Have fun everyone :)
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 8:45 AM EST
Mistress of Music
Points: 8528
ViolaNut says:
Baaaaaaaaaah, I lose again! :-P I was so hoping to add a third British author to my "list" for this year, but alas, apparently even filling in the entry form with a quill won't do it. Congrats to the winners, and don't forget to share!
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 9:00 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1542
Feelin' Felix Felicis says:
Well I guess congratulations is in order for the lucky people who won. I just wish I was one of them. :-(
Posted Oct 3, 2007 at 10:17 AM EST
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