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Australian kids love the 'Potter' books 
MARCH 19, 2008 at 7:52 AM
Posted by GERI
Source: HPANA
For the second time in three years the Harry Potter books have been voted
in the top spot in Angus & Robertson's Top 50 book poll.
The poll, taken by kids aged from five to 17 were given a month to vote online, in store and through their schools for their all-time favourite books, with the Roald Dahl stories, in second place.
Dave Fenlon, the book retailer’s group operating officer said of the results:
This poll proves that kids' tastes change rapidly and significantly when it comes to their favourite books but when they find characters that they connect with, kids are really committed to a whole series.
The number of books that have been, or are being made into films is also high. It is extraordinarily positive that books and movies together fuel kids' literacy and passions for stories.
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Wizard
Points: 691
Mr. Harry James Potter says:
Of Course All Kids love Harry Potter I've loved Harry Potter for 10 years.
Posted Mar 21, 2008 at 1:06 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2349
Hecate3fold says:
There's no doubt about the universal appeal of the world of Hogwarts.
I'm sure Harry and his friends will stay on top for a long time to come.
Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Mar 21, 2008 at 10:08 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1984
JAYSTARR says:
Brilliant...that the books has gotten so far.
Posted Mar 23, 2008 at 12:32 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1043
Herminone Potter says:
It just shows the power of Harry potter, being able to be world wide, through any number of languages and still be one of the most popular things to read. Go JK for writing such a great story!
Posted Mar 24, 2008 at 12:43 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2084
Happy Pancakes says:
Woohoo!
Harry Potter is the best.. And as an Aussie I definitely would vote it number one
Posted Mar 25, 2008 at 5:00 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 77
elfyears18 says:
No comment there. Hahahaha.
Thank you to J.K. Rowling for making
it ALL possible!!!!!!!! =]]
<3333 xxxx
Posted Mar 25, 2008 at 11:53 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1655
hufflepuff_babe says:
If they had asked me I defiantly would have said Harry Potter was my favorite book. There is no contest that this is an truly amazing series!
Posted Mar 25, 2008 at 2:58 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1509
snaily says:
Well, all I can say is that I didn't find that bit surprising! Yay for HP! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
Posted Mar 26, 2008 at 11:46 AM EST
Witch
Points: 620
Hermison says:
Who doesn't love the Potter books!
It is sad to see that the seven books are out!
Posted Mar 30, 2008 at 9:32 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2507
Mystique says:
Well i always knew Australians were smart! but really, kids all over the world lover harry potter.
Posted Apr 12, 2008 at 9:49 PM EST
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