Finished reading Deathly Hallows? What's a Harry Potter fan to do next?
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Finishing the book doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to Harry!
Wotcher! I'm a huge fan of the Harry Potter series, and now that I've zoomed through Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, I'm a little sad that there won't be a Year 8 at Hogwarts! I've decided to share some ideas about what to do next, for all the fans out there who are missing Harry, Ron, Hermione, Ginny, and the whole gang!
Whether you'll be taking up a new hobby to get over the end of the story, or starting a new book, or just catching up on laundry, here is a place to gather and share ideas and thoughts on life with and without Harry Potter. Need to shop for Potter costumes and stuff? Stop by my little shop on Diagon Alley.
NOTE: Some sections of this page may contain information about what happens in Deathly Hallows. Sections that may contain spoilers are near the bottom of the page. If you don't want to know, don't read the sections marked SPOILER ALERT. I don't want to receive any howlers about ruining any surprises. Thanks.
Contents at a Glance
- July 31, 2008: The Tales of Beedle the Bard available for pre-order!
- Tell the truth: Did you cry?
- What to read after Deathly Hallows?
July 31, 2008: The Tales of Beedle the Bard available for pre-order!
First of all, Happy Birthday to JK Rowling and Harry Potter! I raise my butterbeer to you both!
I found out today that The Tales of Beedle the Bard is available for pre-order! These Tales were referenced in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, and now you can actually buy the collection. The tales have been compared to Aesop's fables and the stories of the Brothers Grimm. Enjoy!
I found out today that The Tales of Beedle the Bard is available for pre-order! These Tales were referenced in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, and now you can actually buy the collection. The tales have been compared to Aesop's fables and the stories of the Brothers Grimm. Enjoy!
Tell the truth: Did you cry?
Be honest; you're among friends!
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was a very intense, emotional story. Author JK Rowling admits that she cried and cried after finishing the book, and that chapter 34 was especially emotional for her. What about you?
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What to read after Deathly Hallows?
you might want to give these books a try!
I am a die-hard Harry Potter fan, but there are some other great stories out there as well. If you're looking for something to read now that you've finished at Hogwarts, here are some recommendations. If you have other suggestions, please add your comment to the guestbook at the bottom of this page. Thank you!
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More of what to read after Harry Potter
The Xanth books, by Piers Anthony, are a good introduction to fantasy novels. They are fairly light and humorous, and there are lots of volumes to keep a Harry Potter fan busy until the next movie comes out!
More books to read after Harry Potter...
Eoin Colfer describes his book, Artemis Fowl, as "Die Hard with fairies." Fans of Artemis Fowl enjoy the thrilling high-tech weaponry, witty dialogue, and James Bond style adventure.
More suggestions for post-Potter reading!
Thanks to tandemonimom for suggesting the Fablehaven books!
What did Daniel Radcliffe do after finishing Deathly Hallows?
an excerpt from an EW interview
What did you do when you finished reading Deathly Hallows?I was in a car at the time. I had my iPod in, and I was listening to Sigur Rós. I don't know if you know them. They're a band who do sort of instrumental music, but it's just amazing. I think they're from Scandinavia somewhere. They've got an album called Takk...I was listening to, and it's very, very appropriate [for the end of Deathly Hallows]. I was listening to it and I remember I was sort of turned away from everybody else in the car, just so I could be in my own little world when I read it. What did I do when I finished? I think I just put the book down and carried on listening to the music. Just looked out of the car window, 'cause I couldn't think of what else to do. I'm still struggling to really take it in. It doesn't leave you in a hurry.
July 26, 2007: Rowling will write more about Harry and friends!
the Epilogue was made vague on purpose
I was so happy to read today that JK Rowling will be giving us more information on Harry and the others! She explained that it was her intention to make the Epilogue rather vague, as though you were viewing the scene through a fog. Without giving anything away here, the information she has long guarded about plots and particulars is now shared generously. She plans to write an encyclopedia on the characters from the books, including what the survivors do in the years after the conclusion of Deathly Hallows, and I can hardly wait! Thank you, Jo! Of course, I expect she'll take a nice long vacation before beginning that project, and she should. She deserves it! Brew your own Butterbeer!
come up with your own perfect brew
Experiment with these ingredients to find just the right brew for you! A nip of butterbeer now and then will help keep you in the Hogwarts mood.Step One: Start with Cream Soda
Step Two: Add some butterscotch flavor
Torani Butterscotch Syrup
Torani Butter Rum Syrup - Italian Syrup 750ml - 25.4oz
Butterscotch Pure Cane Syrup
Stirling Gourmet Butterscotch Coffee Flavoring Syrup
Butter Rum Coffee Flavoring, 1/3 oz.
I have had a hard time finding butterscotch syrup or extract at the grocery store, so I came up with a tasty combination on my own. Use a can of cream soda, and about 1/4 teaspoon each of butter flavoring, vanilla flavoring, and rum flavoring (adjust to your preference). I like my butterbeer cold, so I put it on ice, and YUM!
Printable butterbeer labels
Some generous Potter fan has made these butterbeer labels with some clever Photoshop work. Now you can make your brew look authentic with these labels from The Three Broomsticks and Hog's Head Tavern. Print and paste butterbeer labels!
Try cooking up some of your own Hogwarts recipes
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to drink pumpkin juice? Curious about treacle tarts and butterbeer? Here is a wonderful little collection of recipes, in case you don't have a house elf, Honeyduke's or Three Broomsticks near you.Treacle tarts
Treacle Fudge
Pumpkin Pasties
Butterbeer
Pumpkin Juice
Curious about treacle? You can get it here!
most of us in the US have never seen it
Maybe those of you who are world travelers, or live in a city with a great international grocery, or are natives of the UK, have tried all kinds of treacle delights. For the rest of us, we can get our treacle (light or dark, apparently, and even pudding) here. Harry Potter and friends enjoyed treacle tarts and fudge, so it must be quite sweet.
What should you do after you finish reading Deathly Hallows?
Personally, I didn't really want to read the book so quickly, because I was trying to savor every page. However, I was so excited about what was happening, and looking forward to more action and having my questions answered, I just couldn't put it down, and finished it in just a few days! After being completely immersed in pre-Potter anticipation before July 21, and then buried in the book for hours while I devoured the last installment of the saga, I came up for air and looked around for something else to hold my attention. My daily chores are pretty mundane, so help me out and share some of your post-Potter plans and ambitions.
Start reading the Harry Potter series again
Because I just can't get enough, and maybe I'll notice more in the early books now that I know how it ends.4 points
Write a thank you note to JK Rowling
J. K. Rowling
c/o Scholastic Inc.
555 Broadway
New York, NY 10012
or
J. K. Rowling
c/o Bloomsbury Publishing
38 Soho Square
London
W1V 5DF
UK2 points
Write your own version of what happens after Deathly Hallows
Fill in the 19 years between the big finale and the Epilogue, and share with other fans right here!2 points
Have a Harry Potter party
Invite all of your fellow Potterheads for a marathon movie party. Wear costumes, snack on Bertie Botts and butterbeer, and watch all the DVDs in a row.2 points
Read "The Tales of Beedle the Bard"
It's coming! The fairy tales book for little wizards and witches is coming!2 points
Start reading The Lord of the Rings
This fantasy classic is always awesome!1 point
Laundry
Because there is a never-ending supply of dirty clothes around here.0 points
Wash dishes
Because you can't ignore the kitchen for three days without consequences.0 points
Go see Order of the Phoenix (again)
Maybe splurge and see it in IMAX, or go in costume!0 points
Read the Twilight Saga!
The only book popular enough to knock Harry Potter off the charts!0 points
When is the Half-Blood Prince movie? I can hardly wait!
is there a patience potion?
November 21, 2008. It seems like a very long wait. To help pass the time until then, I plan to re-read HBP. And of course, see Order of the Phoenix again. That way, I'll be completely refreshed on the story leading up to the film.I'll also probably obsess over every little detail that comes out in the press, and drive my family crazy talking about the story, characters, and everything else.
Of course, I'll eat lots of chocolate frogs. Bertie Botts are good too, but I just can't eat those bogey, vomit, and dirt flavors...
Get in character with a Harry Potter costume, for Halloween or any time
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August 20, 2007: JK Rowling is at it again
writing, that is...
Great news for fans of JK Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series. She has been spotted in cafes around Edinburgh, Scotland, where she lives, working on a new detective novel. She promises to do what she did with Harry, which is to write what she really wants to write. I say, if it works for her, it works for me! Vote for your favorite Harry Potter character!
It's hard to decide who is the most important or most interesting supporting character in the Harry Potter series. What do you think?
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You know you'll want to read them all again!
get all the Harry Potter books for your personal library
If you don't already have your own Harry Potter book collection, or if you've been waiting until the last one comes out to buy them all, here is a good place to start. Do you already own the whole series? Why not get another fan started and give the gift of reading!
Visit Hogwarts on vacation!
Did you know that there is a real castle in England that was used as the exterior of Hogwarts in the movies? It is Alnwick Castle, and you can visit it in person!
Share and vote for your favorite Harry Potter sites
Where do you go for a Harry Potter fix? Help build this list of the best Muggle-friendly Harry Potter links.
The Leaky Cauldron - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (book 7), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (movie 5) news, images, videos, podcast and more
The best and most comprehensive news and info, the more...1 point
Harry Potter - The Official Site
The Official Harry Potter Website offers content, more...0 points
J.K.Rowling Official Site - Harry Potter and more
Official site about the author and the Harry Potte more...0 points
MuggleNet | The ULTIMATE Harry Potter Site - Harry Potter and the ...
The number one source for everything Harry Potter! more...0 points
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
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More links that you might find interesting
In an effort to make myself stop moping over the end of the Harry Potter series, I'm making this list of other things that I find interesting. These may or may not be related to Harry and his friends, but sometimes it's refreshing to try something new and different!
- Official Lord of the Rings site
- The Lord of the Rings Movies: Trailers, Pictures, Wallpaper, Swords, Pics, Film Exclusives, Characters, Screensaver, Desktop Theme, Art, Downloads and News.
- Pumpkin Nook : Pumpkin Recipes and Halloween Recipes Galore!
- Pumpkin Nook's cookbook has pumpkin recipes, Halloween recipes, Halloween party food ideas, Thanksgiving recipes and more. There's Recipes Galore!
- Welcome to Alnwick Castle - Where History Lives
- Alnwick Castle, stunning medieval castle in Northumberland featured in the Harry Potter movies.
- Exclusive: Finished 'Potter'? Rowling tells what happens next
- Author J.K. Rowling tells TODAY in an exclusive interview many more details about her beloved characters and the fate of the wizarding world beyond the few clues provided in the seventh book's epilogue.
- Rowling regret: Never told mom about 'Potter' - Wild about Harry - MSNBC.com
- Author J.K. Rowling tells TODAY in an exclusive interview that although she had started writing the Harry Potter books before her mother's death from MS, she never told her about them. But the event had a profound effect on the series.
- Daniel Radcliffe: My take on ''Deathly Hallows'' - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
- The on-screen Harry Potter reveals his thoughts about J.K. Rowling's book, including what shocked him, what theories he saw confirmed, and what he did when he finished it.
- The official website of British actress Emma Watson
- Emma Watson's official website.
- Daniel Radcliffe has signed on for the final two Harry Potter films
- Daniel Radcliffe has signed a $50 million deal to star in the final two Harry Potter films.
- Move over Hermione - there are three new girls vying for Harry Potter's attentions
- Article about Harry Potter's first kiss with Cho Chang, and about his developing relationship with Ginny Weasley.
- Your ''Hallows'' questions, answered! SPOILERS
- Still stumped after finishing the final book? We tackle some nagging queries.
- The Official Tom Felton Website - Surrey Life Profile
- Harry Potter's rival is not such a bad boy at home.
- BonnieWrightOnline.com Your Best Online Source For Everything Bonnie.
- A dedicated fansite to Bonnie Wright aka Ginny Weasley from the Harry Potter movie series. We have The latest Bonnie Wright news, photos, info, exclusive photos, and fanmade videos all here at BonnieWrightOnline.com
- EvannaLYNCH.net | Your #1 Evanna Source
- The most active and up-to-date fansite on the net for Evanna Lynch, the actress who was cast to play Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter films.
- J.K.Rowling Official Site - Harry Potter and more
- Jump aboard the Hogwart Express to come on a fantastic adventure at the official JK Rowling Website. See what's on my desk. Read all about me, JK Rowling, and what inspired and still inspires the Harry Potter series. Read the very latest news. See what the latest rumours are and get all the gossip.
- Rowling Writing Detective Novel
- Harry Potter author JK Rowling has been spotted working on a new novel!
- Printable butterbeer labels - free
- Some generous Harry Potter fan has designed these fabulous labels you can print out and paste to your own bottles of butterbeer.
- The Noble Collection Catalog
- Harry Potter collectibles, including wands, pendants, rings, and even a time-turner.
- Harry Potter - Halloween Costume Idea
- Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume, dress up like Harry Potter!
- Robert Pattinson
- Described by Twilight author Stephenie Meyer as one of the few people who can look both dangerous and beautiful, Robert Pattinson captured hearts of Harry Potter fans as the young wizard, Cedric Diggory. Learn more about Pattinson here!
What are Harry, Ron, and Hermione doing after Deathly Hallows?
by hmsweaver
SPOILER ALERT * DON'T READ THIS IF YOU DON'T WANT TO KNOW!In an interview with Meredith Vieira, JK Rowling filled in some of the blanks about what Harry, Ron, and Hermione are doing after the Battle of Hogwarts.
Harry and Ron have revolutionized and cleaned up the Auror Department at the Ministry of Magic, and Harry Potter is now the department head. They have put an end to the corruption in the Ministry, and now enjoy fulfilling, successful careers there.
Hermione, despite having scoffed at the possibility of becoming a lawyer earlier, is rather high up in the Department for Magical Law Enforcement. Her intelligence, combined with the practical experience gained while fighting against the Dark Arts in her youth, are put to good use in her career.
Harry and Ginny are married, and their children are attending Hogwarts. Harry seems to be enjoying the beautiful family life that he never had as a child. Their children are named after people who were important in their lives; James (after Harry's father), Albus Severus (after Albus Dumbledore and Severus Snape), and Lily (after Harry's mother).
Teddy Lupin, son of Remus Lupin and Nymphadora Tonks, seems to be almost part of the Potter family, visiting for dinner four times a week. Despite the loss of his parents while just an infant, he has grown into a perfectly normal, happy person. As the kids board the Hogwarts Express, he is seen snogging Victoire Weasley, daughter of Bill and Fleur.
Ron and Hermione are also married, and have two children; Rose and Hugo.
Draco Malfoy is married and has a son, Scorpius. It seems that although he owes his life to Harry, he has not become a great friend. Perhaps the Malfoys changed their dark ways after Voldemort's defeat?
Finally, Jo wanted to emphasize the importance of the fact that Harry's scar no longer bothers him. It is still on his forehead, but it's just a scar. Voldemort will not be returning, and "All is well."
The Language of Harry Potter's World: it's fun to read, and it's fun to say
by hmsweaver
One of the things I like best about JK Rowling's writing throughout the Harry Potter series is the language she uses in creating and describing the wizarding world.From the rather mundane-sounding "Muggle," to the very chewy and descriptive "bludger," to the many fanciful spells and incantations, such as "alohomora," and "levicorpus," the reader is treated to a wonderful variety of textures and sounds. I am grateful to Rowling for these verbal treats.
Reading and speaking words and phrases like "quidditch pitch," "horcrux," "legilimency," "bubotuber pus," "snargaluff," and "Dumbledore," add another dimension to the tales of Harry Potter. These unfamiliar words, while whimsical, also give a feeling of realness to the fictional things they name.
And besides the literary purposes served by these new and unusual words, they are just plain fun! Thanks Jo!
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- arncyn arncyn Oct 16, 2009 @ 6:28 am
- I just love this lens - 5* from me, and like you I've also been wondering what to read/look forward to now that the series is over! I read all of Twilight and liked the first 2 books but I have to say that I still keep going back to Harry & the gang. JK Rowling is a genius.
I hope you can also check out my lens about where to get Harry Potterific merchandise & memorabilia. http://www.squidoo.com/potterheadsunite
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- mosaic mosaic Aug 1, 2008 @ 10:08 am
- Well, the answer is clear now. The Tales of Beedle the Bard will be released later this year. I'm so excited I made a lens on it. In fact, I'm lensrolling this lens onto it and adding it to my list of featured lenses....
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- tandemonimom tandemonimom Jul 27, 2008 @ 1:28 pm
- Wotcher! When HP7 arrived, I sat down and finished it in one sitting, finishing up around 3:30 am. Went to bed, woke up, and read it again, taking a few breaks this time - finished in under two days, but caught a few things I had missed the first read, LOL! This is a fantastic lens - I hadn't heard that JK was writing an encyclopedia, I'm chuffed! You've got some great "after" suggestions on here, though I've read most of them, but I didn't see Fablehaven - HIGHLY recommended! 5 stars & faved!
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- nevilleandeveryothercharacterfan nevilleandeveryothercharacterfan Jul 20, 2008 @ 8:11 pm
- hey everybody man i jut read deathly hallows again and i just can't get over it
no pressure on j.k but i hope that encyclopedia comes out soon, i love the magical world and everyday wish to be part of it. Man if only i could sit with j.k in one room with the seven books i would ask her a 1000 questions atleast.
And here's some advice people why not just right every question you've ever wanted to ask j.k maybe if ur lucky and i mean really lucky u can look back at them and ask her.
But this blog is a tribute to j.k and all her work she really thought her story through and the wonderful thing is that she made one of the best endings you could think off all though i wanted to know a little more but the encyclopedia will give me that so thanks j.k ur a real legend.
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- Sybdey Sybdey Jul 1, 2008 @ 9:34 pm
- Hey!!!
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