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Does Harry die in book 7?
Is Professor Snape Good or Evil?
Who are the best fan artists?
What can I read after The Deathly Hallows?
Where can I listen to samples from The Order of the Phoenix soundtrack?
Where can you get the best wands?
Note: The Squid was drawn by Gil, one of the geniuses behind Squidoo. (I hope he doesn't mind if I use it.)
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Does Harry Die in Book 7?
Jo Rowling's latest answer
In a recent interview on the British talk show Richard and Judy, Jo Rowling revealed that two characters will die in the last Harry Potter book. When asked if they were significant she said, "We are dealing with pure evil! So they don't target the extras, do they?"Let the speculation begin!
They also asked, indirectly, whether Harry is one of the deaths. Jo's response was, "I've never been tempted to kill him off before the end of Book 7 because I've always planned seven books; that's where I want to - I want to finish on seven books." (Emphasis added.) Was that a yes or a no?
As usual, Jo's answers leave us with additional questions. Now see what Daniel Radcliffe has said about on the subject. . .
Daniel Radcliffe Interview
The discussion about Harry's ultimate fate starts about six minutes into the interview. Daniel also talks about how the British press, thinking he had some inside knowledge, reacted to his theory.
After watching the interview please tell me what you think.
Do you think Harry will die?
Now that you've read Jo's answer and watched Daniel's interview. What do you think?
Severus Snape: The Good, the Bad and the Bizarre
My newest lens is all about Professor Snape and his loyalties. There are links to various essays and editorials. You can vote these links up or down. You can also add links to other theories.
The essays linked below all argue that Snape is basically a good guy. If you think they're a bit delusional you can also vote for the opposite theories at Severus Snape: The Good, the Bad and the Bizarre.
I found these essays at: The Leaky Cauldron's Scribbulus, Mugglenet's Editorial Page and The Harry Potter Lexicon's Essays.
This sketch is of a teenage Severus also made by Makani.
Note: Before voting you need to become a member of Squidoo. Don't worry it's free, easy and you can even make a little money for yourself or your favorite charity.
Severus Snape: Not Voldemort's Man
A Mugglenet editorial by Anthony Goldstein3 points
Snape and Dumbledore on the Tower: A Defense of Snape by Carol T. — deathly hallows, avada kedavra, astronomy tower | Gather
It's simplistic to think of a character as complex more...3 points
Dumbledore's Man
A Leaky Cauldron Essay1 point
Dark, Obsessive Love: Snape's Real Vendetta Revealed
A Leaky Cauldron Essay by Hagridloveshappyhour1 point
An Analysis of Spinner's End
A Leaky Cauldron Essay by SDCurtis0 points
Featured Fan Art
Now on to less depressing topics
While looking through the fanart at MuggleNet, I discovered this computer-generated 3d image of The Cave by Hamed. Right now he has one other image, The Horcrux, at 3DLinks.3DLinks has a lot of other computer-generated art. Themes include Sci-Fi, Nature, Architecture, Fantasy, etc.
Note: The files are large and can take time to download.
Hamed is one of several artists I have highlighted at Harry Potter Fan Art. They are all so good they almost make me want to become an artist.
If You Liked Harry Potter. . .
The story involves mystery, magic and the bonds of family.
Go to What to Read after Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows to find other books I recommend or suggest your own.
The Thief Lord
The best thing is that it is a stand alone novel. You won't have to wait for sequels. . .
Order of the Phoenix Soundtrack
Nicholas Hooper composed the music for Order of the Phoenix.Hooper is a British film and television composer. He has composed music for the BBC productions: "Land of the Tiger" and "Andes to Amazon."
He has also composed music for the movies: The Tichborne Claimant, My Family and Other Animals, and The Girl in the Café.
Go to Harry Potter Music to find out more about John Williams and Patrick Doyle, the composers for the earlier movies.
Samples from the Soundtrack
Where can I listen to samples from the soundtrack?
Right here!!!
Click to listen and then vote for your favorites.
Professor Umbridge
3 points
Flight of the Order of the Phoenix
3 points
Dementors in the Underpass
2 points
The Sirius Deception
2 points
Dumbledore's Army
1 point
Death of Sirius
1 point
Darkness Takes Over
1 point
Another Story
0 points
The Best Wands
While at Lumos 2006, I compared wands being sold by three different vendors.The best wands were being sold by Gary Hall at Whirlwood Magic Wands. Gary personally makes every wand by hand and has 35 years of experience as an artist. Every wand I looked at was a beautiful work of art.
Moreover, it was clear that Gary is an artist, trying to sell his hand made wands, rather than an entrepreneur trying to make a sale.
Note: I do not have any financial incentive for recommending Whirlwood wands, nor did I buy one . . . my niece is custom making one for me! Now if I could only convince her to get her own web site. . .
Best Harry Potter Websites
Nominate or vote for your favorite Harry Potter website.
The Harry Potter Lexicon
The ultimate Harry Potter reference, including enc more...3 points
J.K.Rowling Official Site - Harry Potter and more
Jump aboard the Hogwart Express to come on a fanta more...1 point
The Leaky Cauldron
The best and most comprehensive news and info, the more...1 point
HPANA - Harry Potter News and Rumors - Book 7, Movie 5 and More
Complete Harry Potter news coverage from top fan a more...1 point
Patronus v.6 Year 4
0 points
http://www.squidoo.com/potter-harry/
Get Harry Potter books and other merchandize here.0 points
Mugglenet
It has grown to be one of the biggest Harry Potter fan sites. In addition to the up-to-date news, there are editorials (some of which Jo Rowling has even read), book and movie information, forums, etc. One of my favorite sections is the Fun Lists. You can find out "25 Ways to Tick Off a Harry Potter Fan..."
The main page lists the latest news.
My favorite part is the world famous editorials.
They also have the Chamber of Secrets forums.
And this is their banner.
News Via Mugglenet.com
This just in. . .
I get all of my Harry Potter news from mugglenet. They've recently added an RSS feed so I had to put it here.
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byOfficial Sites
- Jo Rowlings Site
- Jo's Site includes news, a diary, FAQs about the books as well as an occasional Easter Egg.
- Jo's Text Only Version
- If Jo's site takes too long to download, as it does for me with dial-up, use this link to get the text only version. You will, of course, missout on the Easter Eggs.
Currency Converter
Have you ever wondered how many Galleons, Sickles and Knuts you could get for $20.00. Go to CNN Money's Currency Converter to find out. You can also find out how many US Dollars you need to purchase one ounce of dragon liver.There is also a link to an article about how expensive being a Harry Potter fan can be at What it costs to be a Harry Potter fan.
Ziggy Cartoon
Comic found at The Wireless Wizarding Network
Copyright © 2006 Universal Press Syndicate
Suggest a Site
Do you know of a Harry Potter site? Let me know and I may add it here.
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Tom_L
Very interesting.I like the Potter movies too. Posted April 24, 2008 |
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Helensmrt
A lot about Harry Potter:) Posted March 17, 2008 |
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Andrewell
Hey Nice lens, I learned some new stuff about Harry Potter. Posted January 25, 2008 |
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klapskie
Great lens! can't wait to read book 7. 5 magical stars from me. Please drop by at my lens sometimes. Thanks Posted July 25, 2007 |
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KCStargazer
Superb stuff! Beautifully done. A warm welcome to the Kaleidoscope Group! Posted July 23, 2007 |
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In her memory I make a monthly donation to Room to Read from the proceeds from my Harry Potter lenses.
