Creating a such a successful seven book and eight film-long franchise as Harry Potter makes you a global phenomenon. The pressure must have been intense for author J.K. Rowling, not only in finishing what she had started and meeting the demands of critics and fans, but then the pressure of figuring out what’s next. As for the latter, she’s written her follow-up to the Potter universe and that work is The Casual Vacancy.

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, the long awaited finale is finally here, and though fans will be able to cheer along to the film, my biggest problem is that they won’t really be able to cry. It’s hard not to like this film on some levels because even though it would never stand alone and won’t be the film we all remember from the series, it’s the finale! As always there’s plenty of fine acting, another special effects Oscar win for them lined up, and our lovable characters, BUT it’s all turned into a bit of a Soap Opera and for the end of something SO grand, the film never really makes the decisions to emotionally or tonally go HUGE which was needed in order for it to truly succeed.

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In a few hours the lines will start to form. There will be rows and rows of people dressed in Hogwarts’ attire with tiny little light bolts drawn on their foreheads, all waiting for the end to begin. Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows Part II hits theaters at midnight, but there’s a lot more things happening than just the release of the movie. There’s everything from news about Harry Potter celebrations to the type of 3D glasses you’ll be wearing come midnight. We’ve gathered all types of neat details, videos, and pictures for you to enjoy. We know you’re on the verge of tears (withdrawals, suicide, etc.) because the end is so near. Harry Potter wasn’t just some kid from a movie. He was our friend, our peer. We’re all sad to see him go, but happy to have grown up reading and watching such an amazing story. Read ahead for all things Harry Potter!

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Famed author J.K. Rowling recently appeared on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” to discuss her career and her greatest accomplishment, Harry Potter. Back in April, Rowling hinted that she would be open to writing more books in the wizard series but didn’t officially confirm it. While talking to Winfrey, she expanded on that discussion stating that she could definitely write not one, not two, but several new installments in the series.

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Do you want to read something depressing? Harry Potter the protagonist from the popular J.K. Rowling series’ recently celebrated his birthday, and no he didn’t turn 21, he turned 30. The big 3-0! Potter’s a grown man and die-hard fans everywhere celebrated his big day over the weekend. Were you one of them?

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NEW HARRY POTTER BOOK: If you’re one of the many die hard Harry Potter fans who were heartbroken after the release of the final book The Deathly Hallows you’re in luck. Author and Potter creator J.K. Rowling has put out the word that she’s not done with the wizard just yet and a new book is on the horizon.

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Whenever you become a major success in the world legal troubles are never too far behind. In this case, J.K. Rowling the author and creator of all things Harry Potter has been accused of plagiarism, and she’s being taken to court. According to the Associated Press, she’s been called out on stealing ideas for Potter from another British writer.

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Not my favorite title, but so excited for the movie! Is anyone else a little pissed off that we’re not getting any Potter with our Turkey dinner this year? It sure looks like it’s ready to go!

Check out the extended trailer now…

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