Pottermore Slytherins Can Now Access First Four Chapters of "Chamber of Secrets" UPDATED

UPDATE: If you want to know what the first four chapters of Chamber of Secrets contain, scroll down.

The first four chapters of "Chamber of Secrets" are now open to all Pottermore users in Slytherin House. Tomorrow these chapters will be opened to all other Houses.Continued...

"We Are Wizards" Now Available to Watch on SnagFilms

"We Are Wizards," a documentary about the Harry Potter fan community which was released in 2009, can now be watched in its entirety here at SnagFilms.

USA Wins Quidditch Olympics

As reported earlier, the Quidditch Olympic Summer Games took place these last two days in Oxford, England. After a series of excellent games played on all sides, the United States was named Quidditch champions. Oxford Mail reports:

The UK team lost each of its four games before the US team were crowned champions afterContinued...

Pottermore: "Chamber of Secrets" Progress

Another Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets update has been posted on Pottermore Insider. The site states:

Monday 09 July

Chamber of Secrets update:
This week, we are recording sounds for Chapter Sixteen, The Chamber of Secrets.

As you have learned from previous Leaky posts, we expect the first set of chaptersContinued...

Evanna Lynch Interested in Historical Films

In a recent interview, Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood) revealed her and her family's love of history. She said she would like to take a role in a movie that represented Ireland's "rich" history. Evanna Lynch also mentioned how playing different age roles effects her career, as well as a small project inContinued...

UPDATED WITH LIVESTREAM LINK: Quidditch Olympics Update

As we have previously reported, the UK, US, France, and Australia are taking part in The Quidditch Association's Summer Olympic Games. More details of this tournament have been released. The Summer Olympic Games for QuidditchContinued...

Matthew Lewis in "A Band of Buriers" Music Video

Matthew Lewis plays a role in A Band of Burier's new music video for their song Filth. Matthew Lewis is a part of a couple whose relationship takes a dark turn. You can view the video below, or here. (Warning: video is slightly disturbing)

First Pictures of Rupert Grint in "CBGB"

The first photos of Rupert Grint in CBGB have surfaced. A fan visiting the set in Savannah was able to snap a photo of Grint and his PA, as well as one of Grint and herself. You can view the pictures here, or below.

Slytherins to Receive Sneak Peak of "Chamber of Secrets" on Pottermore

Congratulations to all members of Slytherin House - because you won the very first Pottermore House Cup, all Slytherins will get to look at the new "Chamber of Secrets" chapters 24 hours ahead of all the other Houses. The Pottermore Insider reports:

Slytherin Wins Inaugural Pottermore House Cup

The shrewd Slytherin House has won the very first Pottermore House Cup!

"Goblet of Fire" Actor Eric Sykes Dead at Age 89

Eric Sykes, who portrayed Frank Bryce in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire," passed away peacefully yesterday morning. BBC News reports:

2012 Two Part Riddles Contest

It's time for our fifth annual two part riddles contest. The rules have been slightly updated since last year so be sure to read carefully.

Cover Art of "The Casual Vacancy" Revealed

Little, Brown Book Group has released the cover art for J.K. Rowling's adult novel, The Casual Vacancy. You can view the cover art below or here. The company also provided more detail of the "audio reader and confirmed page extent":

Pottermore: Harry Potter eBooks in Japanese

Pottermore has announced the estimated release of Harry Potter eBooks in Japanese. The site stated:

Pottermore Poll: Quidditch Positions

Pottermore Insider has arranged a new poll for fans to vote for which Quidditch position they would play. The excerpt reads:

In Chapter Ten of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, Harry learns about the Bludgers, the Quaffle, the Golden Snitch, and the various positions on a Quidditch team. We’ve seenContinued...

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