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'Harry Potter' Author JK Rowling Reveals One Thing You May Not Know Yet

J.K. Rowling drops another bomb for fans. Here's another revelation that's stirring up Potterheads. During a Q&A held on Twitter, the author surprised fans by spilling an important detail about Rubeus Hagrid, the Hogwarts groundskeeper and professor of a Magical Creatures subject.

Hugo Awards 2015 Recap: 'No Award' Given in 5 Categories

This year's Hugo Awards is considered the most controversial one yet with the rise of the so-called Sad Puppies and Rabid Puppies, who are, as per Outer Places, two groups being accused of manipulating the voting system to guarantee a win for their factions.

Sonia Manzano's Memoir 'Becoming Maria' Taps on 'Sesame Street' Life, Home Violence & More

Sonia Manzano, who the world knows as the always cheerful Maria from "Sesame Street," shares her childhood stories of hardships and tribulations in her memoir "Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx.

Choosing the Right Read: 5 Things to Consider When Picking Your Next Book

Reading a book is serious business. It is a commitment. You have the responsibility to flip through a book, feel it and absorb it. Before you visit your favorite bookstore, make sure that the book you decide to pick up is the perfect one. Here's a guide to know if you got the right read.

Edward Snowden Graphic Biography Author Ted Rall Recalls His Life's Similarities With Snowden's

"Snowden," a graphic biography of former government contractor and computer professional Edward Snowden, just hit the stores and in lieu of this, the author talks about how his quest to draw Snowden's life allowed him to experience some of the things his subject went through.

'Game of Thrones' Book 6 'The Winds of Winter' Sequel 'A Dream of Spring' Unlikely Done Before HBO Show's Finale?

George RR Martin doesn't mind if HBO wraps up all the seasons of "Game of Thrones," the epic TV series inspired by his bestselling saga "A Song of Ice and Fire," even before he finishes writing the remaining volumes of the book series.

The Smiths Legend Morrissey to Release Debut Novel 'List of the Lost' Next Month

Without a doubt, rocking out is just one of Morrissey's many talents. Known for being the charismatic frontman and lyricist of the iconic rock band, The Smiths, the 59-year-old vocalist from Greater Manchester is continuing to trudge the literary field by penning his very first novel.

'Harry Potter' Fever Never Over: 5 Facts Most Fans May Still Not Know About

Many "Harry Potter" fans have read the books over and over and have seen the movies a hundred times. Still, the wizarding world still has a lot of mysteries and surprises hidden. Here are five of the many facts about the "Harry Potter" books and movies that most fans still don't know about:

Unleash the Writer in You! 5 Important Tips From Successful Authors

There's a writer in everyone, but not all people know how to discover it. Here are five important tips from successful authors to aspiring writers.

Business Books: 5 Helpful Titles for Every Aspiring Entrepreneur

For every aspring entrepreneur, here are five books that will be helpful in your journey.

'Toy Story 4' Trailer & Release Date: Top 3 Things to Expect in Disney Sequel [Plot Spoilers]

Disney revealed that "Toy Story 4" is coming. Here are three big things to expect in the upcoming movie.

'Dante's Inferno' Movie Coming Soon! Warner Bros. Buys Pitch from Dwain Worrell

Deadline has word that Warner Bros. is working on a film adaptation of "Dante's Inferno," the first part of the 14th century poem "Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri, chronicling Dante's journey through hell in the name of love. The movie giant purchased the pitch from screenwriter Dwain Worrell.

Not Over with Harry Potter: 5 Magical Books to Devour After JK Rowling's Series

While you reread and relive the moment the boy who lived was told he was a wizard to becoming the greatest one there is, try not to decide against exploring other magical worlds that, to your surprise, actually abound and await to be explored.

Jane Austen Romantic Comedy Film Now in the Works! Here's What to Expect

Jane Austen's life will be the subject of a new romantic comedy film. The upcoming film will be based on Carolyn Murray's book titled "Jane by the Sea," a fictional tale depicting the "Pride and Prejudice" author's head-in-the-clouds summer getaway.

HarperCollins Writing Community Authonomy to Shut Down in September

Authonomy, an online community for writers launched by HarperCollins in 2008, will officially be shut down by the end of September. Writers, who have claimed to have gotten book deals and careers with the help of the site, lament the saddening news.

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