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The wildly successful Harry Potter fantasy books are not only highly entertaining, they also contain valuable lessons of life for people of all ages.

J. K. Rowling continues to hand out the secrets that Harry Potter, Dumbledore and others have kept. But, should she?

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is the novel that shows Harry he is not fighting alone, with Dumbledore's Army on his side he will always have allies around.

Spoilers ahead! The Half Blood Prince was a background-enriching story in the Harry Potter series. The movie doesn't quite live up to the book's well-plotted storyline.

Is the sinister potions master loyal to the evil Lord Voldemort, or was Dumbledore wise to trust him? Students will enjoy the Snape Debate in this literary lesson plan.

A fond memory of re-enacting favourite scenes from a much loved book or movie is often a driving force behind collecting action figures.

A collection of five wizarding fables, J K Rowling will delight fans with this supplement to her immensely popular Harry Potter series.

Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince has Harry looking back at Voldemort's past in an attempt to try and understand the twisted mind of a broken madman.

To say that 'Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince' is adequate is apt. It certainly didn't dazzle but it delivered the Potter basics that some fans long waited for.

The Harry Potter stories, set in the regular rhythm of Hogwarts school, contains commentary on education that might help teachers reach kids.

The Tales of Beedle the Bard is a fun and interesting revisit to the magical world of Harry Potter. JK Rowling introduces readers to fairy tales for wizards.

Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint star in the newest adaptation of J.K. Rowlings' Harry Potter series. The Half Blood Prince is now in theaters.

Movie-goers will enjoy the newest installment of the Harry Potter franchise, but they will be left hanging when it ends.

The author of the Harry Potter series has revealed that a new volume of short stories, including a "commentary" from Professor Dumbledore, will be available from Dec 08.

Alma Alexander talks about writing and her new young adult fantasy novel, THE GIFT OF THE UNMAGE.

Who will live and who will die? Director David Yates leads Potter fans closer to the ultimate clash between good vs evil.

J. K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" provides a crowd-pleasing but unconvincing conclusion to her innovative series.

Warner Bros.' Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is a satisfying adaptation of J.K. Rowling's 6th book. 8/10.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is very much like the Goblet of Fire in its tone and flavor as a story of transition, but lacks the same emotional punch.

For those of you who can't stand the wait between Harry Potter movies, well.. you're going to have to wait a little bit longer. Order of the Phoenix is coming... in 2007.

Anyone put off seeing the new Harry Potter film because they haven't seen the others can catch up here with this passnotes-style guide and go and enjoy the movie.

Order of the Phoenix entertains not just because of dazzling effects, a darker tone or entertaining new characters, but because Potter character comes to life.

Once again J.K. Rowling illustrates the depth of the Harry Potter universe in this collection of fairy tales in support of her charity, the Children's High Level Group.

Searching for gay Halloween costume ideas? Here are five gay Halloween party outfits that are inspired by recent Hollywood movies including 300 and Brokeback Mountain.

When the sixth Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince is released in 2009, the film's cast will feature a few new actors.

The much anticipated Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince opens to audiences this July with a continuation of the battles and trials for the Hogwart's wizards.

The long-delayed sixth film in the Harry Potter series has arrived, but a little Hogwarts homework might help movie-goers: re-read the book before you hit the cineplex.

Fred and George Weasley are high school drop-outs, but they are more magically talented and more successful than the Ministry-trained educator who sought to stop them.

Who'd have thought, on the cusp of closing the Harry Potter franchise, that the films would be so deathly boring? Why, it's enough to make one long for Chris Columbus.

Blooming adolescent romances and teenage angst mark the new maturity in the cinematic version of J.R. Rowling's sixth book from the Harry Potter fantasy adventure series.

Daniel Radcliffe stars as the world's favorite boy wizard in a new game and new movies on DVD.

Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them is by no means a comprehensive guide to magical creatures, but it supports a noble charity and is very fun to read.

Warner Bros. has pushed back the new Potter film, saying the movie would be better positioned for opening next year.

The Phoenix lives a long life, and then is consumed by flames, only to immediately rise again from the ashes. This mythical bird is surrounded by folklore and legend.

Though they are both magical quests, J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings trilogy actually approach magic in very different ways.

This romantic thriller from 1999 stars Johnny Depp and Christina Ricci in a creepy film rendition of 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.'

Teen Halloween costumes for groups of friends, family and colleagues. Find suitable group costume ideas for teenagers of all ages.

Can't wait until next spring to learn what Universal Studios in Orlando, FL has in store for Harry Potter? This behind the scenes glimpse will sate those cravings.

Searching for the perfect costumes for a group of friends? The following group Halloween costume ideas will make an impression and garner loads of loot!

In a franchise with a traditionally rich musical history, Nicholas Hooper's music serves its purpose but fails to draw much attention to itself even on album.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is coming! Celebrate the finale to JK Rowling's seven book phenomenon with poetry and creative writing curriculum!

The success of the Harry Potter series can be attributed to its masterful use of the hero's quest, which readers like because it gives them hope.

Harry Potter, The Exhibition debuts in Chicago, its only Midwest location on its U.S. tour. The display will continue for five years in the U.S., Europe and Asia.

J.K. Rowling created a phenomenally popular series with "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." The success of this epic may have sociological and psychological roots.

The fifth of seven Harry Potter books made into movies might just be the best one yet.

Mike Gerrard rounds up some of London's Bonfire Night celebrations, to give you time to plan what to do on November 5th

From the Lord of the Rings to Harry Potter and the Stars Wars trilogy, modern fairy tales highlight virtue, courage, leadership, and personal sacrifice.

Can choosing the right name for your characters make or break your short story or novel? Learn how to find the perfect name for your perfect character.

Orphaned children are a classic feature of children's stories. These children's books feature protagonists whose parents are either dead or missing.

Though the final Harry Potter book is published, J.K. Rowling's fan base is still going strong, as evidenced by Portus 2008, a conference held in Dallas, TX, July 10-13.