JK Rowling was named the Morgan Stanley Overall Great Briton of 2007.

A publishing phenomenon, JK Rowling has changed reading habits and patterns worldwide. The success of the Harry Potter books – the final novel in the series sold 11 million copies in its first 24 hours – has united a generation of children and parents in a genuine love of reading.

The Judges felt Miss Rowling had transformed the world’s view of Britain and that her books are “brilliantly British.” That she also managed to top the best-seller list in France with Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the first English-language author to do so, is a further testament to her global appeal.

Rowling has left an indelible mark on the nation’s literary history, which is why the judges insisted that she should receive double honours, winning the arts category and be named the Morgan Stanley Overall Great Briton of 2007.

Woohoo! Its a new month! I have decided on my site of the month for February!

Katie Leung Fan

For the February site of the month I chose Katie Leung Fan! This is the best Katie site out there in my opinion. It has a really fun layout, updates news constantly and has lots more fun content. If you haven’t already seen it, check it out now!

Congratulations!!!!!!!

If  you see my site has been honored with a Site of the Month award, please tell me in an email (webmiss[at]magical-menagerie.com) or comment!

According to A&J management, a new actress has been cast in the role for Half-Blood Prince. Scarlett Byrne is 17 years old and has acted on Television.

This is not confirmed by WB but I will update with any news on this.

Thanks SnitchSeeker

As I told you a few days ago JK Rowling recieved an award at the South Bank awards show. There are now an audio and video interviews with the author!

To watch click HERE. And to hear, click HERE.

Thanks STV and UHP!

Jeff from HPANA visited the Harry Potter set today and he had this to say about his experience.

HPANA was told by producer David Barron that an announcement in the near future could address who is directing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows as well as answer rumors about splitting the final film into two parts.

While not confirmed at today’s visit to the eight-acre home of the Potter films outside of London, this editor’s impression was that David Yates will likely direct Deathly Hallows and the film may very well be split as rumored. The upcoming announcement may answer one or both of these rumors.

The BBC has new video online showing preparations for the site for the filming Half-Blood Prince and interviews with the students who be Hogwarts students. CLICK HERE, (scroll down on the left side to where it says “Kids Become Potter Extras”, then click to launch player) and you can see the area where the kids will be fitted for their costumes and interviews on the Hogwarts houses they will be a part of.

Thanks Leaky!