As a long-time fan of the Harry Potter series, I was thrilled to add the "Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac" to my collection, and it did not disappoint! Xmas gift for 10 year old granddaughter, - packed with so much information, and interesting things to do and learn about the Harry Potter series - very good value, well printed in colour.

Whether you’re a casual fan or a hardcore Potterhead, this Almanac is a magical addition to your library. Having listened to the books many, many times I feel a few things were missed and spotted a couple inconsistencies, but overall it seems very comprehensive. The series took another ten years to complete, concluding in 2007 with the publication of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows . She supports a wide number of humanitarian causes through Volant, and is the founder of the international children's care reform charity Lumos.No (tomb)stone has been left unturned here, with all of the ghostly guests in full attendance, from The Headless Hunt to Nick himself! Once again the lift doors opened and four or five witches and wizards got out; at the same time, several paper aeroplanes swooped into the lift.

You can pick up your own copy from today via Bloomsbury or Scholastic – let us know what you end up finding! And even the ghostly host’s less-than-appetising buffet is on show here, from his grave-looking cake to some lovely, er, rotting fish.From incredible cross-sections to magical maps and ingenious lists, lose yourself exploring Hogwarts and beyond.

Weitong uses a soft, rich and unusual palette to evoke simmering potion fumes and shimmering streams of magic.

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Discover magical places, study wandlore, encounter fantastic beasts and find out about the witches and wizards who lived. Rowling has received many awards and honours for her writing, including the OBE and Companion of Honour, the Hans Christian Andersen Award and a Blue Peter Gold Badge. Interactive Elements**: The pull-out maps, mini-booklets, and hidden notes add an interactive dimension that makes this book more than just a read; it's an experience. Illustrated by Pham Quang Phuc, you can learn about the peskier magical creatures of the wizarding world, that range from pretty scary (eg: Boggarts) to just plain annoying (eg: Gnomes).And in this video here, the Bloomsbury team explored some of those extra magical details hidden throughout the book with some eagle-eyed fans! Joyfully illustrated throughout in full colour by seven stunning artists and tingling with things to spot on every page, The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac is the ideal introduction to the Harry Potter stories for new readers and the perfect book for families to share. Whisk yourself away to Harry Potter’s wizarding world with this Whiz-bang of an illustrated companion. From incredible cross-sections to magical maps and ingenious lists, lose yourself exploring Hogwarts and beyond … Wherever you are in your Harry Potter journey, the Wizarding Almanac is for you. Peter combines playful witches, wizards and magical creatures with an incredibly rich level of intricacy.