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Here's everything you need to know about Harry Potter At Home: some new ways to bring the magic closer to you, all specially created by different members of our wide Wizarding World family.

For over twenty years now, Hogwarts has been an escape for all - for readers and fans, young and old. During the strange times we now find ourselves in, we want to welcome you back to Hogwarts, where you will find a friendly retreat for you, your family and those you are caring for.

Over 500 million Harry Potter books have been sold across the globe, so it's comforting to know many homes already have a door to the wizarding world waiting to be opened once again. And for those who've never visited the wizarding world before, welcome!

Our new Harry Potter At Home project is very much a team effort, combining the resources of Harry Potter UK and US publishers Bloomsbury and Scholastic, Pottermore Publishing, leading spoken-word producer and provider Audible, library supplier OverDrive, and of course, our own magic-makers here at WizardingWorld.com.

So, what exactly is Harry Potter At Home and how can you get involved? We're pleased to say - in all sorts of ways!

Hogwarts' doors are open for teachers everywhere

J.K Rowling and her team have already announced a special, open licence for teachers to read the seven Harry Potter books aloud to their pupils in virtual read-a-long sessions on video. This means if you're a teacher you'll be able to record yourself reading Harry's Hogwarts adventures and share these with your pupils online. Learn how to get involved here.

Many teachers around the world have already been in touch!

One said, 'this is amazing! I started reading book 1 to my second graders about a month ago. I was worried we wouldn't be able to finish. Now I can finish reading it to them'

Another added, 'Thanks, @JK_Rowling ! I'm a teacher of English in France and suggested my pupils read the Potter books. In these dark times, I'm twice as grateful for the world you've created. 20 years later, it is still a safe place for me...'

The first Harry Potter audiobook for free for everyone

A big thank you to our friends at Audible, who invite you to listen to the first Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone as many times as you like in the coming weeks. This is one of many classic books that will be available on Audible's new platform, stories.audible.com. - take a look and see what you can find.

The first Harry Potter book will be available to listen to for free in six different languages (English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Japanese). And our American readers will be interested to know that this is the Stephen Fry edition of the audiobook, rather than the US version which features the equally talented Jim Dale. So, you'll get to hear Harry's story told with an entirely new voice! We can confirm that Stephen does an excellent Dumbledore.

Visit our new Harry Potter At Home hub

Here on WizardingWorld.com, we've built a dedicated space for you to visit which we'll be updating all the time for your enjoyment. This special Harry Potter At Home hub is where you'll find all the latest things to keep you occupied - from special activity kits from Bloomsbury to Scholastic, to nifty magical craft videos (teach your friends how to draw a Niffler!) fun articles, quizzes, puzzles and more. We're casting a Banishing Charm on boredom.

You can visit the Harry Potter At Home hub here - and keep on visiting the page whenever you like. Just like Hogwarts and its staircases, this page will be changing all the time.

Harry's first adventure will also be made free for all OverDrive library patrons online throughout April

Pottermore Publishing will also be teaming up with digital library supplier OverDrive to gift the first book in its digital form. Patrons of OverDrive libraries will be able to borrow Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone as an eBook or audiobook in over 20 languages from participating local and school libraries, including via OverDrive's Libby app, and the Sora app for schools.

This offering will last until the end of April, so if you can, why not have a browse?

And that is simply the start

Along with all the other members of our Wizarding World family, we're going to keep finding new ways to bring magic into your world during this time.

So, however you like to get your Wizarding World updates, be it here, on our Wizarding World app, or, of course, through our new Harry Potter At Home hub - we'll keep bringing you the joy of reading. Remember, Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home.

For weekly Harry Potter At Home updates and so much more, we're also launching a newsletter - so we can deliver all of our latest news, activities and more, straight to your inbox in one nice package. To opt in, don't forget to click the check box when asked during registration. No owls required!
Illustration by Jonny Duddle © Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

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Introducing Harry Potter At Home | Wizarding World

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We know that everyone is trying to keep safe at home at the moment and so, with J.K. Rowling and our friends at Audible, Bloomsbury, OverDrive, Pottermore Publishing and Scholastic, we are delighted to introduce Harry Potter At Home to help children, parents, carers and teachers add a touch of Harry Potter magic to our new daily lives.

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Completing this form should take around 5 minutes.

What you need to do:

Fill in the application form, where you will be able to choose a PIN, at least four characters long. Remember to make a note of your PIN.

After you complete the form and click Register, you will then get a temporary membership number.

Email your name and temporary number to reception.centrallibrary@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Our library staff will then process your application and email your library card number which you can then use straightaway.

Please note: If we find that you are already a member of the library service, we will email you to clarify your details.
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Live in Nottingham City, Nottinghamshire, Derby City and the surrounding counties of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire.

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Completing this form should take around 5 minutes. What you need to do: Fill in the application form, where you will be able to choose a PIN, at least four characters long. Remember to make a note of your PIN. After you complete the form and click Register, you will then get a temporary membership number.

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Huge discounts on the latest and best-selling children's books. Plus, earn Scholastic Rewards for your school with every purchase over £10.

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The latest Alex Rider book, Nightshade Revenge is out on September 7th but you can read a free preview chapter right now courtesy of Walker Books and AlexRider.com Click here to read the free chapter When his best friend Tom is abducted, Alex Rider is given an ultimatum by Nightshade - a...

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Anthony Horowitz - Author of Alex Rider, Foyle's War, Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, TV and film writer, occasional journalist.

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Adventures on trains.

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Adventures on Trains with M.G. Leonard & Sam Sedgman - authorfy

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Adventures on Trains with M.G. Leonard & Sam Sedgman M.G. Leonard is the internationally bestselling author of the 'Battle of the Beetles' trilogy and the non-fiction companion, 'The Beetle Collector's Handbook'. 'Beetle Boy' won the Branford Boase award and has been translated into thirty-seven languages worldwide.

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Rachel Renée Russell is the author of the #1 New York Times Best Selling book series, Dork Diaries. She's an attorney who prefers writing tween books to legal briefs. Mainly because books are a lot more fun and pajamas and bunny slippers aren't allowed in court.

Rachel first introduced us to Nikki Maxwell in 2009 and since that time she has written 13 books in the series which have sold more than 45 million copies worldwide. For a cool peek at some of the Dorky books that have been translated into over 36 different languages, check out the Dorks Around The World links at the bottom of this page!

Can you share a little about your background?

I grew up in Saint Joseph, Michigan, a small city located on the shore of Lake Michigan. I have 2 younger sisters and 2 younger twin brothers. I wrote and illustrated my first book in 6th grade as a birthday present for my brothers. I'm an attorney but my passion is writing children's books. I currently reside in Northern Virginia with my very spoiled Yorkie who actually believes she is half human and half cat.

Do you have any children?

I have two daughters, Erin and Nikki. Although Nikki Maxwell is named after my youngest daughter, Nikki, her personality is a combination of myself, Erin and Nikki.

What's your inspiration for writing Dork Diaries?

The Dork Diaries series was inspired by my dorky daughter, Nikki, who also illustrates the books. Many of the dramatic tales, zany escapades, and exciting adventures chronicled in the books are based on real-life experiences from our own middle-school years. I am thrilled to know that girls and boys around the world enjoy my book series and are inspired to embrace their uniqueness and be kind to others. So, just keep reading, and always let your inner Dork shine through!

Were you considered a DORK in middle school?

Yes! And, I'm STILL a total DORK.

What are your hobbies?

My hobbies include reading middle grade books, growing purple flowers and doing totally useless crafts like, for example, making a microwave oven out of Popsicle sticks, glue, and glitter. You'd be surprised what I can create with a glue gun and a little creativity!

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Mail a fan letter at Rachel Renée Russell Dork Diaries c/o Writers House 21 West 26th Street New York, NY 10010 Send an email at RachelRussell@DorkDiaries.com Follow on Twitter Twitter Rachel Renée Russell is the author of the #1 New York Times Best Selling book series, Dork Diaries.

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Malorie Blackman ~ Author of Noughts and Crosses

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Welcome to my website! If you're trying to find out more about me, what I've written or what I'm up to now, then you're in the right place. You can browse my books, read extracts, watch trailers, and even write your own reviews - I'd love to hear what you think.

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Captain underpants & more

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Dav Pilkey has written and illustrated numerous popular, award-winning books for children, including the Captain Underpants and Dumb Bunnies series.

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Wimpy Kid

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Harry potter.

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J.K. Rowling is the author of the much-loved series of seven Harry Potter novels, originally published between 1997 and 2007. Along with the three companion books written for charity, the series has sold over 500 million copies, been translated into 80 languages, and made into eight blockbuster films.

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