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Update: 'Harry Potter' prequel sold for nearly $50,000 
JUNE 10, 2008 at 12:41 PM
Posted by GERI
Source: Various
A few weeks ago we let you know about the short prequel to Harry Potter that author JK Rowling had written to benefit British charities, English PEN, the writers’ association, and Dyslexia Action. Later today
her prequel, as well as other stories written by famous authors, will go up for auction, with frenzy bidding expected.
Tomorrow a copy of the story will be displayed in Waterstones branches and on its website and in August, a book containing all the stories from the authors will go on sale.
UPDATE: J.K. Rowling's prequel sold for 25,000 pounds ($48,858) to an absent bidder.
UPDATE II: Thanks to TLC for letting us know that you can view a video report about the auction online.
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Witch
Points: 640
Marauder Addict says:
Ohmigosh! I cannot wait to read the prequel! Even though it will be very short, I am so excited! The whole marauders era is so exciting, and it's great to have just a bit more info!
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 12:43 PM EST
Keeper of Harry's Fate
Points: 8201
TheOneWhoMustBeNamed says:
Should be interesting to see how much is raised. I am glad to see the extra material, since it always adds to the enjoyment of the HP universe. It is also nice to see it helping someone else.
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 12:49 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4462
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
I wish I could bid on it!
~Drish~
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 12:55 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1439
bubblenut21 says:
Wow, first page. Anyways, I love the Marauders and cannot wait to read more about them! I wish she would go back and write more stories about them. Guess fanfiction will have to do for now. *sigh*
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 1:15 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1692
zues says:
Wow, I so want to read that.
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 1:21 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1642
CharmedPotter says:
"A few weeks ago we let you know aboutopens in new window the prequel that Harry Potter had written to benefit British charities, English PEN, the writers’ association, and Dyslexia Action."
Is it just me or is there something wrong with that word in that sentence? Haha. Shouldn't it be J.K. Rowling?
Nevertheless, I too wish I could read the prequel!
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 1:41 PM EST
Witch
Points: 833
star chaser says:
Oh wow. I really want to read that. You just know that people are going to go crazy bidding for it.
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 2:42 PM EST
Lady of Godric's Hollow
Points: 5123
GodricsGirl says:
WOw. Wouldn't that be wonderful to have? I wish I could win a million today. I think I know what I'd do with it.
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 3:03 PM EST
Squib
Points: 145
OceanBaBY says:
I want to read the prequal sooo much! Tomorrow I'm going on Waterstones and checking it out! Who's with me?
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 4:53 PM EST
Student
Points: 282
Secret Keeper says:
I too am planning on going on Waterstones to check out the prequel. Can't wait to read it, even if it is a short little bit. I so keep wishing that she will write more stories. Still so much that could be told.
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 6:37 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2522
hbluvhp says:
Gotta love JK...she sure knows how to keep her fans happy and wanting more. I can't wait to read this teeny tiny little prequel and love every minute of it!
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 6:55 PM EST
Mrs. Draco Malfoy
Points: 25735
Arika Granger Malfoy says:
Wooo!
I can't wait to read it online tomorrow...well later today since it is already tomorrow in the UK!!!!!
♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 7:13 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1906
fossil_n says:
"the prequel that Harry Potter had written to benefit British charities"
Don't you mean that JK Rowling had written?
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 7:36 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1600
~Harry's true love~ says:
That's great news! I can't wait to read it. I think I'm just going to wait for all the copies to come out...I don't know. Maybe temptations will be too great!
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 7:44 PM EST
Order of Merlin, 2nd Class
Points: 1679
Bright Eyes says:
It's wonderful that JKR can do something so small, that can help so many people!
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 7:59 PM EST
Professor
Points: 1050
princess165 says:
Ooooh I can't wait until this is available to read...its not exactly a huge shock that the book went for so much money. Anything JKR writes at this point will be like pure gold, let alone a new story about the HP world.
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 9:08 PM EST
Witch
Points: 516
accio_kim says:
WOW, but was there any doubt this would sell? It is only 800 words, but I can't wait to read it. However, it will make me want more!
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 9:48 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2727
H/HrShipper4Ever says:
Wow. Thats awesome! That is a lot of money going for a good cause. JK did such a great thing. i can't wait until we can read the prequel ourselves.
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 10:06 PM EST
I Am Queen of My Castle
Points: 2476
Hecate3fold says:
That's a lot of money, I hope whoever bought it will hang on to it and not try to re-sell it for more money.
Blessings! Hecate3fold!
Posted Jun 10, 2008 at 10:47 PM EST
Auror
Points: 2305
mad_eye muggle says:
Wicked!That's a huge amount of money.A very worthy cause.You go JK!Man.....I do hope I could get a chance to read the prequel.
Posted Jun 11, 2008 at 5:35 AM EST
Antipodean Snow Goddess
Points: 2870
Tikihaha says:
Yes, it was ME!! I'm the mystery bidder!!
Nope - I wish I was though ... imagine having this to own all for yourself! And it's for an excellent charity. Well done (again), Jo!
Posted Jun 11, 2008 at 7:04 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2090
Nataly says:
$50,000? Great amount! Well done Rowlling! :) And now we can read it excellent news!
Posted Jun 11, 2008 at 7:49 AM EST
Lady of Godric's Hollow
Points: 5123
GodricsGirl says:
Wow. That's alot of moo-lah for what, 800 words? But let's be honest. Who of us HPANA folks wouldn't have paid that or more if we had the money?
Posted Jun 11, 2008 at 8:49 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 799
Dr EraseR says:
Definitely exciting... I thought it would sell for more though... after all, it's Jo....
Posted Jun 11, 2008 at 2:07 PM EST
Sirius's Veil Thrower
Points: 4462
SiriusBlacksGodDaughter says:
Wow, $50,000? No way! That's amazing! Congrats!
~Drish~
Posted Jun 11, 2008 at 6:41 PM EST
Auror
Points: 3154
HufflepuffActress says:
Wow 25,000 pounds for only a few paragraphs.
It is great that all those writers agreed to help out.
Dyslexics of the world untie!
Posted Jun 12, 2008 at 12:01 AM EST
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