On 14 march 2017 a new edition of the book, with cover illustrations by johnny duddle and interior illustrations by tomislav tomic, was published with six new creatures and a foreword by newt scamander. The film features an ensemble cast that includes eddie redmayne, katherine. Fantastic beasts and where to find them expanding to 5. Rowling harry potter saga, eddie redmayne chases down mythical creatures set loose in the streets of new. As per usual in the potter saga, you can expect plenty of fantasy violence. Fantastic beasts and where to find them is now being made into a series of five films, the first of which was released in november 2016 with an original screenplay written by j. When magizoologist newt scamander arrives in new york, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. Rowling, an irresistible new jacket by jonny duddle. Buy a cheap copy of fantastic beasts and where to find them book by j. The fantastic beasts and where to find them book is getting.
Rowling released a new edition of fantastic beasts and where to find them, originally published as a mocktextbook in 2001. Written under the pseudonym newt scamander, it is meant to be a copy of the inuniverse book fantastic beasts and where to find them. Fantastic beasts and where to find them signed by jk rowling us 1st edition 1st print paperback by j. Oct, 2016 fantastic beasts expanding from trilogy to 5 films october, 2016 12. Aug 03, 2017 jk rowlings return to harry potter makes her worlds richest author in 2017. Fantastic beasts and where to find them by newt scamander, an a to z listing of all beings magical and required reading for all firstyear hogwarts students, and quidditch through the ages by kennilworthy whisp. Inspired by the original hogwarts textbook by newt scamander, fantastic beasts and where to find them. Fantastic beasts and where to find them is a 2016 fantasy film directed by david yates.
The british library is releasing two harry potter books to honor the series 20year anniversary, though, theyre not written by jk rowling herself. The original screenplay marks the screenwriting debut of j. A set textbook at hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry since publication, newt scamanders masterpiece has entertained wizarding families through the generations. Fantastic beasts expanding from trilogy to 5 films october, 2016 12. Rowlings original story, it takes place in 1920s new york city and follows newt scamander eddie redmayne, a magizoologist and author of a hogwarts textbook that catalogs magical creatures. Now, in this updated edition with a new foreword by newt himself and the unveiling of six beasts little known outside the american wizarding community, muggles too have the chance to discover where the thunderbird lives, what the puffskein eats, and. Scamanders years of travel and research have created a tome of unparalleled importance. Jk rowlings return to harry potter makes her worlds. Now, in this updated edition with a new foreword by newt himself and the unveiling of six beasts little known outside the american wizarding community, muggles too have the chance to discover where.
His interest in fabulous beasts was encouraged by his mother, who was an enthusiastic breeder of fancy hippogriffs. Rowling shared the news in front of a worldwide audience of fans. Rowling attends the world premiere of fantastic beasts and where to find them in new york. When magizoologist newt scamander arrives in new york, he intends his stay. Check out exclusive interviews with the cast and creators as well as. The adventures of writer newt scamander in new yorks secret community of witches and wizards seventy years before harry potter reads his book in school. Rowling and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Rowling releases another bestselling book in time for next years list. Fantastic beasts is now in its fiftysecond edition. The new book, which is set to be released in march, will include a fo.
In fantastic beasts and where to find them, an extension of the popular j. In a spirit of friendship he summoned all beings to meet with the wizards at a summit to discuss new. The 2017 edition of this essential companion to the harry potter stories included a new foreword from j. Upon graduation from hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry, mr.
Rowling s original story, it takes place in 1920s new york city and follows newt scamander eddie redmayne, a magizoologist and author of a hogwarts textbook that catalogs magical creatures. Jk rowlings return to harry potter makes her worlds richest author in 2017. Rowling under the pen name of the fictitious author newt scamander about the magical creatures in the harry potter universe. Rowling loves more than adding new fodder to the harry potter canon. I owned the original paper copy that came out for comic releif when i was a child, and that had loads of funny annotations and stuff from harry and ron which i did not. Fantastic beasts and where to find them the rowling library. Harry potter author jk rowling announces updated version.
From basilisks to jarveys to werewolves, this book covers all the magical beasts youve only heard of and will introduce you to a host of new ones you havent. The magical exhibit will feature the history of magic. Rowling in her screenwriting debut, inspired by her 2001 guide book of the same name. Nov 18, 2016 in fantastic beasts and where to find them, an extension of the popular j. This is the 2017 edition of the hogwarts library ebook, featuring bespoke cover artwork from olly moss and a new foreword from j. Rowling announced that she would be opening a harry potter exhibit at the british library in celebration of the harry potter series 20year anniversary. In this comprehensively updated edition, eagleeyed readers will spot a number of new beasts and an intriguing new authors note.
A few sections were removed, including all of rowlings handwritten parts, some new content was added, and a handful of lines were edited to ensure consistency with the new movies. It is assumed to be a new copy as it does not feature any handwritten notes. The author biography on the british library website tells us that both books were written by the british librarys curatorial team. Rowlings screenwriting debut is captured in this exciting hardcover edition of the fantastic beasts and where to find them screenplay. Mar 14, 2017 fantastic beasts and where to find them is an indispensable introduction to the magical beasts of the wizarding world. Jul 20, 2017 new harry potter books to be published in 2017. My first reaction to your announcement that there will be five more fantastic beasts movies was horror. Scholastic, bloomsbury, and pottermore have pulled the invisibility cloak off the new edition of fantastic beasts the original fantastic beasts book. This is a fine copy of this book in a fine dustjacket,which has no chips or tears to the outer edges of the wrapper. Released in march 2001, fantastic beasts and where to find them is the most complete a to z listing of magical beasts that exists. Fantastic beasts and where to find them often referred to as simply fantastic beasts is a 2001 guide book written by british author j. Fantastic beasts and where to find them hogwarts library.
Jk rowling has announced an updated version of fantastic beasts and where to find them will be released with brand new content. About this book fantastic beasts and where to find them represents the fruit of many years travel and research. Rowling and her wizarding world partners have launched harry potter at home today to help children, parents, carers and teachers confined at home during the covid19 outbreak. Fantastic beasts by rowling, first edition abebooks. Fantastic beasts and where to find them is an indispensable introduction to the magical beasts of the wizarding world. Rowling, 9781408896945, available at book depository. Rowling writing as newt scamander and 6 new beasts. The crimes of grindelwald available now on bluray and digital. Harry potter author jk rowling announces updated version of. As much as we love jo, it looks like she wont be the author of the new books. Jan 05, 2017 the newly printed edition of the fantastic beasts and where to find them bonus book hits shelves march 14th, and will include six new magical creatures, along with a brand new forward from none. Jk rowlings return to harry potter makes her worlds richest. Check out exclusive interviews with the cast and creators as well as new pictures and teasers from the movie and beyond. Rowling still kept harry potter alive by other means, such as 2016s play harry potter and the cursed child, which shows harry in his late thirties.
A new edition of fantastic beasts and where to find them is available today, with six extra beasts and a new foreword from the pen of magizoologist newt scamander, bringing the original classic book up to date with the exciting developments in j. Harry potter and the cursed child takes over times square. The secrets of the spellbinding west end production are unlocked in a new book that contains previously unseen sketches and designs. Fantastic beasts and where to find them hogwarts library, newt scamander, j.
A joint british and american production, it is a spinoff of and prequel to the harry potter film series. Fantastic beasts and where to find them companion book. Another story, fantastic beasts and where to find them. Fantastic beasts and where to find them, newt scamanders classic compendium of magical creatures, has delighted generations of wizarding readers. Rowling will help tide over harry potter fans as they await book five, and raise money for a good cause. The newly printed edition of the fantastic beasts and where to find them bonus book hits shelves march 14th, and will include six new magical creatures, along. The first of these is that most fundamental question of all what is a. Rowling s screenwriting debut is captured in this exciting hardcover edition of the fantastic beasts and where to find them screenplay. Jan 05, 2017 jk rowling has announced an updated version of fantastic beasts and where to find them will be released with brand new content. Fantastic beasts and where to find them film wikipedia.
Rowling announces new harry potterinspired series fantastic beasts and where to find them. Last night harry potter and the cursed child unveiled its new creative approach with a bold times square billboard takeover. The crimes of grindelwald, is scheduled to be released on november 16, 2018. For newt scamanders book about magical creatures, click here. It also includes the beasts ministry classification of magical creatures. Reviewed in the united kingdom on 14 september 2017. This new paperback edition features the recently revised 2017 text, which includes six curious new creatures that inhabit the north american continent, and a new foreword from newt scamander that sheds fascinating light on the events. Mar 14, 2017 a new edition of fantastic beasts and where to find them is available today, with six extra beasts and a new foreword from the pen of magizoologist newt scamander, bringing the original classic book up to date with the exciting developments in j. Fantastic beasts and where to find them is an indispensable. Parents need to know that fantastic beasts and where to find them is a prequel to the harry potter movies. Imdb worked its magic to apparate onto the set of fantastic beasts and where to find them. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up.