Wednesday, February 25, 2015

A rep for the actor told BuzzFeed News the reports are “pure conjecture.”



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Despite rumors that Jamie Dornan, aka Christian Grey, is leaving the Fifty Shades of Grey franchise, a rep for the actor told BuzzFeed News, "All press reports are pure conjecture as the studio has not committed to a sequel as yet."


Universal has yet to officially green light any further Fifty Shades films, despite its record-breaking opening weekend at the box office. A rep for the studio did not immediately reply to BuzzFeed News' request for comment.


Multiple reports that emerged in the U.K. press claimed Dornan was leaving Fifty Shades behind due to his wife, Amelia Warner's, discomfort with him partaking in such sexual activities on screen. Earlier this month, the actor told The Telegraph his wife "hasn't seen the film and I don't think she will, to be honest. I'd understand if she didn't want to." He added, "I think there's some stuff where my family and friends will never have seen that side of me before, but it wasn't enough to make me not want to do it."


So... Mr. Grey will see you soon?


So... Mr. Grey will see you soon?


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Tuesday, February 24, 2015

26 Children's Books That Celebrate Black History

From scientists and singers, to activists and artists: these books will teach children about black heroes.



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Harlem's Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence Mills by Renee Watson, illustrated by Christian Robinson.


Harlem's Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence Mills by Renee Watson, illustrated by Christian Robinson.


Who: Florence Mills (a singer — with a voice like a bird — who was popular during the Harlem Renaissance, appeared in shows on Broadway, and became an advocate for black performers).


Buy here.


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A Splash of Red: The Life and Art of Horace Pippin by Jen Bryant, illustrated by Melissa Sweet.


A Splash of Red: The Life and Art of Horace Pippin by Jen Bryant, illustrated by Melissa Sweet.


Who: Horace Pippin (an artist who overcame a war injury to his arm and went on to have his paintings displayed in museums all over the country).


Buy here.


Knopf Books for Young Readers


Dizzy by Jonah Winter, illustrated by Sean Qualls.


Dizzy by Jonah Winter, illustrated by Sean Qualls.


Who: Dizzy Gillespie (a trumpeter, bandleader, and composer who popularized the bebop style of jazz).


Buy here.


Arthur A. Levine Books




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Can You Guess The Classic Novel From A One-Star Amazon Review?

These reviewers really hated these books. Pick which book you think matches the bad review.


18 Things All Writers Wish They Could Say

“I just sold my book for one million billion dollars, so consider this my two weeks’ notice.”


"I write every day."


"I write every day."


I write ... text messages every day.


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"I can spend the entire day pouring thoughts onto the page."



When I am not at my job that I need to survive.


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Can You Guess The "Harry Potter" Character From A Detail On Their Costumes?

This is really difficult.



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Which "Harry Potter" Character Matches Your Zodiac Sign?

It’s like an astrological sorting hat.


The 19 Funniest Neil Gaiman Tweets Of All Time

Neil Gaiman wins Twitter.




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34 Of The Most Magical Sentences In The "Harry Potter" Books

I asked Twitter for their favourite quotes from the Harry Potter books. Here are some of the best responses...



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Suggested by @blairbd


“Mr. and Mrs. Dursley, of number four Privet Drive, were proud to say that they were perfectly normal, thank you very much.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone


Suggested by @GabrielleAvis


"I am not worried, Harry," said Dumbledore, his voice a little stronger despite the freezing water. "I am with you.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince


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“You're a wizard, Harry.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone


Suggested by @karspearhollow


“But you know, happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban


Suggested by @katickmack85



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“Ah, music," he said, wiping his eyes. "A magic beyond all we do here!”


– J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone


Suggested by @EMentior


“I am what I am, an’ I’m not ashamed. 'Never be ashamed,’ my ol’ dad used ter say, ‘there’s some who’ll hold it against you, but they’re not worth botherin’ with.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire


Suggested by @NickiReeder



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Suggested by @kholmes721


"Never trust anything that can think for itself if you can’t see where it keeps its brain."


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets


Suggested by @triciaennis


“There are some things you can't share without ending up liking each other, and knocking out a twelve-foot mountain troll is one of them.”


– J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone


Suggested by @kaymstocks



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"It's wingardium leviOsa, not leviosAH."


– J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone


Suggested by @lindseynotlohan


"There is no need to call me Sir, Professor.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince


Suggested by @lucyalicebirch



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“'I'm not going to be murdered,' Harry said out loud.


'That's the spirit, dear,' said his mirror sleepily.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban


Suggested by @luciaennis


"You sort of start thinking anything’s possible if you’ve got enough nerve."


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince


Suggested by @triciaennis



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"It is our choices, Harry, that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities."


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets


Suggested by @sarahmackie2


"It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends."


– J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone


Suggested by @candyheilman



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"Just because you have the emotional range of a teaspoon doesn't mean we all have.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix


Suggested by @Rosiehowarth


"'He is dead!' Narcissa Malfoy called to the watchers."


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows


Suggested by @saumya_96



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“Really Hagrid, if you are holding out for universal popularity, I'm afraid you will be in this cabin for a very long time”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire


Suggested by @luciaennis


“Chaos reigned.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows


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"Give her hell from us, Peeves!"


– J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix


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“Until the very end.”


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows


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"Oculus Reparo!"


– J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone


Suggested by @wanderlustylife


"After all this time?"


"Always," said Snape.


― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows


Suggested by @katie_brennan



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Sunday, February 22, 2015

8 Magical And Delicious Harry Potter Cocktails

Getting an Exceeds Expectations on your potions N.E.W.T is easier than you’d think.



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The subtle science and exact art of potion-making (that's "bartending," to Muggles) is difficult, but it can be mastered.


The subtle science and exact art of potion-making (that's "bartending," to Muggles) is difficult, but it can be mastered.


According to Professor Snape, a good potion can "bewitch the mind and ensnare the senses." You can "bottle fame, brew glory, and even put a stopper in death," if you know what you're doing. While some of these goals are a little out of range to us Muggles, a good time is not. So here are some recipes that will get you drunk, honor the wizard within, and hopefully earn you some serious house points.


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Unicorn Blood


Unicorn Blood


"The blood of a unicorn will keep you alive, even if you are an inch from death, but at a terrible price. You have slain something pure and defenseless to save yourself, and you will have but a half-life, a cursed life, from the moment the blood touches your lips." — Firenze the Centaur


Bummer, huh? Luckily this cocktail won't lead to a cursed life — just a fun night.


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21 Books To Read When You're Going Through Heartbreak

They’ll love you more than an ex ever could.



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Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed



"After ending the worst relationship of my life, this book allowed me to cry, to mourn, to completely break down, and finally to feel hopeful and empowered. The last two emotions had been missing from my life for a long time at that point, and it was so good to feel them again." —Angela Greco, Facebook


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Tender Is the Night by F. Scott Fitzgerald



"I read Tender Is the Night a month before the end of a relationship I knew was on the skids. It taught me that people change, and the fact that at one time you cared for someone doesn't mean you should drag out what, at present, amounts to a terrible relationship." —Tess van den Dolder, Facebook


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