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DLP interviews JKR?

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Mordac, Jul 30, 2007.

  1. Andro

    Andro Master of Death DLP Supporter

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    I don't think the administrators would allow us to create multiple accounts. Still, it'd make things a lot easier.
     
  2. Glernaj

    Glernaj Stab Executive DLP Supporter

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    It might be worth putting a bit of effort into. Hell, if we compile a decent enough list of questions, we might even get an answer. Odds against and interview are probably pretty high, but hey, might as well push for answers to questions. Though I'd recommend against letting her see any of Vash's stuff. Though that could be interesting...
     
  3. Manatheron

    Manatheron Headmaster

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    ... We already have a thread for any questions you might care to ask Glern. Just scroll down a little from this thread.
     
  4. Lhefriel_Medies

    Lhefriel_Medies Fifth Year

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    Or we could pose the situation as that we're a spinoff group from a major site, slightly more cynical and discontented with the conformity. And that we'd like to voice a few opinions that are slightly less than popular, and have the right to answers just as larger communities with varient viewpoint have. Like we're just curious about the background information on some of the less significant characters, such as Daphne or Tracey. Seeing as Dean Thomas has some immensely intricate background, we're curious as to see if these characters had any plans, as well as any other factions that are generally overlooked. We hope that it doesn't offend her too much and that she doesn't see any of BioPlague's or Vash's posts... And I think we might be golden.

    At least, it seems like a good idea. Much better than having each member make 10+ extra accounts and hoping J.K. is dumbass enough not to figure out that "thisperson" and "thatperson" are the same entity, with a possible relation to "whoperson". Though... speaking of how dumbass J.K. is... (Joking. Somewhat.)
     
  5. Manatheron

    Manatheron Headmaster

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    Are you guys serious? The multiple Account Idea was a joke, Though it's getting progressively more funny since many of you youngins seem to be considering it :p
     
  6. thisperson

    thisperson Denarii Host DLP Supporter

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    Well some people took it seriously after my post regarding handles I would choose, obviously the sarcasm smiley wasn't enough of a hint.

    We should definitely do something though, no point in not trying.
     
  7. Manatheron

    Manatheron Headmaster

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    Oh I agree, If someone can find an Address to e-mail it to I'll whip up an Intro for us and see if I can clean up the questions a little. I can't speak for anyone else, But I know my questions could use a little more clairity.


    More Questions:
    Why didn't anyone check up on Harry as he was growing up? the signs of neglect were there for certain.
    How Common is the 'Fidileus'(Sp Help please) Charm? It seems like an excellent way to protect yourself from uninvited guests, unwanted solicitors, and annoying siblings, why isn't it used more?
    How is it that Nobody suspected Peter of being the leak?
    How did the Marauders charm a piece of paper to display the layout of hogwarts, Especially including the names and location of all the beings that dwell within it? How did they manage to incorperate their personalities? How extensive is personality? do they have limited responses? or is it almost like a copy of a living mind?
     
  8. The-Hyphenated-One

    The-Hyphenated-One Chief Warlock DLP Supporter

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    Or is the map more like the sorting hat perhaps?
     
  9. Solomon

    Solomon Heir

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    Manatheron, as requested, SP help: The word is spelled "Fidelius."

    Also, if you do somehow manage to get an E-Mail address for JKR, do be careful with your basic grammar; there are a few grammar issues in there; most likely typos, but all the same. It would be best for us to sound as intelligent as is possible.

    A few questions for JKR, then:

    What is the name and incantation of the spell Snape and Voldemort used to fly?
    Why was it that, after Voldemort killed Harry in the forest, the ownership of the Elder Wand wasn't transferred to him?
    In the off chance that Muggles would have an extremely good reason for trying to enter an area with Muggle repellents, would the repellents still work?
     
  10. Lorelei of the Sea

    Lorelei of the Sea Unspeakable

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    Question- how do you become an Animagus? How long does it take for a fully trained wizard to become one, and why aren't there more animagi? (is animagi the plural?)
     
  11. nick012000

    nick012000 First Year

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    What is Wizarding America like?

    How come more wizards don't use guns in the recent civil war? Are they ineffective against wizards, or is it just because of their rarity in modern-day Britain?

    How does the anti-tech field surrounding Hogwarts work?

    Why is there a complete lack of sex ed at what amounts to a high school? Isn't that a bit irresponsable on the part of the staff?
     
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  12. thisperson

    thisperson Denarii Host DLP Supporter

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    1. How would magical interference with electronics go about?

    If they are in a city surrounded by technology, wouldn't the circuitry surrounding so little magic cause the magic to malfunction, just like Hogwarts surrounds electronics with so much magic that it literally causes the electronic devices to go haywire.

    One would think that the role concerning magical interference and elctronical interference could be reversed given the correct circumstances.
     
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  13. 007_rock

    007_rock DA Member

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    It can't be reversed because magic is...... well magic.

    Electronics work based on physics and magic manipulates it unexplainably. Well that would be the answer to your question, I guess.

    We should atleast try to get an interview, even if we fail we can always say that we tried rather than give up.
     
  14. Dubrichius

    Dubrichius Groundskeeper

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    Here's a good question, imo, to ask Rowling:

    How exactly does the Killing Curse kill its victims?
     
  15. The-Hyphenated-One

    The-Hyphenated-One Chief Warlock DLP Supporter

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    I can't remember if this is canon or fanon, but doesn't the killing curse severe the connection from the soul to the body?
     
  16. deathinapinkboa

    deathinapinkboa Minister of Magic

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    That is fanon. Besides, Dementors do that and they don't kill you.
     
  17. Oberon

    Oberon First Year

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    Your best bet is contact the editor and ask to arrange an online chat between JRK and DPL

    Authur Levine
    C/O Authur Levine Books
    557 Broadway
    New York, NY 10012

    If you're lucky someone over there will read your request and give you the contact info for JRK's publicist.
    If you're really lucky, someone over there might acutually have the leverage to arrange the chat.

    You might also try JKR's agent Christopher Little

    Christopher Little Literary Agency
    Eel Brook Studios
    125 Moore Park Road
    London
    SW6 4PS
    United Kingdom

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7736 4455
    Try both to increase your chance that someone might actually rad it.

    P.S. You might have better luck if you actually know
    the name of the person that handles JKR's account.
    Not impossible to find out, just make a few calls to them
    and ask for the person responsible. If you ask nicely/professionally,there's a good chance that the receptionist might drop a lastname. Otherwise, hope for an automated responce then addressall future requests to the name on the autoreponce.
     
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  18. Oberon

    Oberon First Year

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    Address corrospondance for Christopher Little to Emma Schlesinger. Apparently this person might be in on the loop. She has been on the record recently to deny Rowling is working on a crime novel.
     
  19. Spacks

    Spacks Order Member DLP Supporter

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    Rofl.

    Someone skype her.
     
  20. Tehan

    Tehan Avatar of Khorne DLP Supporter

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    Good luck getting an interview if all you guys want to do is run in and out of plot holes, cackling madly. Besides, it may be entertaining, but do you really want to deal with the constant flood of insulted fangirls that would result?