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[Jemma]

Hello my wonderful friends!

I have something very exciting to announce... As of August this year I will be re-reading the Harry Potter series. The decision came from a nearly three year period of not reading it, as well as a long deserved holiday with my cousin in North Queensland starting July 31st (coincidence? I think not). We have always shared our adoration for Harry and his heroics and are extremely excited to be re-reading all of the books again.

So there I was thinking about Harry, books and the sun, and I realised that I would love to share the experience with all of you lovely people.

What will it involve you ask?
Well I'm thinking at this point it will be similar to our monthly read-alongs with the break downs of sections of the books. I'm hoping to maybe include some quizzes, challenges and games, but that will depend on how many people want to join in. This readathon won't be structured as such, and you are all certainly welcome to read through at your own pace.

So whether you are reading the series for the first time or, like me, the bajillionth time, read it with us. Let us know how you are going with your journey on here or with #Harryathon2015 on Twitter and/or Instagram.

If you're interested and keen to join in, let me know by messaging me or leaving a comment on this forum. Also, if you have any suggestions (see above sentence). :D xo

[Keri]

This actually coincides nicely with another Harry Potter readathon that I found out about today, which is going on from now until the end of August. It's not structured or anything, but it uses the hashtag #BacktoHogwarts15.

Personally, I really want to reread the Harry Potter books. I've actually got the Philosopher's Stone audio book reserved from my library, so I might be going through the series on audio. I'm definitely game for quizzes and challenges. Sounds like fun!

[Jemma]

The hashtag idea is awesome! I'll try and come up with something creative for ours.
I'm so glad that you are going to join in! :) xo