All 7 Harry Potter Books Will Be Reimagined In New Full-Cast Audiobook Productions

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My niece just got done telling me, "Aunt Haley, I can't believe you've only seen the movies! The Harry Potter books are SO much better!" Obviously, I know she's right — everyone tells me the books are better, but I just can't seem to find the time to dig into what feels like such a massive literary undertaking. And while that probably sounds dramatic, I know I'm not alone, which is why I'm so excited about the upcoming Harry Potter audiobooks!

Varietyreports that Audible and Pottermore Publishing are set to release all seven book recordings with a mighty cast of actors for each character. While the beloved books and the incredible stories within won't change, we can't wait to see — or er, hear — what new life these actors breathe into them. Here's everything we know about the updated Harry Potter audiobooks!

Who's recording the new Harry Potter audiobooks?

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None of the voice actors for the Harry Potteraudiobooks have been announced yet. All we know is that there are 100+ actors involved in this exciting production.

When are the new Harry Potter audiobooks coming out?

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According to Variety we'll get these new Harry Potter audiobooks in "late 2025." However, we won't get all seven audiobooks at once — each will come out sequentially.

Are there any other Harry Potter audiobooks?

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The original 1999 audiobooks, performed by Stephen Fry and Jim Dale are always a crowd favorite among Potterheads. Outside of the original books, Audible has other audiobooks available in the Harry Potter universe. They include:

  • “The Tales of Beedle the Bard” read by Jude Law
  • “Harry Potter: A History of Magic” read by Natalie Dormer
  • “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” read by Eddie Redmayne
  • “Quidditch Through the Ages” read by Andrew Lincoln

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As far as I'm concerned, 2024 is Daisy Edgar-Jones' year. The Normal People actress captured our hearts with her role as Kate in Twisters (as well as her viral Hot Ones interview with Glen Powell and "Apple" TikTok dance). But while Kate led a pretty adventurous life, her risk threshold is nothing compared to Daisy's newest character, Muriel, in On Swift Horses.

Living in post-Korean War California, Muriel's life with her husband Lee is disrupted when Lee's brother Julius arrives in all his addictive, charming glory. The film, based on Shannon Pufahl's 2019 book of the same name, made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7. Here's everything you need to know.

What is On Swift Horses about?

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On Swift Horses Plot

Muriel begins a new life with her husband Lee when he returns to California from the Korean War. But the life they're building together — and their future — changes forever when Lee's brother Julius, a headstrong gambler, arrives. Julius is attractive, charismatic, and hiding plenty of secrets.

According to the official synopsis, "when Julius takes off in search of the young card cheat he’s fallen for, Muriel’s longing for something more propels her into a secret life of her own, gambling on racehorses and exploring a love she never dreamed possible."

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The story explores LGBTQ+ identity and desire in the 1950s, but does so with a hopeful tone rather than a devastating one. “The first scenes that we filmed were the scenes we had together, so we got all of that done with—when we were apart, we had put the groundwork in,” Daisy tells Vanity Fair of working with Jacob, who adds, "I believe Taylor Swift calls it an invisible string.”

"I loved the connection between gambling and risk-taking, and pushing the boundaries of her desire and what she’s looking for,” Daisy adds. “Muriel’s rebellion throughout the film is quite quiet, in the small ways in which she takes back her power by concealing things. A lot of what’s happening is behind closed doors.”

Who's in the cast of On Swift Horses?

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On Swift Horses Cast

On Swift Horses stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jacob Elordi, Will Poulter, Sasha Calle, and Diego Calva.

"It's not hard to make chemistry with Jacob because he's just so charismatic," Daisy said during a Q&A, via People, adding that the script "felt almost like reading poetry and so much of what happens is in the subtext."

"This movie is just about love,” Calle added. “It’s important to just feel that — whoever that might be, where that takes you. It’s important to feel that and to feel safe in it.”

Has On Swift Horses been released?

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On Swift Horses Release Date

On Swift Horses premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, and is currently looking for a distributor. Check back here for news on its release date!

Read up on Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh's We Live In Time, which also premiered at TIFF last week!

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There are a few dystopian stories that feel so relevant, they almost feel like nonfiction, and readers have always considered Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale to be one of those stories. The book was published in 1985 to rave reviews, and when Hulu adapted the novel into a TV show in 2017, it became the first streaming series to win the Emmy for Outstanding Drama Series. No big deal!

Fans have been waiting for news on the show ever since the season 5 finale aired in November of 2022, and after a nearly two-year wait, The Handmaid's Tale season 6 is finally in production. Here's everything you need to know about the final installment of the hit series.

Is there a season 6 of Handmaid's Tale release date?

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We don't have an exact release date for The Handmaid's Tale season 6 yet, but we do know it'll premiere in the spring of 2025. That means we could see it anywhere from March to May. The eligibility period for the Emmys ends in May, meaning the show will be eligible for 2025 Emmys consideration! The Handmaid's Tale season 6 was scheduled to film in 2023 but was delayed due to last summer's Hollywood strikes.

On September 7, actress Elisabeth Moss posted an image from set. "Guess who's back? Production on the final season has officially started," the caption reads. In addition to starring as June, Moss will direct the first episode of season 6.

What is The Handmaid's Tale season 6 about?

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The Handmaid's Tale season 6 is sure to pick up right where season 5 left off: June and Nichole board a train for Vancouver (to later transfer to a boat bound for Hawaii), while Luke stays behind at the train station and is arrested for the death of a truck driver who attempted to assassinate June. On the train, June is reunited with Serena and Noah.

Who's in the cast of The Handmaid's Tale season 6?

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The Handmaid's Tale stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, and Sam Jaeger. Sydney Sweeney, Alexis Bledel, and McKenna Grace have also had roles on the show.

Alexis Bledel won the Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in 2018!

Is The Handmaid's Tale done?

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The show is almost done! The Handmaid's Tale season 6 will be the last installment of the series.

Is The Testaments going to be a series?

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Yes, Margaret Atwood's 2019 novel The Testaments will be a Hulu TV show. The book revolves around Aunt Lydia from The Handmaid's Tale (played by Ann Dowd in both series), Agnes, who lives in Gilead, and Daisy, who lives in Canada. Bruce Miller, who was the showrunner for the first five seasons of The Handmaid's Tale, will be showrunner for The Testaments.

Are you excited for The Handmaid's Tale season 6? Check back here for the latest news on the series.

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Emily Henry fans rejoice! After the release of Funny Story on April 23, 2024, and all the news about the People We Meet On Vacation movie and Happy Place TV show, we finally have the title of Emily Henry's newest book: Great Big Beautiful Life. The author teased the novel in the September 6 installment of her Emily's Grocery List newsletter, revealing that the book is actually one of the most difficult ones she's written.

"This book poured out of me, back in the winter/spring after the longest writing break I’d taken in a full decade," she says in the email. "You might also have heard me in interviews talk about how hard this book has been since that first draft. (Very.) This book is different than anything I’ve written before but also feels like a really natural extension of what I’ve been doing the last few years."

Here's everything you need to know about Great Big Beautiful Life — including when you can read it.

What is the title of Emily Henry's new book?

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Emily Henry's newest book is called Great Big Beautiful Life. When Henry offered clues in her newsletter (saying, "It’s more than two words long. I’ve already hidden it in a grocery list. It starts with an adjective."), readers started guessing it'd begin with "Great" — especially since she bolded the word at the start of the email!

When is Great Big Beautiful Life coming out?

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Great Big Beautiful Life will be published on April 22, 2025.

What is the new Emily Henry book about?

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We don't have all the specifics about the Great Big Beautiful Life plot just yet, but Emily Henry did give email subscribers a teaser.

"There is, of course, a love story and a vacation and complicated family dynamic and all the things I’ve always found myself drawn toward," she says, "but there’s also something else, and I’m both overjoyed and terrified to be able to share it more about it with you so soon (!!!). Including which T. Swift song it most closely correlates to, since I know that some of you will ask. (Another hint: It’s on Folklore.)" (My guess is "The Last Great American Dynasty").

"It’s very much a love story, and there is a romance in it. But it feels like a slight departure, but in a way that I think will be really exciting to the readers," Henry told TODAY in April. "It was the best first draft experience I’ve had since Beach Read, where writing the first draft, I felt so connected to the characters, and I was getting really emotional for them. And usually, I don’t really find that until later drafts."

This new story element is sure to add even more depth and complexity to this new Emily Henry book. The author has already written some sci-fi, so I'm wondering if Great Big Beautiful Life is going to be a historical fiction. Or if it'll be a love triangle à la Taylor Swift's Folklore love triangle. If you love drawing parallels between Taylor Swift and Emily Henry as much as I do, check out Reading Emily Henry? There's A Taylor Swift Album For Every Book.

What is the best Emily Henry book to start with?

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You can read the Emily Henry books in any order you like, but I'd recommend starting with Beach Read. It's a great introduction to Henry's writing and it's unique and emotional while still having all the elements any romance reader will enjoy.

Emily Henry's other books include People We Meet on Vacation, Book Lovers (my personal favorite), Funny Story, and Happy Place.

Are Emily Henry books connected?

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Emily Henry's books aren't directly connected with one another (meaning you can read them in whichever order you like), but they do mention each other's characters, like how Book Lovers mentions a book published by Beach Read's January Andrews.

What do you think Emily Henry's new book Great Big Beautiful Life will be about? Let us know on Facebook and check out All The Emily Henry Books Being Turned Into Movies for the latest news on Henry's adaptations!

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While I may not be going into the office at this point in my career, I used to work in a very corporate setting and had a pretty lengthy commute to get there. So, I'd like to think I'm fairly well-verse in corporate dressing, and what are the absolute essentials that you need. In lieu of this, I thought I'd share with you the pieces that I think are the most essential to getting dressed, and making your corporate life easier... but with a bit of a chic twist, because everyone likes pieces that are functional and fashionable. At least, I know I do! From chic work bags, to an easy, everyday outfit essential like a two piece set, I've got it all! Keep reading to see all the fun pieces that will truly make getting ready for your corporate work day easier!

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Cicy Bell Two Piece Set

A good two-piece-set is an essential for a work wardrobe. It's been my go-to for years, because it eliminates the stress of picking out an outfit first thing in the morning, and makes getting dressed so simple. Plus, it looks elevated and chic! I love wearing these pieces together or even separate! Throw on a tote bag, and you're all set to go!

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HOTOUCH Simple Button Down

A good, classic button down is another staple for getting dressed for the office! It can be worn in so many different outfit combinations, depending on what you have planned. You can wear it with jeans and boots if you're going for dinner after work, or you can style it more formally with trousers— the options are endless. Grab this chic blouse for only $30!

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Tronjori Wide Leg Trousers

Wide leg trousers are incredible because, not only are they practical and professional, but they're also insanely comfortable as well. The wide leg helps to elongate your figure, but they're baggy enough that they will literally feel like sweatpants! And these comfy ones are only $27, so you're getting a great deal as well!

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Arach&Cloz Sweater Vest

As we all know, fall is almost upon us, and that means sweater weather season is just around the corner! This sweater vest is a great transitional piece to wear to the office, and it's in this great autumnal brown color that I love! You can style it with the wide leg pants mentioned before, and a fun statement belt for a chic office look!

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ANRABESS Cable Knit Sweater

My favorite thing about a cable knit sweater is that they look so chic in summer thrown over your shoulders when you're wearing a dress, but they're also great for those chilly in-office days in the fall when you want to be worn. This sweater is so affordable, but it still looks very elegant with the slim-fit and V-neck detail. Definitely an essential for the office!

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The Drop Long Black Blazer

If you don't already own a classic black blazer, then now's the time to grab one! Amazon has this great long blazer that has a slight oversized fit, and the quality is a 10/10 for how affordable it is. Style it like above for a simple yet chic look with jeans, boots, and a white tee.

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PRETTYGARDEN Midi Skirt

Wanting to feel a little more cutesy at the office? This adorable green midi skirt is the perfect way to do that, while still looking nice and profesh for the office! If you have a more casual office, you can even wear it with sneakers to make it a little more comfortable and on-trend.

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Przene 3 Blue Light Glasses

For most of us working gals, we're usually staring at a screen for a majority of the day, whether that be a work computer or a phone. A couple months ago, I started getting these intense migraines, and realized that the screens were, indeed, the culprit. So, I bought these blue light glasses, and they have saved the day for me throughout the work week. Hot girls protect their eyes, so grab these cute glasses that come in 3 different colors for you to choose from on the daily.

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LOVEVOOK Laptop Bag

One of the most important essentials is a good work bag that's functional, but still equally as cute. This camel leather laptop bag will do just that! It will fit your laptop, as well as storing compartments for papers, pens, and any other essentials! You'll definitely want to add this to your wardrobe to go with all of your cute work fits!

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GOLDTIMO Lunchbox

Gone are the days of throwing your Tupperware into your workbag, and risking a mess on your work items. Chic lunchboxes are so in, and I am here for it. They help keep your lunch cool and protected, but also hide the fact that you're carrying a lunchbox. To the outside world, it would just seem like your handbag, which I'm so obsessed with!

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Fall decorhas the ability to transform any room from drab to cozy with a few key accent pieces, but we have our eyes on the only things that truly make couch or bed rotting worth it — throw blankets. We know comforters and bedding sets are great and all, but who wants to lug their comforter to their couch every day?

We could use something that's a little more lightweight and allows us to curl up with our new bookssans getting overheated. If that's up your alley, here's 16 of the coziest blankets we've found on Amazon!

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Snuggle Sac Leopard Print Throw Blanket

If you look at this throw blanket too quick, you might miss its low key leopard pattern. It almost looks like a random circle designs instead of the fashionable fall print we're used to, but that's what we love about it. It's also ultra soft and comes packaged with a nice ribbon around it.

You can wash it after you've spent one too many cozy nights cuddling underneath it and dry it on a no-heat cycle.

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Bedsure Sage Green Throw Blanket

This gorgeous throw blanket has the best premium microfiber you've ever felt. It's also lightweight, so it won't feel like you're wrapped tight inside of a pizza oven. Oh, and the dying techniques used for this sage color makes this throw blanket practically fade-resistant.

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Bedsure Ultra Soft Throw Blanket

If you've never had a reversible throw blanket before, it's time to join the dark side. All jokes aside, one side is completely fleece while the other has a luxe sherpa texture you'll enjoy. That's double the fluffiness and nap-inducing warmth!

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LOMAO Sherpa Fleece Throw Blanket

Made of 100% polyester, this throw blanket is as soft as it is durable. We think the checkered design makes it great for college students who'll be on campus during the cooler months. It's perfect for those late night study sessions where you need to stay warm while you flip through flash cards with your roomies.

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Exclusivo Mezcla Fleece Throw Blanket

This microfiber polyester throw blanket is the lightweight, yet warm reading companion you need this fall. It has a jacquard pattern on one side, while the other is made of smooth flannel. That's all we need to hear!

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Maetoow Chenille Chunky Knit Throw Blanket

Everyone doesn't love polyester, so we have something that we think you'll like way better — a 100% chenille chunky knit blanket! The density of has been increased, meaning the knit is less loose and less likely to shed. That's always good news for anyone who doesn't want to find remnants of their blanket on their sofa or bed sheets.

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LURKA Checkered Throw Blanket

This lightweight, checkered blanket isn't just the softest living room addition you can snag right now — it also has temperature-regulating properties! Don't be surprised if you find your fur baby curled up on it, though. They may claim it before you have a chance to read the next book in your TBR stash.

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DISSA Yellow Fleece Throw Blanket

"The best throw blanket doesn't exist" won't leave your mouth once this fleece option arrives at your doorstep. It has the comfiest microfiber flannel design that makes it soft and lightweight, plus it's easy to clean.

Toss it in your washing machine on a cold cycle and tumble dry it on low heat.

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PU MEI Reversible Sherpa Throw Blanket

This is a little bigger than your average blankets, but we say the more the merrier! Sherpa and flannel seem to be key to most of the cozy blankets we've found which is why you'll find them on either side of this throw!

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Puncuntex Super Soft Throw Blanket

Everyone needs at least one dark green throw blanket in their lives because it's one of the best fall colors (excuse our bias).

The plush microfiber is not only soft and breathable, but the color is also fade-resistant. It can give an otherwise minimalist living room a pop of color!

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Bedsure Cable Knit Throw Blanket

This farmhouse style blanket looks like it's meant for cozy evenings in the front of the fireplace. Even if you don't have a fireplace, we can see you sipping hot cocoa on your patio or balcony with this blanket draped around your shoulders.

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Cozy Bliss Faux Fur Throw Blanket

We can't stop thinking about Bambi while looking at this blanket, but luckily no animals were harmed while making it. It's another reversible design that has faux rabbit fur on one side and teddy sherpa on the other.

You'll get all the warmth that hibernating mammals have when they're resting — without the animal cruelty part.

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BEDELITE Fleece Blanket

Enjoy this simple fleece blanket as you curl up in bed to binge watch the Gilmore Girls. You'll feel cozy as you relive the moments that make us question Rory Gilmore's judgement.

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YUSOKI Sherpa Throw Blanket

Match your new pumpkin throw pillows from Amazon with this sherpa blanket! It's a little heavier than typical throw blankets, but that's not a bad thing if you want to create a little cocoon to read your book in.

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Blagic Knitted Throw Blanket

Made of 100% acrylic fabric, this silky blanket is fluffy and resistant to the sun's rays! It has an abstract design that feels vintage and might remind you of the blankets you used to fall asleep under at your grandparents' home.

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EVERGRACE Zebra Print Throw Blanket

This feather yarn blanket has all the makings of a stylish, yet cozy home decor piece. But, don't let the lightweight design fool you.

You'll still get the warmth you need and can trust that the Oeko-tex standard 100 certified rating means you have one of the best blankets on the market.

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