#478: How MuggleNet Created a Harry Potter Encyclopedia

<ul> <li>Welcome to the show Marissa, co-author of <a href="https://www.mugglenet.com/2020/06/the-unofficial-harry-potter-character-compendium-is-mugglenets-first-book-in-over-a-decade-get-yours-now/">MuggleNet's new Character Compendium</a>, available now in bookstores everywhere!</li> <li>MuggleMail has Umbridge fever! An e-mail from Matt suggests actress Olivia Coleman for the future role of Umbridge in a Harry Potter TV series! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jd3r_Id78ck">Here is a highlight reel</a> for your consideration.</li> <li>Should MuggleCast make Umbridge pillows that you can punch? And, finally, a mention of Umbridge from <em>Half-Blood Prince</em> is brought to our attention.</li> <li>In our Main Discussion, we ask Marissa about the creation of <a href="https://amzn.to/3kP0ibP"><em>The Unofficial Harry Potter Character Compendium: MuggleNet's Ultimate Guide to Who's Who in the Wizarding World</em></a>. How did this book come about, how did they gather information on over 700 characters, and which characters stood out to her in her research?!</li> <li>Special sections in the Barnes &amp; Noble edition discuss MuggleNet's favorite non-canon characters, and who is the REAL hero of the Harry Potter series?</li> <li>What is the role of a fan site in 2020? We discuss the early days of MuggleNet and where it stands today</li> <li>The hosts play <em>GUESS. THAT. CHARACTER!</em> </li> <li>Quizzitch: What is Daisy Pennifold known for?</li> <li>This week's episode is sponsored by Quip! Visit <a href="https://getquip.com/muggle">GetQuip.com/muggle</a> and get your first refill FREE.</li> <li>Join our community at <a href="http://www.patreon.com/mugglecast">Patreon.com/MuggleCast</a> and receive magical benefits, including Bonus MuggleCast!</li> </ul> <div><br> </div>