Pullman in the Sunday Times
Posted on December 2, 2007 by jessia

Philip Pullman has contributed an editorial for this week’s Sunday Times, defending his story in face of the religious controversy raised by the Catholic League. He also defends Christ Weitz and New Line Cinema from fans’ preemptive criticism. He finds himself happy with the film treatment of his story and says: “The movie isn’t perfect, but then neither is the book: if you want perfection, go and read a haiku.” Read more.



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Pullman at Brunei Gallery
Posted on December 2, 2007 by Ian

An advertisement has featured in the print version of The Guardian newspaper twice within the last week, advertising a discussion between John Mullan and Philip Pullman for the Guardian book club on December 20th at the Brunei Gallery (on Thornhaugh Street next to the main SOAS building) in London. The evening begins at 6.30pm (for a 7pm start) and will apparently also feature a ‘Christmas’ quiz.

Ticket prices are 10 GBP per person, and included in the price is a glass of wine and a mince pie. To buy, you should either phone 020 7886 9281 or email book.club@guardian.co.uk.

As there is no mention of this event on the internet, those of you who are interested should perhaps check the Guardian during the upcoming week for further details.



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Rough Guide to His Dark Materials Contest Winner
Posted on December 1, 2007 by Ian

Our contest to win a copy of the Rough Guide to His Dark Materials has now closed. Many thanks for all entries we received! The judging is now complete and a winner has been chosen. So our congratulations (and of course a copy of the Rough Guide to His Dark Materials) go to Christine D. in the United States for her entry:

  • Lyra, the new Eve, destroys the usurper self-named God while restoring
    the conscious spirit, Dust in a universal war.

Other highlights selected by the judges included:

  • Two children, a witch, a bear, and a cowboy save Hell. By Earl S.
  • Learn with a child: There is sin that shall save humanity, for it’s what binds us to our souls. By Benjamin S.

Thank you to everybody who entered, and don’t forget to enter our contest for the chance to win a copy of The Golden Compass for PS2!



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His Dark Materials’ Guide Books Round Up
Posted on December 1, 2007 by Ian

The Guardian Books Blog currently has a blog by Ann Giles entitled How a trilogy became a library, discussing how the multitude of guide books to His Dark Materials differ and which books suit whom best. The comments afterwards contain some interesting points, including input from writers Laurie Frost and George Beahm. You can read the blog in full here.



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Videogame Chat with Dakota; Puzzle; Contest!
Posted on December 1, 2007 by Will



The Golden Compass videogame has recently been released across all major gaming platforms. Thanks to Sega, we’ve 5 copies of the PS2 version of the game to give away. To be in with a chance of winning, email us with the answer to this question: What is Dakota Blue Richards’ favourite videogame?

The contest closes 7th December and is open to North American & UK residents only – please include your address with your entry.

We also have an interview with Dakota for you. Dakota was asked how she finds the videogame, what she thinks of the model of herself in the game; what consoles she owns and what games she plays.

Finally, if you complete this puzzle game, you can download some exclusive wallpapers of the movie & game.



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