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The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling is now available for pre-order on Amazon.  This book of fairy tales was written to supplement the Harry Potter series and will be published in two new editions on December 4, 2008.  The Standard Edition features all five fairy tales from the original The Tales of Beedle the Bard, a new introduction by J.K. Rowling, illustrations reproduced from the original handcrafted book, and commentary on each of the tales by Professor Albus Dumbledore.   Amazon’s exclusive Collector’s Edition includes a reproduction of J.K. Rowling’s handwritten introduction, as well as 10 additional illustrations not found in the Standard Edition.

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In the United States and all around the world, there are thousands of individuals who enjoy the hobby of sci-fi collecting. While many science fiction collectors choose to collect action figures, models, and other valuable collectibles, these are not the only items that can be collected. Many sci-fi collectors also choose to collect DVDs.

When it comes to starting a collecting of science fiction movies, there are many new collectors who wonder how they can get started. First, collectors must examine their goals. For example, are you interested in collecting sci-fi movies to watch or just to collect, or would you like to do both? The answer to this question is important.
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Vin Diesel brings us the latest science fiction action-packed thriller for the summer, Babylon A.D. based on Maurice G. Dantec’s novel, Babylon Babies. Directed by Mathieu Kassovitz who brought us Gothika, Babylon A.D. is set in the near future with Vin playing a mercenary who is charged with delivering a package from Eastern Europe to the United States in just six days.

The package turns out to be a young woman named Aurora played by Melanie Thierry who must get there and ostensibly save the world. Diesel plays Toorop and we also have Rebeka played by Michelle Yeoh as they set out to get Thierry safely to the U.S. and change the course of history.

There are a couple of  problems with Toroop going to the United States, not the least of which, he’s considered a terrorist by the U.S. government and everyone’s out to get him and stop Aurora. It is rumored that parts of the film were cut and the theatrical release is only 93 minutes long. If you would like to read the full article, go over to Sci-Fi.

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Are you interested in starting your own sci-fi collection? Or, have you just started doing so? If so, you are urged to take the time to examine proper care and storage. While a large number of sci-fi collectible items, including model kits and figurines, have the potential to increase in value, that final value will be impacted by the care received.

Before focusing on ways that collectors, such as yourself, can properly care for and store sci-fi collectibles, it is first important to touch on goals. Many science fiction collectors have a number of different reasons and purposes for starting a collection. These purposes may include a love or fan following of sci-fi movies, books, and television shows. On the other hand, there are many sci-fi collectors who are referred to as investors. These collectors invest in science fiction collectibles with the hopes of later reselling them for a profit. What type of sci-fi collector are you?

For many science fiction collectibles to retain their values, all collectibles that are new should be left in their original packages. Collectors are urged against removing these packages, especially just for the sole purpose of seeing what was purchased. Even those who collect for a love of this intriguing genre are encouraged to leave all sci-fi collectibles in their original packages. This is important, as many hobbyists later find their goals shifting towards profits.
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Sci-fi collecting is a hobby that is enjoyed by individuals of all ages, as well as a hobby that is enjoyed by individuals all around the world. Science fiction collectors are individuals who specialize in the collecting of science fiction merchandise. While many sci-fi collectors focus most of their attention on sci-fi figurines and other models, there are many other sci-fi themed items available for sales. Depending your collecting goals, these items may be of great interest to you.

Once you have decided that you would like to start your own sci-fi collection, you will want to get started with making your purchases. After all, buying science fiction figurines and other collectible merchandise is the first step in creating a hopefully successful collection. Regardless of your reasons for collecting, you and all other science fiction collectors are encouraged to familiarize yourselves with your buying options. Continue reading →

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Sci-fi collecting is a hobby that is enjoyed by many, including individuals of all ages.  Are you interested in starting a sci-fi collection?  Or, are you looking to expand your current collection of science fiction collectibles?  If you are, you may want to take the time to examine professional sci-fi collectible dealers.  From the standpoint of a collector, these professionals come highly rated and recommended.

Many collectors, especially those who are interested in turning a profit, prefer to buy sci-fi collectibles in person.  If this is the collecting approach that you would like to take, you will want to start out locally.  Since science fiction is a genre that is popular, especially with movies and books, there are many specialty science fiction stores.  Many times, these specialty stores and the individuals inside of them double as professional dealers.
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By Kent Gibbons — Multichannel News, 8/20/2008 5:59:00 PM

Space drama Stargate Atlantis will conclude its run on Sci Fi Channel after the current, fifth season ends next January — but the network has greenlit a two-hour Atlantis movie to run after that and says the show will live on as a network franchise.

After airing on Sci Fi sometime next year, the untitled Atlantis movie will be sold as a home-video title by producer MGM, Sci Fi told Multichannel News on Wednesday.

MGM this year released two financially successful straight-to-DVD movies made after progenitor series Stargate SG-1 ended a 10-year run of first-run cable episodes on Sci Fi. MGM and the show producers are scheduled to make more in DVDs in future. A movie franchise is also envisioned for Stargate Atlantis.

2-Hour TV-Movie Greenlit For 2009 As Stargate Franchise Lives On In Features

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• Robert J. Kral will also be signing his SUPERMAN: DOOMSDAY soundtrack.
• Kevin Manthei will also be signing his JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE NEW FRONTIER soundtrack.

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SCI FI Channel announced that it will air a new Battlestar Galactica two-hour prequel movie, set to air in 2009 following the conclusion of the series.

Directed by star Edward James Olmos, the as-yet-untitled new film will be set before the events of the original Battlestar miniseries and will focus on Cylons: Number One, known as Cavil (Dean Stockwell),
resistance leader Sam T. Anders (Michael Trucco) and Chief Galen Tyrol (Aaron Douglas).

In the beginning, the Cylons had a plan, but it didn’t account for one thing: survivors. During the chaotic aftermath of the nuclear destruction, two powerful Cylon agents struggle with plots and priorities on the human ships that got away and among the resistance fighters who were left behind.

The film will be written by Jane Espenson and will begin shooting in Vancouver, Canada, at the end of the summer. After airing on SCI FI, it will be released on DVD by Universal Studios Home Entertainment.

The final 10 episodes of the fourth and last season of Battlestar Galactica will begin airing on SCI FI Channel in 2009.

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Science Fiction Buzz is giving away 10 copies of the critically acclaimed Masters of Science Fiction series DVD. Enter to win through the month of August 2008. Drawing will be at the end of August and winners will be announced.

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On August 5th, the critically acclaimed Masters of Science Fiction anthology series will be released on DVD as a 2-disc set. The Masters of Science Fiction DVD contains the entire series – including the world premiere of two episodes never-before-aired! Originally broadcast last year on ABC, Masters of Science Fiction adapted short stories from some of the genre’s greatest practitioners, including Robert Heinlein, Harlan Ellison, Robert Sheckley and John Kessel. Mark Dawidziak of the Cleveland Plain Dealer wrote: “I’ve seen what may be the best futuristic anthology series since the glory days of ‘The Twilight Zone’ and ‘The Outer Limits.’ It’s called ‘Masters of Science Fiction.’”

MORE INFORMATION ON THE DVD

• Premiered on ABC August 4, 2007

• 2 Episodes Exclusive to the DVD set – never aired on ABC

• Hosted by the legend Stephen Hawking

Stories by award-winning writers:

• Harlan Ellison
• Robert A. Heinlein
• Walter Mosley
• Robert Sheckley
• Michael Tolkin and many more!

Directors include Jonathan Frakes (Star Trek).

• Starring: Sam Waterson, Judy Davis, Anne Heche, Malcolm McDowell, Terry O’Quinn, Elizabeth Rohm, Brian Dennehy, John Hurt, Sean Astin, James Denton.Ma

Enter the contest using the form below.

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