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J.K. Rowling to release short story from 'Harry Potter' universe

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Last Updated : Oct 25 2014 | 11:30 AM IST

J.K. Rowling gives fans yet another medium to stay in the Harry Potter universe as she is now planning to release short story based on the magical world.

The 49-year-old author's new tale, which has been comprised in only 1,700 words and would come out this Halloween, would focus on the back story of the disliked one-time Hogwarts professor Dolores Umbridge, the Verge reported.

It is believed that the story, which would be published on her web community for fans Pottermore, would include Rowling's first-person thoughts and reflections about the character.

Meanwhile, Rowling is also writing new series of Harry Potter spin-off movies called 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,' based on her book, the first installment for which has been slated for November, 2016 release.

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First Published: Oct 25 2014 | 11:17 AM IST

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