'Harry Potter and the Pillar of Storgé' a hoax, says Rowling; author offers real title instead

June 28, 2004 at 2:30 PM ET

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The recent news that the title of book six would be Harry Potter and the Pillar of Storgé have been floating around the Web for a few days, but author J.K. Rowling has confirmed what many fans have suspected all along - that the rumors about the title were a hoax.

According to her spokesperson the title is "definitely a hoax" and now Rowling has updated her site with her take on the rumor, as well as answered some frequently asked questions people have sent her -- check out the FAQ & Rumours section.

In her own words:

I am trying very hard not to feel offended that anyone thought this was possible. 'Storgé', for crying out loud. Come on, people, get a grip.

Also, thanks to MuggleNet for letting us know that the 'Do Not Disturb' sign has been removed from the door and it opens to reveal a brick wall -- will hitting the right sequence reveal something (like the real title to book 6)? Go and see!

If you just can't wait, highlight the following text to read the secret text: Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.

New: Read our exclusive interview with the man behind the Storgé hoax.