Join us for Saturday Slaughters today at 2.30pm. We shall be discussing The Cuckoo's Calling by @RGalbraith pic.twitter.com/ux6ar9gcnW
— Orkney Library (@OrkneyLibrary) March 5, 2016
J.K. Rowling, the famous author and charmer (pun totally intended) who wrote, not only the Harry Potter series but, a novel published under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, took a break from her schedule to surprise the Orkney Library book club.
The club was discussing the mystery novel, Cukoo’s Calling, in Scotland on Saturday, and Rowling couldn’t help but reply to the club’s Twitter post when it mentioned the novel’s author, @RGalbraith.
A playful back and forth ensued and Rowling entertained the club’s invitation by asking which methods of travel were appropriate.
@OrkneyLibrary @RGalbraith Weather looks a bit rough. Might just Apparate.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) March 4, 2016
The library replied and wondered aloud which kind of store-bought pastries would successfully lure the British author out to the event.
@OrkneyLibrary @RGalbraith Robert (and Strike) are both partial to fruitcake. Something with a bit of heft to it. I like lemon drizzle cake.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) March 4, 2016
J.K. Rowling must really like lemon cake because, a few wand swishes later, she was dining with her fans over a strong pot of tea–and they posted this photo to prove it (back row, center-right).
We had a very special guest at Saturday Slaughters today. Thanks so much @jk_rowling Come back soon x pic.twitter.com/GVaXSVX88O
— Orkney Library (@OrkneyLibrary) March 5, 2016
We think she must have used Floo Powder, instead of apparating.