Scholastic launched an essay writing contest in May in which 10 Potter fans would win the chance to go on a four day trip to London. The 10 contest winners have now been announced. They are as follows:

Caitlin, Rochester, MN, Age 15
Michael, Corona, CA, Age 12
David, Shallowater, TX, Age 13
Kaitlin, Springfield, MI, Age 14
Roberto, Newark, NJ, Age 10
James, Vancouver, WA, Age 11
Sean, Seal Beach, CA, Age 17
Julia, Palm Harbor, FL, Age 12
Kaacy, Baltimore, MD, Age 9
Tam, Woodstown, NJ, Age 15

Excerpts from their winning 'Why I love Harry' essays can be read here.

Source: The Leaky Cauldron