The author of the Harry Potter books discusses her childhood, her writing career, and the publishing phenomenon she has created.

The only Authorized Biography of J.K. Rowling.

The creator of Harry Potter discusses her family and childhood, schooldays, work, and career as a writer. Includes an overview of the first three Harry Potter books. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary.

Joanne Rowling was once a would-be published author like many others - committed and determined. Now J K Rowling is at the heart of a global media phenomenon, wealthier, and more influential and successful than she could possibly have imagined. The Harry Potter novels changed her life, and the landscape of writing, publishing and bookselling for children forever. This unauthorised biography follows the transformation of a lonely single mother into a powerful inspirational businesswoman. J K Rowling's story is one of talent, hard work, self-belief and the transforming power of the imagination. From a remarkable insider perspective Lindsey Fraser tells the amazing tale that began one day on a train, when Rowling had forgotten to pack a pen. . .

Rowling, author of the Harry Potter books and one of the most popular writers of the world, confesses, in this exclusive interview, how her life has changed after Harry. This story is that of a woman who does not forget those difficult years during which she wrote regardless of the lack of interest by publishers. She explains when and how she created Harry Potter's character and what she thinks of one of the greatest literary phenomenon of the last years.

Interview met de Schotse schrijfster (1965) van de Harry Potter-boeken over haar leven en werk (tot en met deel drie van de cyclus).