rowling, j. k

An unofficial guide to Hogwarts, covering headmasters, professors, and notable staff; secret passages throughout the castle; what student life is like; the shops and sights of Hogsmeade; and more.

Introduces more than 200 Lego minifigures from the Lego Harry Potter world.

Celebrate Christmas like Harry, Ron, and Hermione with over 50 recipes inspired by holiday celebrations in the Harry Potter films! Filled with fan favorites like treacle tart and Yule Ball-inspired appetizers and punches to classic British dishes such as Neville Longbottom's Toad in a Hole and Bubble and Squeak, there are sweet treats, hearty entrees, and delicious drinks for every holiday time gathering, from small family dinners to parties for friends and neighbors.

A complete guide to the history of the character of Harry Potter and the Wizarding World created by J. K. Rowling.

"From Acromantulas to Thestrals, this beautiful book details every monster, beast or creature that has ever appeared in any official Harry Potter film, book or theatrical production. Readers will find more than 200 fascinating, magical creatures in all, with each entry providing a number of important classifications, including first appearance in Harry Potter lore, location, disposition, physical appearance, attack abilities, defenses and intriguing story facts. Readers will also find rich descriptions for each entry, detailing each creature's history (or biography, in the case of specific creature characters), habitat and impact on the various stories from throughout the Wizarding World"--Publisher's description.

"This new companion series is designed to help readers discover new ideas, connections, and secrets embedded throughout the books and explore them in a whole new way. For each chapter of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, readers will find information gathered from a multitude of official sources, including a timeline that puts everything into an easily envisioned context. Readers will discover helpful information about characters, events, artifacts, and more. Insights and analysis drawn from the hosts and guests of the podcast starts a reader of the companion on their journey of their own analysis"--Amazon.

"With 50 easy-to-follow recipes, . . . learn to cook all of the best wizarding world favorites. From breakfast all the way to dessert, this book makes any meal or snack extra special, with recipes like: pumpkin pasties, cauldron cakes, muggle-style pizza, chocolate frogs, Great Hall sandwiches, and many more!"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces important characters from the Harry Potter movies in LEGO form.

Explores the character of Hermione Granger, including her creation by author J.K. Rowling, her journey in the Harry Potter series of books and movies, and more.

Collects nine critical essays on the novels and corresponding films of the Harry Potter saga from critics, fans, and academics; and explores themes--such as religion, morality, race, and magic--along with how J.K. Rowling's works impact twenty-first-century culture.