A biographical profile of J.K. Rowling, creator of the Harry Potter series of children's books, showing how she overcame personal tragedies and difficult odds to realize her dream of becoming a writer.
A biography of author J.K. Rowling, discussing her early ambition to be a writer, the long process that led to the publication of her first Harry Potter novel, and the changes that have occurred in her life since the astonishing success of the Harry Potter series.
a Christian minister's defense of the beloved novels
Killinger, John
2002
Christian minister John Killinger addresses the many objections Christians have to the "Harry Potter" novels, arguing that the books do not teach witchcraft and the occult, but rather are a retelling of the gospels and offer important lessons on morals and the teachings of Jesus.
Presents fourteen critical essays on the Harry Potter novels, discussing the stories in light of child development theories, literary and historical contexts, and morality and social values.
a treasury of myths, legends, and fascinating facts
Colbert, David
2004
Looks to mythology, folklore, and literature to investigate the sources of ideas for some of the images, characters, and themes found in J. K. Rowling's stories of fledgling wizard Harry Potter.
