JK Rowling and Harry Potter Phenomenom

by Lindsey Fraser

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. . .

Genres: Nonfiction, Biography

113 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2011

About the author

Literary Agent with Fraser Ross Associates.

Reviews

[AlexG]

Only one thing can say, the book is awesome and every moment and every chapter is incredible. It is the best book I ever read. Harry Potter are the greatest books ever. I really enjoy these books, the book I likemost is The Prisoner of Azkaban because Buckbeak, who is a magical creature, is cute and the best.

[Kayla]

Very quick read that talks about the process of Harry Potter going from manuscript to the massive midnight release of book seven. Probably boring for most but the most hardcore “Potterheads.” For me, it was nostalgic, and made me wish I could read them for the first time again.

[Wawan Leo]

Good

[Liz]

This read like a magazine article. It would be interesting to have it reissued, to see where the author stands on J K Rowling at this present time, given how controversial she is to some nowadays. Though I probably would have abandoned this if the author had had a go at her.

A very quick read, chosen to fill the time in till I could read my current book in better light, so I won’t be too hard on it.

[Helen]

I'm a little bit obsessed with the story behind Harry Potter. This book didn't give me the insight I was quite looking for but it was interesting nevertheless. The story, in publishing terms, of the Harry Potter phenomenon.

It's a shortish book, but it does exactly what it says in the blurb. If you're interested in the book world, JK Rowling and publishing it's a fascinating read.

[Chrisann Mangus]

Really good series to read. I think the last book was a little lacking, like something was missing, but even that couldn't keep me away. Overall, I really enjoyed reading the magics of J.K. Rowling.

[Dan Evans]

I was disappointed in the book was more about selling of the books that about J K Rowling.

[Penny]

This is an unauthorized biography of J K Rowling. It is short but interesting.

[Bill Porter]

OK for a quick read on the iPad. Nice balance between JK herself and the process involved in writing, publishing and selling

[Mohamed]

good