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Pocket Potters: Harry Potter: Little Guides to the Harry Potter Stories

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Whether you have a little Harry PotterTM fan in your life or want to introduce them to this magical world, the Pocket Potters are perfect for young readers to learn more.

In this edition you will meet Harry Potter, and find out why he's as famous in the wizarding world as he is in ours.

This digital version is compatible with Guided View which will allow you to experience Natalie Smillie's charming full colour artwork in beautiful detail.

This eBook is optimised for full-colour devices such as Fire tablets and the Kindle App. It is not suitable for e-Ink kindle devices, such as the PaperWhite. We recommend you download a sample to your device before purchase if in doubt.

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First published August 26, 2025

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J.K. Rowling

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Although she writes under the pen name J.K. Rowling, pronounced like rolling, her name when her first Harry Potter book was published was simply Joanne Rowling. Anticipating that the target audience of young boys might not want to read a book written by a woman, her publishers demanded that she use two initials, rather than her full name. As she had no middle name, she chose K as the second initial of her pen name, from her paternal grandmother Kathleen Ada Bulgen Rowling. She calls herself Jo and has said, "No one ever called me 'Joanne' when I was young, unless they were angry." Following her marriage, she has sometimes used the name Joanne Murray when conducting personal business. During the Leveson Inquiry she gave evidence under the name of Joanne Kathleen Rowling. In a 2012 interview, Rowling noted that she no longer cared that people pronounced her name incorrectly.

Rowling was born to Peter James Rowling, a Rolls-Royce aircraft engineer, and Anne Rowling (née Volant), on 31 July 1965 in Yate, Gloucestershire, England, 10 miles (16 km) northeast of Bristol. Her mother Anne was half-French and half-Scottish. Her parents first met on a train departing from King's Cross Station bound for Arbroath in 1964. They married on 14 March 1965. Her mother's maternal grandfather, Dugald Campbell, was born in Lamlash on the Isle of Arran. Her mother's paternal grandfather, Louis Volant, was awarded the Croix de Guerre for exceptional bravery in defending the village of Courcelles-le-Comte during the First World War.

Rowling's sister Dianne was born at their home when Rowling was 23 months old. The family moved to the nearby village Winterbourne when Rowling was four. She attended St Michael's Primary School, a school founded by abolitionist William Wilberforce and education reformer Hannah More. Her headmaster at St Michael's, Alfred Dunn, has been suggested as the inspiration for the Harry Potter headmaster Albus Dumbledore.

As a child, Rowling often wrote fantasy stories, which she would usually then read to her sister. She recalls that: "I can still remember me telling her a story in which she fell down a rabbit hole and was fed strawberries by the rabbit family inside it. Certainly the first story I ever wrote down (when I was five or six) was about a rabbit called Rabbit. He got the measles and was visited by his friends, including a giant bee called Miss Bee." At the age of nine, Rowling moved to Church Cottage in the Gloucestershire village of Tutshill, close to Chepstow, Wales. When she was a young teenager, her great aunt, who Rowling said "taught classics and approved of a thirst for knowledge, even of a questionable kind," gave her a very old copy of Jessica Mitford's autobiography, Hons and Rebels. Mitford became Rowling's heroine, and Rowling subsequently read all of her books.

Rowling has said of her teenage years, in an interview with The New Yorker, "I wasn’t particularly happy. I think it’s a dreadful time of life." She had a difficult homelife; her mother was ill and she had a difficult relationship with her father (she is no longer on speaking terms with him). She attended secondary school at Wyedean School and College, where her mother had worked as a technician in the science department. Rowling said of her adolescence, "Hermione [a bookish, know-it-all Harry Potter character] is loosely based on me. She's a caricature of me when I was eleven, which I'm not particularly proud of." Steve Eddy, who taught Rowling English when she first arrived, remembers her as "not exceptional" but "one of a group of girls who were bright, and quite good at English." Sean Harris, her best friend in the Upper Sixth owned a turquoise Ford Anglia, which she says inspired the one in her books.

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Profile Image for Hitesh.
563 reviews22 followers
October 14, 2025
I used to brush off the Harry Potter books as mere “children’s bedtime stories.” Then came that fateful day when I had nothing else to read… except Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
One book turned into six (the seventh wasn’t out yet), and when it finally hit the shelves, I practically sprinted to get it — and finished all 700 pages in record time. That’s how my lifelong love affair with the wizarding world began.

Since then, I’ve read the books, watched the movies, hunted down the spin-offs, and basically soaked in every bit of Potter magic that exists.

So when I stumbled upon the Pocket Potter series, it felt like a chocolate frog jumping right into my hand.

This book is a charming mini-encyclopedia of the Harry Potter universe — a ready-reckoner filled with delightful details, magical facts, and nostalgic joy. It’s compact, clever, and an absolute treat for anyone who still feels a little tug at the word “Hogwarts.”

And I have to say — Natalie Smillie’s illustrations are pure enchantment.
Each page bursts with color, warmth, and whimsical detail. Her art doesn’t just decorate the book — it breathes life into it. Every sketch feels like a wink to longtime fans and a hug to newcomers. You can tell she’s a fan herself; that affection glows through her work.

Even after years of rereads, I found surprises tucked between the pages — tiny nuggets I somehow missed before. That’s part of the charm of this series: it lets you rediscover the magic all over again.

I absolutely loved it.
If you adore Potter as much as I do, you’ll find this book impossible to resist.

As for the next two in the series?
Well… maybe I’ll read them today, tomorrow, or the day after tomorrow.
Actually — why wait? Happiness shouldn’t be postponed.

PS: The ePUB version doesn’t always play nice with every reader. I read mine in PocketBook Reader for Android, and it worked beautifully (just a few layout hiccups here and there).

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19 reviews
August 29, 2025
I don’t like jkr at all but Harry Potter holds such a special place in my heart, I just make sure to not make her any money with reading or watching her things
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154 reviews11 followers
October 15, 2025
I absolutely LOVE it!!! Such a cute, fun and lovely way for small children to enjoy the magical world of Harry Potter! 🪄
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264 reviews7 followers
October 16, 2025
Absolutely Fabulous

Pocket Potter is an absolute delight for any Harry Potter fan — a charming, compact celebration of the wizarding world that captures the magic, humor, and heart of J.K. Rowling’s storytelling in a perfectly pocket-sized format. Whether it’s a collection of memorable quotes, spells, or snippets of wisdom from Hogwarts, Rowling’s words continue to sparkle with wit and wonder.

What makes Pocket Potter so special is how effortlessly it transports readers back into that familiar magical realm. It’s a nostalgic treasure, ideal for quick reading moments or as a daily dose of inspiration for devoted fans. The design is elegant, the writing as captivating as ever, and the spirit of Harry, Hermione, and Ron feels alive on every page.

This little book proves that even the smallest glimpse into Rowling’s world can reignite the magic we all fell in love with. A must-have for collectors, fans, or anyone who needs a touch of Hogwarts magic in their day.

A brilliant, enchanting keepsake — pure magic in miniature.
Profile Image for Syki.
1,177 reviews216 followers
September 11, 2025
Série Potterovských průvodců potěší hlavně všechny milovníky světa Harryho Pottera. Jsou totiž takovým menším doplněním a osvěžením důležitých momentů příběhu. Informace nejsou nijak extra chronologicky seřazené, jednotlivé informace ze všech sedmi knih jsou vždy graficky zpracované na jedné dvoustraně.

Například se mi velice líbila speciální dvojstrana o Hedvice. I dvojstrana o Harryho přátelích, škole, famfrpálu nebo vypíchnutí důležitých milníků každé knihy. Knihu ovšem nejvíc ocení fanoušci, protože i po dočtení mi přišlo, že mi v ní něco chybělo. Možná proto, že se snažili vyhnout některým výrazným spoilerům, možná jen nevěděli, jak to do celku zakomponovat.

Kresba knihy je ovšem velice vydařená, i když vzhledu Snapea jsem se mírně lekla. Vlastně i chudák Lupin nedopadl zrovna nejlépe. Naopak Hagrid vypadal skvěle, stejně tak naše oblíbené duo. Knize tak dávám 4 hvězdičky a jsem zvědavá na další díly.


-------------Reakce po dočtení knihy------------
Kresba krásná, ale asi bych tam čekala víc informací. Teď je to spíš průlet.
Profile Image for Siwabhorn Anothaisintawee.
542 reviews68 followers
August 30, 2025
วันนี้ก็มาถึงมือเราจนได้หนังสือปกแข็งขนาดพกพา(?) เกี่ยวกับแก๊งค์สามช่าแห่งฮอกวอตส์ ที่ทำให้กรี๊ดกร๊าดตั้งแต่เปิดตัว

เจาะลึกชีวิตของแฮร์รี่ รอน และเฮอร์ไมโอนี่ มัดรวมเกร็ดเล็กเกร็ดน้อยที่น่าสนใจมาใส่อย่างละเอียดแต่กระชับ พร้อมภาพประกอบสี่สีน่ารักสดใสตลอดเล่ม ช่วยเสริมความเข้าใจและเพิ่มเสน่ห์ให้โลกเวทมนตร์เหมาะสำหรับคนที่เพิ่งเดบิวเข้าวงการเวทมนต์ หรือแฟนรุ่นเก๋าที่ครองรักกับจักรวาลพอตเตอร์มาเกือบ 30 ปีแบบเราๆ 😅

เอามาลูบๆ คลำๆ ก็ฟินแล้ว เหมาะสำหรับเก็บสะสมเป็นที่ซู๊ดดดดด.....

ปล. หวังว่านานมีจะรีบออกดัมเบิลดอร์กับลูน่ามานะคะ ❤️

คะแนนเฉลี่ยใน Goodreads 3.16 เราให้ 4.5
30 reviews
August 29, 2025
A complete cash grab, bit of nothing. There is much better Harry Potter merch out there
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355 reviews11 followers
November 6, 2025
Great refresher on Harry Potter of most of the key facts and storylines.
I recommend this for people of all ages who read the entire series and want a cute illustrated refresher on key facts etc. If you are a HP fan like me, you will enjoy this book and the other books in this series. There are currently 3 books including this one with more to be published on other characters. I'm looking forward to the next 2 coming on February 24, 2026- Dumbledore and Luna Lovegood. So happy about Luna as she's my favorite character after Harry Potter.
I hope they do one on Dobby! Lol

Down 1 star because it's not new original material, just retelling from the original 7 books.
Down 1 star because I didn't like how the illustrator drew the characters with weird overdone long noses.
I added 1 star back to make up for all the people who rated it 1 star and didn't read the book or write a review but rated it out of hate for political reasons. Which actually goes against the main point of the series- love overcomes hate.

I see each pocket Potter book has a different illustrator and by glancing at the other 2 books can already see the other 2 illustrators are much much better.

I had forgotten about Madam Pomfrey. I remembered pretty much almost everything else mentioned in this book.

I realized that "Defense against the Dark Arts" is really defense against evil in the good v. Evil theme of the entire Harry Potter series. Love wins over hate. ❤️
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137 reviews1 follower
September 22, 2025
Lo que más me ha sorprendido es que, además de la belleza visual, este libro está lleno de curiosidades sobre el universo de Harry Potter, y muchas de ellas han sido totalmente nuevas para mí (¡y eso que soy fan desde hace años!). Todo está narrado de forma clara y sencilla, pensado para que incluso los niños puedan comprenderlo sin problemas, lo que lo convierte en una lectura accesible y muy disfrutable.

Este libro está recomendado para niños a partir de 8 años, pero sinceramente creo que es perfecto para cualquier edad, ya seas un pequeño lector que empieza a descubrir el mundo mágico o un coleccionista que disfruta atesorando cada detalle de la saga. Eso sí, aviso importante: si aún no habéis leído los libros principales, aquí os vais a encontrar spoilers, porque se cuenta bastante de lo que ocurre en la historia. Aunque, a “grosso modo”, también sirve como un recorrido por los eventos más importantes de la saga.

Personalmente, creo que esta colección de Pocket Potters es ideal para los más peques, pero también para quienes amamos coleccionar ediciones especiales. A mí, como fan de la saga, me ha parecido una verdadera joya.

En definitiva, si buscas un regalo bonito, educativo y mágico, o si simplemente eres fan de Harry Potter y quieres algo único para tu estantería, esta colección es una apuesta segura.
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213 reviews7 followers
September 20, 2025
This little book is an absolute delight! As a lifelong Harry Potter fan, I loved how Pocket Potter: This is Art captures the magic of the wizarding world in such a fun, compact way. It’s full of fascinating details about Harry—from his cupboard under the stairs to his big adventures at Hogwarts—and the illustrations bring everything to life with so much charm.

People love to roll their eyes and call the Pocket Potters a “cash grab,” but honestly? If giving me adorable, bite-sized, joyfully illustrated guides to my favorite characters is a cash grab… then grab my cash. At least this grab leaves me smiling, unlike the countless other pointless merch out there (looking at you, random branded tea towels).

It’s the perfect mix of trivia, artwork, and nostalgia. I especially enjoyed revisiting little facts like who gave Harry the Marauder’s Map and the ins and outs of Quidditch. Even though I’ve read the series many times, this guide still made me smile and reminded me why I fell in love with the story in the first place.

Whether you’re a brand-new reader or a longtime fan, this book is a joy to flip through. It’s small enough to carry anywhere, but packed with magic on every page. A must-have for any Harry Potter collection!
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576 reviews8 followers
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September 29, 2025
These are great books, especially if your kid hasn't read Harry Potter but are interested in it. These little books gives them all the basics of the characters. I love the illustrations and the colours that go into this book. I love that we have the main three so far and that there will be more coming out either this year or next which is so exciting. Another exciting thing is that these are on Kindle Unlimited so I can just read them on there instead of buying the books. I love that all the Harry Potter books are on Kindle Unlimited so that I can read them and I don't have to take my books off my bookshelf.

If you have been wanting to introduce your kids to the Harry Potter world this is a great way to do that because the book is short and the colours will be able to keep them engaged. This is a great kids book in my opinion. I also likes how the story gets right to the point and tells you all the important things that happen in the books and the movies.

Happy Reading!!!
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434 reviews11 followers
September 25, 2025
Reseña de Pocket Potters

⚡️ Género: juvenil

⚡️ Páginas: 32

⚡️ 5 ⭐️ de 5

Es una lectura ideal para disfrutar junto a los peques y que se puedan adentrar en este mágico mundo de las novelas de Harry Potter. Una lectura llena de curiosidades y con unas ilustraciones preciosas que harán que los peques se enamoren de este libro. Consta de 3 tomos cada uno de unos de los protagonistas. En mi caso nos llegó el de Harry y a mí como buena amante de la saga me ha fascinado , es una edición cuidada al detalle y que hará las delicias de cualquier fan de la saga. En ella destacan los momentos emblemáticos sobretodo de la Piedra Filosofal, unos tomos para ampliar la colección que forman estos maravillosos libros.
Profile Image for Midnight.reads.
223 reviews74 followers
November 17, 2025
- svet HP
- každá kniha venovaná jednej postave
- tenká knižka
- hravé spracovanie
- krásne ilustrácie
- zaujímavosti a charakteristika postavy
- pre malých aj veľkých nadšencov

Séria Mini Potterovky je ako malý poklad pre všetkých fanúšikov Harryho Pottera. Každá z týchto knižiek sa venuje jednej obľúbenej postave zo sveta čarodejníkov a prostredníctvom krátkych textov a nádherných ilustrácií približuje ich príbehy, vlastnosti a zaujímavosti.

Knihy obsahujú hravé a vizuálne pôsobivé spracovanie, ktoré dokonalo vystihuje čaro Rokfortu. Táto séria je skvelá voľba pre deti, ktoré so svetom mágie ešte len začínajú, aj pre zberateľov, ktorí milujú svet HP 💚❤️💛💙
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65 reviews
October 7, 2025
Si eres un fan de Harry Potter este libro es para ti....ya se que está recomendado para niños de 8, pero a mí me ha gustado casi tanto o más que a mis hijos, no me juzgueis o hacedlo 😂🫣

Por dentro es precioso, tiene unas ilustraciones super bonitas, yo solo tengo el de Harry ( por ahora 🤭) pero tienen también el de Hermione y Ron.

Me presta sobretodo las curiosidades que trae, porque hubo unas cuantas que no tenía ni idea.

Si teneis que hacer algún regalo a un fan de Harry puede ser una gran opción 🤭
Profile Image for Shell.
63 reviews
October 10, 2025
Super cute. Terrific take on the series for littler ones not ready for the full novels (especially younger siblings who are jealous their older sibling is reading the books). Tells the overarching story of Harry thru all 7 books, while not getting too deep into the more frightening elements.

Illustrations are adorable, though I found it hard to know what order to read the paragraphs of text on the page. The layout could have been a bit better for a clearer reading experience, especially for a small child.
Profile Image for Lee Lee.
349 reviews
February 16, 2026
Harry Potter (Pocket Potters #1) - J.K Rowling, Natalie Smillie (Illustrator)

I’ve seen the movies a couple of times with different groups of people who swear it’s great. lol It’s not really my thing but there are items I wish i had and characters I like. Dobby & Hedwig are my favourites.

When I saw this pocket Potter series I was intrigued. 😬
I really need to say the illustrations are amazing! Well done to Natalie Smillie, great work.

On to the next … Pocket Potters #2 Ron Weasley
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210 reviews26 followers
September 18, 2025
This book might be short, but it's good! I feel like I have something in common with Harry. I might not be a wizard or British, but like Harry I'm brave. It's probably beat that I stay out of castles, though, because I use a wheelchair. Besides, I'm probably as old as some of his teachers were by now. I'm 53.
19 reviews
October 20, 2025
I enjoyed this read very much. I believe this book keeps the spirit of Hogwarts going for future generations to come and helps to keep the magic of Harry Potter alive. It filled me with nostalgia and child like wonder. For beginners wanting to learn about the Harry Potter world, especially kids, this is the book for you!
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89 reviews
November 27, 2025
Bármennyire is tetszettek az illusztrációk, nem jöttem rá, ki lehet a célközönség. Aki már olvasta a könyveket, annak sok újat nem tartogat, de felfrissítésnek mindenképp jó. Aki pedig még nem olvasta őket, annak ez full spoiler. Esetleg arra jó lehet, hogy filmnézés közben tudjunk mutogatni a nem olvasó ismerősünknek, hogy "nézd csak, ez igazából így volt a könyvekben!!!".
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47 reviews1 follower
August 26, 2025
Look at all the keyboard activists rating 1 star because they're unable to be professional. You are here to review the book honestly with no prejudice, not spit out your personal opinions on politics. Disgrace, you are a disgrace to this site, to being a reviewer, and to books.
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9,980 reviews57 followers
November 12, 2025
A short summary of Harry's role in the series. Written for middle grade level readers. Each page spread covers a different portion of Harry's life at Hogwarts. Told in short paragraph format in simple to follow language.
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January 8, 2026
This book is soo good.

As a huge Harry Potter fan I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about these books but there amazing.

They follow the foot steps of his journey through Hogwarts,and just sticking to the storyline of his character
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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40 reviews
January 10, 2026
Super cute quick reads and reference books for kids not quite ready to start chapter books but want to start reading about the Harry potter world. Includes passages from the books and key references for the specific characters.
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937 reviews16 followers
September 7, 2025
Great way to introduce the younger kids to the HP world.
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93 reviews1 follower
September 17, 2025
I love the art and information. I would have wanted to see more things that we didn't necessarily get from the books or movies but overall I love this book.
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237 reviews6 followers
September 27, 2025
Ma vist tahaks seda enda kollektsioonile lisaks. 😄😄
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