J K Rowling

As a single mother, Rowling became an international literary sensation in 1999 when the first three installments of her Harry Potter children's book series. The fourth volume, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, became the fastest-selling book in history. Rowling graduated from Exeter University and moved to Portugal in 1990. Her marriage ended in divorce, and soon found herself on welfare. She sold the first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone for around 4,000.00. Rowling is currently...See more

J K Rowling book reviews

  • The Casual Vacancy 1 out of 5

    Leave it Vacant

    by Sugarplum, Dec 13, 2012

    Having read and loved the Harry Potter series, I was excited to read JK Rowling's experiment with another genre. I think the story could have been interesting, but I was so distracted by the ... read more

  • Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 5 out of 5

    Potter teaching high school hearts

    by AmericaDoYurHw, Oct 24, 2012

    This book teaches a lot about keeping your head up in hard situations. It is really needed in a high school classroom setting to get kids across certain topics that parents don’t fully elaborate with ... read more

  • Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 5 out of 5

    recommend

    by Ploy V, Oct 4, 2012

    This book is good for any ages. Fantasy, adventure and also about friendship. it's absolutely worth for your penny. read more

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