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She didn't, the books begin in 1991 and end in 1998 (although the epilogue is set in 2017). Harry Potter's first year at Hogwarts in 1991.
She did this because she began writing the books in the 90's and set it in what was then the present.
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Who did JK Rowling base lucius malfoy in Harry Potter based on in Harry Potter?
J. K. Rowling has said she never based her characters off anybody she know, although she did take someone's real name for the use of her character Lockhart.
How popular is the Harry Potter book series?
I am a huge Harry Potter fan, so I'd say the fan base is huge. It is the top grossing movie series and has sold millions and millions of books. There are fans all over the world. People have devoted websites, podcasts and there are even wizard rock bands. The Harry Potter series is a fantastic, amazing book series and there are a ton of fans. Right now I think it is probably the biggest fan base. They are amazing books and J.K. Rowling is so great. --ANSWER-- J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series is the best selling book series of all time, estimated to have sold more than 400 million copies.
What character in Harry Potter did J.K Rowling name after her?
None of the characters in Harry Potter have the name Joanne or Rowling. She did not name a character after herself, but Hermione Granger is patterned after J.K. Rowling when she was younger.
How did J.K. Rowling's books become movies?
My guess is because they are such famous books. They really hit it off and were so popular they turned it into books. You don't have to take my word for it. It's just a guess. Sorry if this wasn't the answer you wanted.
Is there an autobiographical character in Harry Potter?
Not strictly, but J.K. Rowling has said in interviews that she was very much like Hermione Granger when she was younger. However, she never planned to base a character after herself.
Who is more famous Shrek or Harry Potter?
Harry Potter is more famous than Shrek. The Harry Potter series of books and films have gained worldwide popularity and acclaim, with a large and dedicated fan base. Shrek is also well-known, but Harry Potter's cultural impact and recognition are greater.
Why is 'The Hunger Games' so popular unlike other movies apparently its the new 'Twilight' and as popular as 'Harry Potter' why is this?
The Hunger Games series is nothing like the Harry Potter series or the Twilight series.They are all very different stories with unique plots.The Hunger Games is a popular movie because it is already established as a series through the books - just as Harry Potter and Twilight were.Original movies do not already have a fan base waiting. When a movie is adapted from a book, the more popular the books were the larger the fan base is.
How do you get in the griffindor base on Lego Harry Potter?
Secret!! :p
How many people love Harry Potter?
It's difficult to quantify exactly how many people love Harry Potter, as it has a widespread and dedicated global fan base. Millions of people across different age groups and countries have expressed their love for the series through books, movies, fan fiction, fan art, merchandise, theme park attractions, and more.
What part of England is Harry Potter filmed at?
The Harry Potter movies have filmed at various locations all across the UK. Their "home base" is Leavesden Studios near London.
What impact did jk Rowling have on society?
By writing one of the world's most loved series-Creating a ever-growing fan-base that spreads all over the world.Her popular Book series (Harry Potter) has influenced many individuals including myself to bring up Harry potter into our daily lives, Reciting spells Eating The wonderful Treats of Wizards,and living in a magical world where anything is possible.There are very few children who have never heard of harry potter (Don't criticize me by mentioning the poorer countries of the world) and This magnificent Novel will forever have an imprint on The life of today. This is how Jk Rowling changed the world.
How do you get spectrespecs in Harry Potter?
there will be a box containing them with an orange circle at the base, easy enough to spot.
