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J.K. Rowling
Joanne Rowling, aka J.K. Rowling, went from rags to riches after coming up with the idea for the Harry Potter series on a train in 1990. Her first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, was published in June 1997. Ask any questions dealing with the author herself, but please place Harry Potter questions in their designated category.
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What is J.K. Rowlings favorite hobbys?
Well, and I'm not sure about this, I'm just guessing, I really want to say that one of her hobbies is writing. And again, I'm not sure. It's just a hunch.
J.K. Rowling's hobbies include writing, reading, and spending time with her family. She is also known to enjoy gardening and charity work.
What was J.K. Rowling's first accomplishment?
Writing the Harry Potter book series.
Aside from writing the Potter novels, Rowling is perhaps equally famous for her "rags to riches" life story, in which she progressed from living on welfare to multi-millionaire status within five years.
What did J.K. Rowling do in 1998?
In 1998, J.K. Rowling released the second book in the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets." The book continued the story of the young wizard Harry Potter as he faced new challenges at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Why did JK Rowing change her name after she wrote Harry Potter?
When publishing the first Harry Potter book, her publisher thought boys may not wish to read a book by a woman so it was suggested that she take a middle name and only have her initials and surname. Joanne Rowling was her birth name and she took her grandmothers name for a middle name making her Joanne Kathleen Rowling.
Is J.K. Rowlings name really J.K. Rowling?
J.K. stands for Joanne Kathleen. Rowling was given no middle name so her full name is Joanne Rowling. Her publisher suggested she initialize her name to get boys to read the since it was unlikely they would if it was by a woman. So she chose her middle name according to her grandmother, Kathleen.
Her name is legally Joanne Murray. Rowling is her maiden name, used before she married anesthesiologist Neil Murray. She has no middle name, using instead the initial of her favorite grandmother.
How long is the first Harry Potter book in inches?
The first Harry Potter book, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," is approximately 7.6 inches in length.
JK Rowling continues to write and publish books, including in the crime fiction genre under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. She is also active in various philanthropic efforts and advocacy work for issues such as women's and children's rights, as well as free speech.
What jobs has J.K. Rowlings had?
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she has been an author a teacher and ya
She is currently an author, but has also held the professions of Researcher and Bilingual Secretary for Amnesty International, and as an ESL teacher in Portugal while married to her first husband.
What is Bart j simpoms what does j stand for?
Bart J. Simpson is a character from the animated TV show "The Simpsons." The "J" in Bart's name stands for "Jo-Jo."
When did JKRoling first think of Harry Potter?
J.K. Rowling first thought of the character of Harry Potter in 1990 while she was on a delayed train from Manchester to London. The idea for the story and its wizarding world developed over the following years as she outlined the plot for the series.
In J.K. Rowlings official site what do you do with the phone?
On J.K. Rowling's official site, there is a clickable phone number under the "Contact" section. This phone number is primarily for media inquiries and is not intended for fan calls or messages.
Who is the publisher of the J.K. Rowling books?
Bloomsbury is the publisher of all the Harry Potter books in the United Kingdom
Crookshanks is a character in the Harry Potter series. He is a magical cat owned by Hermione Granger. Crookshanks is described as having a squashed face and a bushy tail. He plays a significant role in the series, particularly in helping the trio on their adventures.
Who is the main character in the Harry Potter series?
The protagonist in a book is basically the main character, and the main character of all the Harry Potter books is Harry himself.
to "jk"
you are either in junior kindergarten and you are learning
or you are just kidding about something.
ex.
Jane : do you wanna play house?
Scott : sure
Jane : you'll be the screen door and ill bang you all night long
Scott : really ?
Jane : just kidding
Did JK Rowling have any imaginary friends when she was little?
yes she did his was Steve Allen ramsey
yes she did his was Steve Allen ramsey
List of awards and achievements JK Rowling received?
(Apologies if I have missed some)
1997 Nestlé Smarties Book Prize (Gold Award) (9-11 years category) Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1998 British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1998 Carnegie Medal (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1998 Children's Book Award Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1998 Guardian Children's Fiction Prize (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1998 Nestlé Smarties Book Prize (Gold Award) (9-11 years category) Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
1998 Primo Centro per la Letteratura Infantile (Italy) Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1998 Sheffield Children's Book Award Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1998 Whitbread Children's Book of the Year Award (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
1998 Young Telegraph Paperback of the Year Award Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1999 British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
1999 Children's Book Award Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
1999 Guardian Children's Fiction Prize (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
1999 Nestlé Smarties Book Prize (Gold Award) (9-11 years category) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
1999 Prix Sorciere (France) Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
1999 Scottish Arts Council Children's Book of the Year Award Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
1999 Sheffield Children's Book of the Year Award (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
1999 Whitbread Children's Book Award Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
2000 Carnegie Medal (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
2000 Children's Book Award (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
2000 Guardian Children's Fiction Prize (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
2000 Sheffield Children's Book of the Year Award (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
2001 Children's Book Award (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
2001 Presented with an O.B.E (Order of the British Empire)
2003 British Book Awards Book of the Year (shortlist) Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
2003 WH Smith People's Choice Award Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
2004 Entertainment Personality Award - British Independent Film Awads
2006 British Book Awards Book of the Year Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
2006 Royal Mail Award for Scottish Children's Books (best book for readers aged 8-12 years) Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
2008 South Bank Show Outstanding Achievement in the Arts Award
Where did J.K. Rowling get the name Harry Potter?
Growing up, Joanne Murphy (J.K. Rowling)'s best friend's last name was Potter and she always liked the surname for a story character. And pairing "Harry" with it just "sounded perfect" so she used it.
How long ago did J.K. Rowling write Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone?
J.K. Rowling wrote Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone from 1990 until 1995. She then continued editing the book until 1997 when it was first published.
Was the Harry Potter series written by J.K Rowling?
i think because CS Lewis wanted to describe Christianity. Aslan is Jesus, the children are the people of earth and the white witch is Satan. I am not sure what tumnus is. but cs Lewis was an atheist at 15. hmmmmmm.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban JK Rowling?
"Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" is the third book in the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. In this book, Harry learns more about his parents and their connection to a mysterious figure known as Sirius Black. The story is filled with plot twists, fantasy elements, and themes of friendship and loyalty.
Just Kidding ...(unless you are referring to J.K. Rowling, in which case it means Joanne K. Rowling).
