Wohoo! J.K. Rowling (writing as Robert Galbraith) has been nominated for the Dagger in the Library Award, presented by the Crime Writers' Association.

This prize honors a writer who has long been popular with library borrowers.

"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided." - J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter has a theme park and a studio tour—both centered on the films.

Do you think J.K. Rowling’s literary phenomenon deserves a museum celebrating the books, their publishing story, and how they changed reading for a whole generation?

Original Harry Potter cover art composition shared by Thomas Taylor - The Rowling Library Thomas Taylor, the illustrator behind the iconic first Harry Potter book cover, has revealed the discovery of a significant piece of Harry Potter publishing history—a color composition painting create...

Original Harry Potter cover art composition shared by Thomas Taylor

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Carlsen to release stunning new German Harry Potter editions in 2025 - The Rowling Library German publisher Carlsen will be releasing a breathtaking new collection of Harry Potter hardcover editions on September 1, 2025, with pre-orders opening April 10, 2025. These meticulously crafted new...

Carlsen to release stunning new German Harry Potter editions in 2025

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Issue #100 of The Rowling Library Magazine. Special edition with 100 pages.
I don’t have much to say. A huge thank you to everyone. Contributors, readers, and to J.K. Rowling as well. I hope you enjoy this special issue we’ve prepared.
Read it online: www.trl.am/read100

“Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” Brazil production postponed indefinitely - The Rowling Library The highly anticipated Brazilian production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, which was scheduled to premiere in São Paulo this year, has been postponed indefinitely, The Rowling Library has learn...

🚨 Attention Brazilian fans 🇧🇷 "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" Brazil production postponed indefinitely 👇

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New illustrated edition of The Ickabog, with new foreword by J.K. Rowling, to be published in September 2025 - The Rowling Library J.K. Rowling fans have something new to look forward to this fall. A beautifully reimagined edition of "The Ickabog," Rowling's standalone fairy tale first published during the COVID-19 pandemic, will...

New illustrated edition of The Ickabog, with new foreword by J.K. Rowling, to be published in September 2025

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Levi Pinfold announced as Jim Kay’s replacement for Harry Potter Illustrated Editions - The Rowling Library Bloomsbury has announced that Levi Pinfold will be the new illustrator for the Harry Potter Illustrated Editions, taking over from Jim Kay. This exciting news comes several years after Kay stepped dow...

If you missed it, Jim Kay's replacement for the Harry Potter illustrated editions was announced a few days ago:

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Hansons Auctioneers is auctioning three Harry Potter books signed and inscribed by J.K. Rowling, including one addressed to "Barbara (mother of Firenze) and Alan."

The books belonged to Alan Loddington, whose stepson, a close friend of Rowling, is believed to have inspired Firenze.

Levi Pinfold announced as Jim Kay’s replacement for Harry Potter Illustrated Editions - The Rowling Library Bloomsbury has announced that Levi Pinfold will be the new illustrator for the Harry Potter Illustrated Editions, taking over from Jim Kay. This exciting news comes several years after Kay stepped dow...

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The Phoenix or the Flame - Published! The new anthology of Harry Potter essays was published on February 24th

ICYMI on Monday - I'm part of a new anthology published by @rowlinglibrary.bsky.social! Check out "The Phoenix or the Flame"
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Scholastic announced the interactive edition of The Goblet of Fire, but without MinaLima.

Read more on the March issue of The Rowling Library Magazine 👉 www.trl.am/read99

🚨⚡️ Our second book "The Phoenix or the Flame: Essays on J.K. Rowling's original plans for The Order of the Phoenix" is out!

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More bookstores to follow!

I'm not usually into fan casting, but I have to say this: Jude Law (for so many reasons, on and off-screen) would be the perfect Albus Dumbledore for the HBO Harry Potter TV show. It's probably impossible, but hey, one can dream.

Scholastic announces interactive Illustrated Edition of “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” - The Rowling Library Scholastic has revealed plans to release a new interactive illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire on October 14, 2025. The special edition will feature full-color illustrations by ...

Scholastic announces interactive Illustrated Edition of "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" 👇

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Former Disney Exec to Lead Harry Potter Franchise Team The Blair Partnership has announced two major appointments to its leadership team, as first reported by Variety. Most notably, former Disney executive Kiran Jeffery will take the helm as managing dire...

Former Disney Exec to Lead Harry Potter Franchise Team 👇

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The Rowling Library The Rowling Library's YouTube Channel. An archive of J.K. Rowling's appearances.

We're on the verge of hitting 15,000 subscribers on our YouTube channel! 🎉✨ Our archive of J.K. Rowling interviews, speeches, and public appearances.

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They have arrived! The first proof copies of our book "The Phoenix or the Flame" are here, and we’re so excited! On sale in 10 days! We can’t wait any longer!

J.K. Rowling arriving at Royal Albert Hall (June 26, 2003) in London. She will read from her newest release "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" to a select number of invited children.

John Lithgow Nears Deal To Play Dumbledore In HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series John Lithgow is in final negotiations to portray Professor Albus Dumbledore in HBO's series adaptation of the hugely popular fantasy books.

John Lithgow Nears Deal To Play Dumbledore In HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series

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In 2009, J.K. Rowling created two unique Sorting Hat illustrations as gifts for Malia and Sasha Obama, daughters of President Barack Obama. These framed artworks were presented during Sasha’s birthday visit to the Harry Potter movie set.

J.K. Rowling's Channel 4 Interview for Lumos Charity Event at WB Studio Tour (November 10, 2013) YouTube video by The Rowling Library

New J.K. Rowling interview on our YouTube channel, straight from our archive: J.K. Rowling's Channel 4 Interview for Lumos Charity Event at WB Studio Tour (November 10, 2013)

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This month's issue of The Rowling Library Magazine is out now, featuring:
⭐️ Bloomsbury's plan for young readers
⭐️ Strike returns this fall
⭐️ When Harry met Cola
⭐️ and more!
Read the issue 👉 www.trl.am/read98

The Hallmarked Man: Publication date confirmed It's official, it's confirmed: the publication date of The Hallmarked Man, the eighth book in the Cormoran Strike series (written by J.K. Rowling under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith) has been finally...

It's official, it's confirmed: the publication date of The Hallmarked Man has been officially announced: September 2nd, 2025 👇

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Bloomsbury announces 'Pocket Potters': New illustrated guides to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter stories Bloomsbury Children's Books has unveiled an exciting new addition to the wizarding world with the announcement of Pocket Potters, a collectible series of illustrated character guides based on J.K. Row...

Bloomsbury announces 'Pocket Potters': New illustrated guides to J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter stories

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Bloomsbury Editions of Harry Potter Books to be removed from Amazon UK As reported by The Bookseller, Amazon UK has announced it will stop selling all Bloomsbury titles, including the publisher's editions of the Harry Potter series and companion books, effective midnight...

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TRL Books Announces Release Date and Full Contributor List for "The Phoenix or the Flame" TRL Books, the imprint dedicated to works exploring the Harry Potter series and J.K. Rowling's literary universe, is pleased to announce that The Phoenix or the Flame will be released on February 24th...

We now have the release date and the full list of contributors for our upcoming book: The Phoenix or The Flame 👇

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There's a date! Feb 24th, The Phoenix or the Flame will be available for everyone to read! Can't wait for folks to read all the essays within - I presented mine at CONjuration in November, and more excited than ever to share it with HP fans.

The Rowling Library Magazine #97 - January 2025 ⚡️

New issue out! ✨ Our January magazine features exclusive access to J.K. Rowling's elusive 1998/99 Daily Prophet Newsletters, BBC's Ink Black Heart review + exciting news about our upcoming book 'The Phoenix or The Flame'

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