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  • J. K. Rowling

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (Griffin, March 1, 2004)
    With the amazing success of the Harry Potter series, interest in the author Joanne Kathleen (JK) Rowling has reached an unparalleled level. Now comes the completely updated New York Times bestseller J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter. From her time as a struggling single mother to her rise to stardom as the most successful children's book author ever, J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter is a highly dramatic, engrossing biography.In this newly updated version author Marc Shapiro covers all the new news surrounding the Harry Potter franchise, including the making of the first two Harry Potter films, Rowling's romance and subsequent marriage, her struggles with the new book--The Order of the Phoenix--and its eventual release.
  • J. K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    eBook (St. Martin's Griffin, Nov. 25, 2014)
    The heartwarming story behind J.K. Rowling's rise to fame—and the answers to Harry Potter fans' most burning questions!Harry Potter is loved throughout the world, and so is his creator. Joanne Kathleen (J.K.) Rowling is a true wizard, a woman who has the ability to recall vividly her days as a child and capture those wild, wonderful, difficult times—an ability that helps make her creation, Harry Potter, seem so real.In this revealing book, fans of the Harry Potter series will get to see their favorite author as they never have before. From a child with a wonderful imagination who didn't quite fit in, to a single mother with almost overwhelming responsibilities, J.K. Rowling and her story provide a wonderful chance for adults and children to enjoy a heartwarming, magical story. . . together. Inside are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions:* Where did the idea for the Harry Potter series come from?* How the birth of her third child impacted her life* What's the latest on the top secret writing projects that will follow HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS?* What are Joanne's feelings about the Harry Potter saga finally ending?*Which of the characters does J.K most identify with?*What is J.K. Rowling's simple rule about writing?*And much more!
  • J. K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Hp: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (Griffin, May 15, 2007)
    The heartwarming story behind J.K. Rowling's rise to fame-and the answers to Harry Potter fans' most burning questions! Harry Potter is loved throughout the world, and so is his creator. Joanne Kathleen (J.K.) Rowling is a true wizard, a woman who has the ability to recall vividly her days as a child and capture those wild, wonderful, difficult times-an ability that helps make her creation, Harry Potter, seem so real. In this revealing book, fans of the Harry Potter series will get to see their favorite author as they never have before. From a child with a wonderful imagination who didn't quite fit in, to a single mother with almost overwhelming responsibilities, J.K. Rowling and her story provide a wonderful chance for adults and children to enjoy a heartwarming, magical story. . . together. Inside are the answer to some of the most frequently asked questions: *Where did the idea for the Harry Potter series come from? *How the birth of her third child impacted her life *What's the latest on the top secret writing projects that will follow Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows? *What re Joanne's feelings about the Harry Potter saga finally ending? *Which of the characters does J.K most identify with? *What is J.K. Rowling's simple rule about writing? *And much more!
  • J. K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (St. Martin's Griffin, Aug. 12, 2000)
    Harry Potter is loved throughout the world-so is his creator. Joanne Kathleen (J.K.) Rowling is a true wizard, a woman who has the ability to recall vividly her days as a child and capture those wild, wonderful, difficult times-an ability that helps make her creation, Harry Potter, seem so real. In this revealing look, fans of the Harry Potter series will get to see their favorite author as they never have before. From a child with a wonderful imagination who didn't quite fit in, to a single mother with almost overwhelming responsibilities, the J.K. Rowling story is a wonderful chance for adults and children to enjoy a heartwarming, magical story...together. Inside are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions: * Where did the idea of Harry Potter come from? * What was J.K. Rowling like when she was younger? * What kind of student was she? * Which of the characters does J.K. Rowling most identify with? * Where does the name "Harry Potter" come from? * What is J.K. Rowling's simple rule about writing?
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  • J. K. Rowling: New and Revised: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (St. Martin's Griffin, Nov. 8, 2001)
    Harry Potter is loved throughout the world-so is his creator. Joanne Kathleen (J.K.) Rowling is a true wizard, a woman who has the ability to recall vividly her days as a child and capture those wild, wonderful, difficult times-an ability that helps make her creation, Harry Potter, seem so real. In this revealing look, fans of the Harry Potter series will get to see their favorite author as they never have before. From a child with a wonderful imagination who didn't quite fit in, to a single mother with almost overwhelming responsibilities, the J.K. Rowling story is a wonderful chance for adults and children to enjoy a heartwarming, magical story...together.Inside are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions: * Where did the idea of Harry Potter come from?* What was J.K. Rowling like when she was younger?* What is it like to be J.K. Rowling's daughter?* Which of the characters does J.K. Rowling most identify with?* What was the Hogwarts Express tour like?* Where does the name "Harry Potter" come from?* What is J.K. Rowling's simple rule about writing?* And much more!
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  • J. K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    Hardcover (Thorndike Pr, March 1, 2001)
    Celebrates the life and work of J.K. Rowling, and provides answers to such questions as where did the name "Harry Potter" come from, what was J.K. Rowling like as a child, and who were some of her favorite authors.
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  • J. K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter by Shapiro, Marc

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (St. Martin's Griffin, Jan. 1, 1800)
    Will be shipped from US. Used books may not include companion materials, may have some shelf wear, may contain highlighting/notes, may not include CDs or access codes. 100% money back guarantee.
  • J. K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    Hardcover (Thorndike Pr, March 1, 2001)
    Celebrates the life and work of J.K. Rowling, and provides answers to such questions as where did the name "Harry Potter" come from, what was J.K. Rowling like as a child, and who were some of her favorite authors.
  • J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    School & Library Binding (Topeka Bindery, Aug. 1, 2000)
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  • J. K. Rowling, Updated 2007: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (St. Martin's Griffin, May 15, 2007)
    The heartwarming story behind J.K. Rowling's rise to fame--and the answers to Harry Potter fans' most burning questions! Harry Potter is loved throughout the world, and so is his creator. Joanne Kathleen (J.K.) Rowling is a true wizard, a woman who has the ability to recall vividly her days as a child and capture those wild, wonderful, difficult times--an ability that helps make her creation, Harry Potter, seem so real. In this revealing book, fans of the Harry Potter series will get to see their favorite author as they never have before. From a child with a wonderful imagination who didn't quite fit in, to a single mother with almost overwhelming responsibilities, J.K. Rowling and her story provide a wonderful chance for adults and children to enjoy a heartwarming, magical story. . . together. Inside are the answer to some of the most frequently asked questions:* Where did the idea for the Harry Potter series come from?* How the birth of her third child impacted her life* What's the latest on the top secret writing projects that will follow HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS?* What re Joanne's feelings about the Harry Potter saga finally ending?*Which of the characters does J.K most identify with?*What is J.K. Rowling's simple rule about writing?*And much more!
  • J.K. Rowling : Princess of Dreams

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (Gardners Books, Sept. 30, 2003)
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  • J. K. Rowling: Completely Updated: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter

    Marc Shapiro

    Paperback (St. Martin's Griffin, March 17, 2004)
    With the amazing success of the Harry Potter series, interest in the author Joanne Kathleen (JK) Rowling has reached an unparalleled level. Now comes the completely updated New York Times bestseller J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter. From her time as a struggling single mother to her rise to stardom as the most successful children's book author ever, J.K. Rowling: The Wizard Behind Harry Potter is a highly dramatic, engrossing biography.In this newly updated version author Marc Shapiro covers all the new news surrounding the Harry Potter franchise, including the making of the first two Harry Potter films, Rowling's romance and subsequent marriage, her struggles with the new book--The Order of the Phoenix--and its eventual release.